Clyde Jones

Acting

Freshness: Jan 23, 2026

27Total Films

10.0 Highest Rated

Birth Place: Louisiana, USA

About Clyde Jones

Clyde Risley Jones was born in Louisiana, USA. He is known for Who Killed Soul Glow? (2012), Coming to America (1988) and 13 Sins (2014).

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Clyde Jones reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 27 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Clyde Jones'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 19% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Clyde Jones remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Divas, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Clyde Jones Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Clyde Jones's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0

★10.0

Divas: Members of an all-female black singing group learn about the industry and themselves in their rise to success.

Divas

1995•Drama

★7.8

★7.8

Emancipation: Inspired by the gripping true story of a man who would do anything for his family—and for freedom. When Peter, an enslav

Emancipation

2022•Drama

★7.3

★7.3

Where Hope Grows: Calvin Campbell is a former professional baseball player sent to an early retirement due to his panic attacks at the pla

Where Hope Grows

2014•Drama

★6.9

★6.9

Coming to America: An African prince decides it’s time for him to find a princess... and his mission leads him and his most loyal friend to

Coming to America

1988•Comedy

★6.8

★6.8

Get on Up: A chronicle of James Brown's rise from extreme poverty to become one of the most influential musicians in history.

Get on Up

2014•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Clyde Jones.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2025	Red Tops	The Homeless Man	Flop	Similar →
2022	Emancipation	Priest	Super Hit	Similar →
2022	No Turning Back	Uncle Albert	Flop	Similar →
2021	One of These Days	Brian	Average	Similar →
2019	Christmas Belles	Background person	Flop	Similar →
2018	BFA New Orleans	Professor James Blake II	Flop	Similar →
2015	Creepin' With The Deacon	Brother Smitty	Flop	Similar →
2014	Get on Up	Daddy Grace	Hit	Similar →
2014	13 Sins	Gerry	Average	Similar →
2014	Where Hope Grows	Dexter	Hit	Similar →
2012	The Great Divide	Clyde Jones	Flop	Similar →
2012	Woman Thou Art Loosed: On the 7th Day	Lamont	Flop	Similar →
2012	The Courier	Jack Straw	Flop	Similar →
2012	Who Killed Soul Glow?	Soul Glow	Flop	Similar →
2011	Breathe	Mr. Winn	Flop	Similar →
2010	A Gangland Love Story	Whisper	Flop	Similar →
2005	Treasure n tha Hood	Moses	Flop	Similar →
2004	Roscoe's House of Chicken n Waffles	Movie Star	Flop	Similar →
2000	Love Beat the Hell Outta Me	Wesley	Flop	Similar →
1999	Trippin'	Sleazy Brother	Flop	Similar →
1995	Divas	-	Super Hit	Similar →
1992	Delta Heat	Clayborne	Flop	Similar →
1989	Crack House	B.T.	Flop	Similar →
1989	The Siege of Firebase Gloria	Coates	Average	Similar →
1989	Savannah	Shaw	Flop	Similar →
1988	Coming to America	Soul Glo Man	Hit	Similar →
1979	The Prize Fighter	Boxer	Flop	Similar →

Clyde Jones - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Clyde Jones?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Clyde Jones is "Divas" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Clyde Jones acted in?

Clyde Jones has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Clyde Jones?

Other notable films include "Emancipation", "Where Hope Grows", and "Coming to America".