Gregory Hines
ActingAbout Gregory Hines
Gregory Oliver Hines (February 14, 1946 – August 9, 2003) was an American dancer, actor, choreographer, and singer. He is one of the most celebrated tap dancers of all time. As an actor, he is best known for Wolfen (1981), The Cotton Club (1984), White Nights (1985), Running Scared (1986), A Rage in Harlem (1991), The Gregory Hines Show (1997–1998), playing Ben on Will & Grace (1999–2000), and for voicing Big Bill on the Nick Jr. animated children's television program Little Bill (1999–2004). Hines starred in more than 40 films and also appeared on Broadway. He received many accolades, including a Daytime Emmy Award, a Drama Desk Award, and a Tony Award, as well as nominations for a Screen Actors Guild Award and four Primetime Emmy Awards. Description above from the Wikipedia article Gregory Hines, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Gregory Hines reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Gregory Hines's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Gregory Hines remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Sammy Davis, Jr. 60th Anniversary Celebration, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Gregory Hines Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gregory Hines's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Gregory Hines.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Maurice Hines: Bring Them Back | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | American Tap | (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Uncovering Wolfen | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Making History: Mel Brooks on Creating the World | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Broadway's Lost Treasures II | Jelly Roll Morton (segment "Jelly's Last Jam") | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Friendly Fire: Making of an Urban Legend | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Red Sneakers | Zeke | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | It's Black Entertainment | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Added Attractions: The Hollywood Shorts Story | Self (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Santa, Baby! | Noel (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Bojangles | Bojangles | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Once in the Life | Ruffhouse | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Who Killed Atlanta's Children? | Ron Larson | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Things You Can Tell Just by Looking at Her | Robert (segment "Fantasies About Rebecca") | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Tic Code | Tyrone Pike | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Color of Justice | Reverend Walton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Subway Stories | Jack (segment "Manhattan Miracle") | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Good Luck | Bernard 'Bern' Lemley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Cherokee Kid | The Undertaker / Jedediah Turner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Preacher's Wife | Joe Hamilton | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Mad Dog Time | Jules Flamingo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Waiting to Exhale | Marvin | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Amazing Stories: The Movie IV | Falsworth (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | A Stranger in Town | Barnes | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Dead Air | Mark Jannek / Jim Sheppard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Renaissance Man | Sergeant Cass | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Kangaroo Court | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Jammin': Jelly Roll Morton on Broadway | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | T Bone N Weasel | T Bone | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | White Lie | Len Madison Jr. | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | A Rage in Harlem | Goldy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Eve of Destruction | Colonel Jim McQuade | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Sammy Davis, Jr. 60th Anniversary Celebration | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Tap | Max Washington | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Off Limits | Albaby Perkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Running Scared | Ray Hughes | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | White Nights | Raymond Greenwood | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Puss in Boots | Edgar - Miller's Son | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Night of 100 Stars II | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | About Tap | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Cotton Club | Delbert 'Sandman' Williams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Muppets Take Manhattan | Rollerskater | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Deal of the Century | Ray Kasternak | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Shirley MacLaine... Illusions | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | I Love Liberty | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Steve Martin's Best Show Ever | Self / Lionel Foot | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Wolfen | Whittington | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | History of the World: Part I | Josephus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Eubie! | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Milt & Honi | himself | Flop | Similar → |
Gregory Hines - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gregory Hines?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gregory Hines is "Sammy Davis, Jr. 60th Anniversary Celebration" with a rating of 8.8/10.
How many movies has Gregory Hines acted in?
Gregory Hines has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gregory Hines?
Other notable films include "Broadway's Lost Treasures II", "Night of 100 Stars II", and "Jammin': Jelly Roll Morton on Broadway".