Morris Day
ActingAbout Morris Day
Morris E. Day (born December 13, 1957) is an American singer, composer, actor and band leader. In his teens, he went to the same high school as Prince in Minneapolis; they played together in the band Grand Central. In 1980, Prince covered Day's composition "Partyup" on his album Dirty Mind. In 1981, the funk-soul-dance band The Time was founded by Prince with Day as its lead singer. The group released its eponymous debut album that year. Its second album What Time Is It? followed in '82. Then, in 1984, Morris and The Time got their cinematic big break performing in the Prince starrer Purple Rain. In it, Day portrayed the foe of Prince's character The Kid, earning critical acclaim for his acting. The Time's third album, Ice Cream Castle, was released that year, becoming their highest performing one on both the U.S. and U.S. R&B charts until the release of Pandemonium, their fourth LP. In 1985, Day kicked off his solo recording career with Color of Success, eventually releasing four solo albums in all. He reunited with The Time to record Condensate, under the group name The Original 7ven, in 2011. Day has appeared in numerous films, as well as having acted on television. He has also written a memoir with biographer David Ritz titled On Time: A Princely Life in Funk.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Morris Day reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Music
The majority of Morris Day'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 30% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Morris Day remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Let's Go Crazy: The Grammy Salute to Prince, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Morris Day Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Morris Day's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Morris Day.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Let's Go Crazy: The Grammy Salute to Prince | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Minnesota Sound | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Minneapolis Sound | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Life O' The Party: On the Road with Prince and the New Power Generation | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back | Morris Day | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Prince: Rave Un2 the Year 2000 | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Graffiti Bridge | Morris Day | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Adventures of Ford Fairlane | Don Cleveland | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Moving | Rudy | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Purple Rain | Morris | Hit | Similar → |
Morris Day - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Morris Day?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Morris Day is "Let's Go Crazy: The Grammy Salute to Prince" with a rating of 7.9/10.
How many movies has Morris Day acted in?
Morris Day has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Morris Day?
Other notable films include "Prince: Rave Un2 the Year 2000", "Purple Rain", and "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back".