Milford Graves - Actor Profile

Milford Graves

Acting
Freshness: Jan 30, 2026
8Total Films
6.8 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Milford Graves reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Milford Graves'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 13% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Milford Graves remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Milford Graves Full Mantis, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Milford Graves Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Milford Graves's career based on audience ratings.

★6.8
Milford Graves Full Mantis (2018) movie poster
★6.8

Milford Graves Full Mantis: Weaving blistering performance footage from Europe, Japan, and the U.S. with a sublimely restrained, intimate glimpse in

Milford Graves Full Mantis

2018•Documentary
★5.9
River of Fundament (2014) movie poster
★5.9

River of Fundament: Visionary artist Matthew Barney returns to cinema with this 3-part epic, a radical reinvention of Norman Mailer’s novel

River of Fundament

2014•Drama
★5.0
Prof at Home Painting (2024) movie poster
★5.0

Prof at Home Painting: In the months before he passed away, Milford Graves created the paintings that were displayed at the Fridman Gallery and

Prof at Home Painting

2024•Documentary
★0.0
Bata Wormhole (2020) movie poster
★0.0

Bata Wormhole: Using a device known as an electronic stethoscope, musician Milford Graves is able to hear and record the different patt

Bata Wormhole

2020•Documentary
★0.0
Milford Graves Live at Jamaica Arts Center (2023) movie poster
★0.0

Milford Graves Live at Jamaica Arts Center: Filmed in and around percussionist Milford Grave’s last public concert in his neighborhood of Jamaica, Queens.

Milford Graves Live at Jamaica Arts Center

2023•Music

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Milford Graves.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Prof at Home Painting Himself Flop Similar →
2023 Milford Graves Live at Jamaica Arts Center Himself Flop Similar →
2021 Graves in the Garden Himself Flop Similar →
2020 Bata Wormhole Himself Flop Similar →
2018 Milford Graves Full Mantis - Hit Similar →
2014 River of Fundament Norman II Average Similar →
2011 Earthquake Clips - Flop Similar →
1982 Speaking in Tongues - Flop Similar →

Milford Graves - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Milford Graves?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Milford Graves is "Milford Graves Full Mantis" with a rating of 6.8/10.

How many movies has Milford Graves acted in?

Milford Graves has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Milford Graves?

Other notable films include "River of Fundament", "Prof at Home Painting", and "Bata Wormhole".