Dave Chappelle - Actor Profile

Dave Chappelle

Acting
Freshness: Jan 19, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 24, 1973
Birth Place: Washington, D.C., USA

About Dave Chappelle

David Khari Webber "Dave" Chappelle was born on August 24, 1973 in Washington, D.C. He is a comedian, screenwriter, television/film producer and actor. Chappelle began his film career in the film Robin Hood: Men in Tights in 1993 and continued to star in minor roles in the films The Nutty Professor, Con Air, and Blue Streak. His first lead role in a film was in Half Baked in 1998. In 2003, he became widely known for his popular sketch comedy television series, Chappelle's Show, which ran until 2006. Comedy Central ranked him forty-third in its list of the 100 greatest stand-up comedians

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dave Chappelle reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Dave Chappelle's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 92% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dave Chappelle remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Devil's Pie: D'Angelo, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Dave Chappelle Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Dave Chappelle's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dave Chappelle.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Dave Chappelle: The Unstoppable... Self Hit Similar →
2025 Being Eddie Self Hit Similar →
2025 Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music Self Super Hit Similar →
2023 Dave Chappelle: The Dreamer Self Hit Similar →
2022 2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Self Super Hit Similar →
2022 The Greatest Lie Ever Sold Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2022 Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert Self Super Hit Similar →
2022 Dave Chappelle: What's in a Name? Self Hit Similar →
2022 Norm Macdonald: Nothing Special Self Hit Similar →
2022 The Hall: Honoring the Greats of Stand-Up Self Average Similar →
2021 Dave Chappelle: The Closer Self Hit Similar →
2021 Madonna: Madame X Self Super Hit Similar →
2021 The One and Only Dick Gregory Self Super Hit Similar →
2021 Dave Chappelle: Redemption Song Self Super Hit Similar →
2021 Chris Rock Total Blackout: The Tamborine Extended Cut Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2020 Dave Chappelle: Unforgiven Self Super Hit Similar →
2020 537 Votes Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2020 8:46 Self Hit Similar →
2020 David Blaine: The Magic Way Self Hit Similar →
2019 Epilogue: The Punchline Self Super Hit Similar →
2019 Dave Chappelle: Sticks & Stones Self Super Hit Similar →
2019 Devil's Pie: D'Angelo Self Super Hit Similar →
2019 Fyre Fraud Himself (Archival Footage) Average Similar →
2019 Before They Were Kings: Vol. 2 - Super Hit Similar →
2018 Q85: A Musical Celebration for Quincy Jones Self Hit Similar →
2018 The Road to Stardom: The Making of A Star Is Born Self Hit Similar →
2018 A Star Is Born George "Noodles" Stone Super Hit Similar →
2018 Quincy Self Hit Similar →
2017 Dave Chappelle: Equanimity Self Super Hit Similar →
2017 Dave Chappelle: The Bird Revelation Self Hit Similar →
2017 Dave Chappelle: Deep in the Heart of Texas Self Super Hit Similar →
2017 Dave Chappelle: The Age of Spin Self Super Hit Similar →
2016 David Blaine: Beyond Magic Self Hit Similar →
2016 BET Presents Love & Happiness: An Obama Celebration Self Super Hit Similar →
2016 The Last Laugh Self Hit Similar →
2015 Comedy Central Roast of Justin Bieber Self Hit Similar →
2013 Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic Self Hit Similar →
2005 Just for Laughs Stand Up, Vol. 1: Best of the Uptown Comics Himself Super Hit Similar →
2005 Dave Chappelle's Block Party Self Hit Similar →
2004 Dave Chappelle: For What It's Worth Self Super Hit Similar →
2003 Richard Pryor: I Ain't Dead Yet, #*%$#@!! Self Super Hit Similar →
2000 Def Comedy Jam, Vol. 7 - Super Hit Similar →
2000 Dave Chappelle: Killin' Them Softly Self Super Hit Similar →
1999 Blue Streak Tulley Hit Similar →
1998 You've Got Mail Kevin Jackson Hit Similar →
1998 Half Baked Thurgood Jenkins / Sir Smoke-a-Lot Average Similar →
1998 Dave Chappelle: HBO Comedy Half-Hour Self Hit Similar →
1997 Con Air "Pinball" Parker Hit Similar →
1993 Robin Hood: Men in Tights Ahchoo Hit Similar →
1993 'Robin Hood: Men in Tights' – The Legend Had It Coming Self Average Similar →

Dave Chappelle - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Dave Chappelle?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dave Chappelle is "Devil's Pie: D'Angelo" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Dave Chappelle acted in?

Dave Chappelle has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Dave Chappelle?

Other notable films include "BET Presents Love & Happiness: An Obama Celebration", "Def Comedy Jam, Vol. 7", and "2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony".