Ken Page
ActingAbout Ken Page
Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Page began in the chorus before making his Broadway debut in The Wiz playing The Cowardly Lion. He made a large number of stage appearances but also performed as a cabaret singer with an act entitled Page by Page. Page also appeared on screen making his television debut in 1984 and film debut in 1988's Torch Song Trilogy. He appeared as the voice of Oogie Boogie in The Nightmare Before Christmas and related video games, in Dreamgirls as Max Webster and in such television programmes as Sable and Adventures in Wonderland. Page appeared in a number of roles on stage, originating the part of Ken in Ain't Misbehavin' and appearing as Old Deuteronomy in Cats on both Broadway and in the filmed production. He also originated the part of Father in Children of Eden, played The Cowardly Lion in several productions of The Wizard of Oz and appeared in Disney musicals Beauty and the Beast and The Little Mermaid. Page also sang in his animated voice roles, performing the duet "Let's Make Music Together" in All Dogs Go to Heaven and "The Oogie Boogie Song" in The Nightmare Before Christmas.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ken Page reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Music
The majority of Ken Page'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 64% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ken Page remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Polly, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ken Page Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ken Page's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ken Page.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Broadway: Beyond the Golden Age | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Shortcut to Happiness | Clerk | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Dreamgirls | Max Washington | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Broadway's Lost Treasures II | Performer (segment "Ain't Misbehavin'") | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Broadway's Lost Treasures | Old Deuteronomy (segment "Cats") | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Cats | Old Deuteronomy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Anyone Can Whistle: Live at Carnegie Hall | Police Chief Magruder | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | I'll Do Anything | Hair Person | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Nightmare Before Christmas | Oogie Boogie (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Kid Who Loved Christmas | Dwight McReady | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | All Dogs Go to Heaven | King Gator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Polly | Mayor Warren | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Torch Song Trilogy | Murray | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Ain't Misbehavin' | Performer | Super Hit | Similar → |
Ken Page - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ken Page?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ken Page is "Polly" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Ken Page acted in?
Ken Page has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ken Page?
Other notable films include "Broadway's Lost Treasures II", "The Nightmare Before Christmas", and "Ain't Misbehavin'".