Ford Washington Lee

Acting

Freshness: Jan 24, 2026

12Total Films

6.5 Highest Rated

Born: Oct 16, 1903

Birth Place: Louisville, Kentucky, USA

About Ford Washington Lee

Ford Washington Lee was born on October 6, 1903 in Louisville, Kentucky. He was an actor, known for Cabin in the Sky (1943), Darktown Follies (1930) and Black Narcissus (1929). He died on January 31, 1955 in New York City, New York, USA.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ford Washington Lee reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Music

The majority of Ford Washington Lee's filmography leans towards the Music 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 8% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ford Washington Lee remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Cabin in the Sky, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Ford Washington Lee Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ford Washington Lee's career based on audience ratings.

★6.5

★6.5

Cabin in the Sky: When compulsive gambler Little Joe Jackson dies in a drunken fight, he awakens in purgatory, where he learns that he wil

Cabin in the Sky

1943•Music

★6.3

★6.3

Varsity Show: Winfield College students rebel against a stodgy professor who won't permit "swing" music be played in their varsity sho

Varsity Show

1937•Music

★6.3

★6.3

A Song Is Born: The story of seven scholars in search of an expert to teach them about swing music. They seem to have found the perfect

A Song Is Born

1948•Comedy

★5.0

★5.0

Atlantic City: In 1915, Atlantic City is a sleepy seaside resort, but Brad Taylor, son of a small hotel and vaudeville house proprietor

Atlantic City

1944•Romance

★3.5

★3.5

I Dood It: Constance Shaw, a Broadway dance star, and Joseph Rivington Reynolds, a keen fan of hers, marry after she breaks up with

I Dood It

1943•Music

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ford Washington Lee.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1948	A Song Is Born	Buck	Average	Similar →
1946	Buck and Bubbles Laff Jamboree	-	Flop	Similar →
1946	Mantan Messes Up	Buck	Flop	Similar →
1944	Atlantic City	Buck	Flop	Similar →
1943	I Dood It	Buck	Flop	Similar →
1943	Cabin in the Sky	Messenger Boy	Hit	Similar →
1937	Varsity Show	Buck	Average	Similar →
1935	Harlem Bound	-	Flop	Similar →
1930	Honest Crooks	-	Flop	Similar →
1930	Darktown Follies	-	Flop	Similar →
1930	High Toned	Buck	Flop	Similar →
1929	Black Narcissus	-	Flop	Similar →

Ford Washington Lee - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ford Washington Lee?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ford Washington Lee is "Cabin in the Sky" with a rating of 6.5/10.

How many movies has Ford Washington Lee acted in?

Ford Washington Lee has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ford Washington Lee?

Other notable films include "Varsity Show", "A Song Is Born", and "Atlantic City".