Sugar Ray Leonard - Actor Profile

Sugar Ray Leonard

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
40Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 17, 1956

About Sugar Ray Leonard

Ray Charles Leonard (born May 17, 1956), best known as "Sugar" Ray Leonard, is an American former professional boxer, motivational speaker, and occasional actor. Often regarded as one of the greatest boxers of all time, he competed from 1977 to 1997, winning world titles in five weight divisions; the lineal championship in three weight divisions; as well as the undisputed welterweight title. Leonard was part of "The Fabulous Four", a group of boxers who all fought each other throughout the 1980s, consisting of Leonard, Roberto Durán, Thomas Hearns, and Marvin Hagler.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Sugar Ray Leonard reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 40 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Action

The majority of Sugar Ray Leonard's filmography leans towards the Action 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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Sugar Ray Leonard remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Roberto Duran vs. Sugar Ray Leonard II, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Sugar Ray Leonard Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Sugar Ray Leonard's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Sugar Ray Leonard.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2019 One Night: Joshua vs. Ruiz Self Super Hit Similar →
2019 I Am Durán Self Hit Similar →
2015 Chasing Tyson Self Hit Similar →
2013 No Más - Hit Similar →
2010 The Fighter Sugar Ray Leonard Hit Similar →
2010 Detroit Connection Pt. 3: Last Man Standing (Demetrius Holloway) Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2009 How Bruce Lee Changed the World Self Super Hit Similar →
2008 Jimmy White - The One & Only Self Flop Similar →
2008 Adjust Your Color: The Truth of Petey Greene self - boxing legend Super Hit Similar →
2003 ABC's 50th Anniversary Celebration Self Flop Similar →
2002 I Spy Vegas Commentator Flop Similar →
1997 Sugar Ray Leonard vs Hector Camacho - Flop Similar →
1996 Riot Major Williams Average Similar →
1995 Oliver McCall vs. Larry Holmes - Flop Similar →
1994 Vault of Horror I Gravedigger (archive footage) Flop Similar →
1991 Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Terry Norris - Flop Similar →
1990 The Fabulous Four Self Flop Similar →
1989 Roberto Duran vs. Sugar Ray Leonard III - Flop Similar →
1989 Great Sports Moments of the 80's Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
1989 Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Thomas Hearns II Self Flop Similar →
1988 Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Donny Lalonde - Flop Similar →
1988 WrestleMania IV (Duplicated) Self Flop Similar →
1987 Marvelous Marvin Hagler vs. Sugar Ray Leonard - Super Hit Similar →
1986 Mike Tyson vs Trevor Berbick Self Flop Similar →
1984 Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Kevin Howard - Flop Similar →
1983 Aaron Pryor vs. Sang Hyun Kim Announcer Flop Similar →
1982 Larry Holmes vs. Gerry Cooney - Flop Similar →
1982 Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Bruce Finch - Flop Similar →
1981 Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Thomas Hearns I Self Super Hit Similar →
1981 Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Ayub Kalule - Flop Similar →
1981 Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Larry Bonds - Flop Similar →
1980 Roberto Duran vs. Sugar Ray Leonard II - Super Hit Similar →
1980 Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Roberto Duran - Super Hit Similar →
1979 Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Wilfred Benítez - Flop Similar →
1979 Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Pete Ranzany - Flop Similar →
1979 Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Tony Chiaverini - Flop Similar →
1979 Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Adolfo Viruet - Flop Similar →
1979 Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Fernand Marcotte - Flop Similar →
1979 Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Johnny Gant - Flop Similar →
1978 Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Floyd Mayweather Sr - Flop Similar →

Sugar Ray Leonard - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Sugar Ray Leonard?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sugar Ray Leonard is "Roberto Duran vs. Sugar Ray Leonard II" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Sugar Ray Leonard acted in?

Sugar Ray Leonard has been featured in at least 40 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Sugar Ray Leonard?

Other notable films include "Marvelous Marvin Hagler vs. Sugar Ray Leonard", "Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Roberto Duran", and "One Night: Joshua vs. Ruiz".