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Napoleon Simpson

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
13Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Napoleon Simpson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Napoleon Simpson'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 31% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Napoleon Simpson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Mug Town, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Napoleon Simpson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Napoleon Simpson's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0
Mug Town (1942) movie poster
★7.0

Mug Town: Steve Bell, Tommy, Pig, Ape, and String are run of town. Steve, while hopping a freight card and trying to avoid the br

Mug Town

1942•Drama
★6.8
Each Dawn I Die (1939) movie poster
★6.8

Each Dawn I Die: A corrupt D.A. with governatorial ambitions is annoyed by an investigative reporter's criticism of his criminal activiti

Each Dawn I Die

1939•Crime
★6.8
Abe Lincoln in Illinois (1940) movie poster
★6.8

Abe Lincoln in Illinois: Abe Lincoln in Illinois is a 1940 biographical film which tells the story of the life of Abraham Lincoln from his depart

Abe Lincoln in Illinois

1940•Drama
★6.8
In This Our Life (1942) movie poster
★6.8

In This Our Life: An unhappy, self-centered woman runs off with her sister's husband, wreaking havoc and ruining the lives of those around

In This Our Life

1942•Drama
★5.8
The Great Impersonation (1942) movie poster
★5.8

The Great Impersonation: An Englishman kills a German look-alike and poses as a Nazi spy in London.

The Great Impersonation

1942•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Napoleon Simpson.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1949 The Red Menace Tom Wright Flop Similar →
1945 Divorce Train porter Flop Similar →
1945 A Thousand and One Nights Blackamoor Average Similar →
1945 Jungle Queen Maati Flop Similar →
1944 The Mummy's Curse Goobie Average Similar →
1942 Mug Town Singer Hit Similar →
1942 The Great Impersonation Tall Black Man Average Similar →
1942 In This Our Life Black Man in Jail (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1940 Santa Fe Trail Samson (uncredited) Average Similar →
1940 Abe Lincoln in Illinois Gobey (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1940 I Take This Woman Thompson - a Doorman (uncredited) Average Similar →
1939 Each Dawn I Die Mose - a Black Convict (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1939 Midnight Shadow Mr. Ernest Lingley Flop Similar →

Napoleon Simpson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Napoleon Simpson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Napoleon Simpson is "Mug Town" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Napoleon Simpson acted in?

Napoleon Simpson has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Napoleon Simpson?

Other notable films include "Each Dawn I Die", "Abe Lincoln in Illinois", and "In This Our Life".