Marva King
ActingAbout Marva King
Born in Flint, Michigan, Marva King is most known for her starring role in the 75 plus million dollar-grossing DVD, “Diary of a Mad Black Woman”. This production launched the Massive Mega Million dollar career of its writer/producer Tyler Perry. In Diary, King plays the spurned, attractive, feisty and vengeful housewife Helen. King created her own comedic dialogue in this production. As of August 2010, the former Prince and New Power Generation singer is embarking upon a brand new venture, an entertainment/cooking show for television. Despite the massive success of her stage debut, King has far more to her stellar resume than just Diary. King started her career very early on, performing since the age of four, and became accomplished at quite a young age. She is heard on albums by Phil Collins, Tupac Shakur, Prince, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Jimmy Cliff, Chaka Khan, and Lionel Richie, just to name a few. She co-wrote the Whispers’ single, “Innocent”, which debuted at #4 on the Billboard Hot Singles Chart. “Innocent” sold over 1 Million copies world wide. She has performed live with artists like Lenny Kravitz, Seal, and Will-I-Am, and has toured with the likes of Stevie Wonder, Prince, and The Isley Brothers.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Marva King reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 4 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Music
The majority of Marva King'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 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Marva King remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Prince: 21 Nights in London, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Marva King Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Marva King's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Marva King.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Slave Trade: How Prince Remade the Music Business | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Prince: 21 Nights in London | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Tyler Perry's Diary of a Mad Black Woman - The Play | Helen Simmons-McCarter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Prince: Beautiful Strange | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Marva King - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Marva King?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Marva King is "Prince: 21 Nights in London" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Marva King acted in?
Marva King has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Marva King?
Other notable films include "Tyler Perry's Diary of a Mad Black Woman - The Play", "Slave Trade: How Prince Remade the Music Business", and "Prince: Beautiful Strange".