Charles Mingus
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Charles Mingus Jr. (April 22, 1922 – January 5, 1979) was an American jazz double bassist, pianist, composer, and bandleader. A major proponent of collective improvisation, he is considered to be one of the greatest jazz musicians and composers in history, with a career spanning three decades and collaborations with other jazz musicians such as Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, and Herbie Hancock.
Charles Mingus Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Charles Mingus reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Charles Mingus's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 23% of Charles Mingus's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Mingus: Charlie Mingus 1968, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Charles Mingus Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charles Mingus's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Charles Mingus has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Jazz Legends: Charles Mingus & Eric Dolphy - 1964 | contrebasse | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Billie | self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Mingus Erectus | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Charles Mingus Quintet - Live in Berlin 1972 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Jazz Icons: Charles Mingus Live in '64 | himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Mingus in Greenwich Village | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Charles Mingus: Triumph of the Underdog | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Charles Mingus: Epitaph | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Charles Mingus: Live at Montreux 1975 | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Mingus: Charlie Mingus 1968 | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | You’re Nobody Till Somebody Loves You | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Charles Mingus Sextet | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | All Night Long | Himself - Bass | Hit | Similar → |
Charles Mingus - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charles Mingus?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charles Mingus is "Mingus: Charlie Mingus 1968" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Charles Mingus acted in?
Charles Mingus has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charles Mingus?
Other notable films include "Billie", "All Night Long", and "Charles Mingus: Triumph of the Underdog".