Derick Thomas
DirectingAbout Derick Thomas
Derick Prince writer, producer and director is a native Baltimorean, armed with a Master’s Degree in Communication Studies from Morgan State University, after working as a news videographer-journalist, Prince opened his own production company in with an eye on Hollywood. His first feature film, Charm City, the nationally successful title in won UMFF Best Feature Film. Derick Prince credits urban America for much of the movie’s success. Prince has gone on to Director other titles such as The Heroin King, a documentary film about Melvin William’s heroin czar of Baltimore city during the early 80’s. His life story was made famous by HBO’s The Wire series. Prince also co-wrote 4 Life and urban drama starring Wood Harris and Elise Neale. Prince completed his urban trilogy with Raising Wolves UMFF “Best Gritty Feature Film” winner, an urban drama about the lost generation of teenage boys struggling to find manhood on the streets of Baltimore, starring Tray Chaney of The Wire. All of the Prince films can be found in various venues such as Walmart, Redbox, Tubi, Roku, Pluto TV, Vudu and more
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Derick Thomas reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 3 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Derick Thomas's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Derick Thomas remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Heroin King of Baltimore: The Rise and Fall of Melvin Williams, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Derick Thomas Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Derick Thomas's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Derick Thomas.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Heroin King of Baltimore: The Rise and Fall of Melvin Williams | Attorney | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Heroin King of Baltimore: The Rise and Fall of Melvin Williams | Narrator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Blue Light City | Carter | Flop | Similar → |
Derick Thomas - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Derick Thomas?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Derick Thomas is "Heroin King of Baltimore: The Rise and Fall of Melvin Williams" with a rating of 0.0/10.
How many movies has Derick Thomas acted in?
Derick Thomas has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.