
Thomas Hearns
ActingAbout Thomas Hearns
Thomas Hearns is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1977 to 2006. Nicknamed the "Motor City Cobra", and more famously "The Hitman", Hearns' tall, slender build and oversized arms and shoulders allowed him to move up over fifty pounds in his career and become the first boxer in history to win world titles in five weight divisions: welterweight, light middleweight, middleweight, super middleweight and light heavyweight.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Thomas Hearns reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Thomas Hearns'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 22% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Thomas Hearns remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Thomas Hearns I, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Thomas Hearns Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Thomas Hearns's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Thomas Hearns.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Devil's Night: Dawn of the Nain Rouge | Champion Boxer | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | CornerStore | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Oliver McCall vs. Larry Holmes | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Fabulous Four | Self | 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 → |
| 1986 | Mike Tyson vs Trevor Berbick | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Marvin Hagler vs. Thomas Hearns | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Thomas Hearns I | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
Thomas Hearns - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Thomas Hearns?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Thomas Hearns is "Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Thomas Hearns I" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Thomas Hearns acted in?
Thomas Hearns has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Thomas Hearns?
Other notable films include "CornerStore", "Devil's Night: Dawn of the Nain Rouge", and "Great Sports Moments of the 80's".




