Derek Luke
ActingAbout Derek Luke
Derek Luke (born April 24, 1974) is an American actor. He won the Independent Spirit Award for his big-screen debut performance in the 2002 film Antwone Fisher, directed and produced by Denzel Washington. Description above from the Wikipedia article Derek Luke, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Derek Luke Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Derek Luke reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 25 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Derek Luke's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of Derek Luke'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 Glory Road, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Derek Luke Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Derek Luke's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Derek Luke has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Rare Objects | Ben Winshaw | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Darby and the Dead | Ben | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Alone Together | John | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | American Refugee | Greg Taylor | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Self/less | Anton | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Alex of Venice | Frank | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Supremacy | Raymond | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Baggage Claim | William Wright | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Sparkle | Stix | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Seeking a Friend for the End of the World | Alan Speck | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Spark That Unites Us | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Captain America: The First Avenger | Gabe Jones | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Madea Goes to Jail | Joshua Hardaway | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Notorious | Sean 'Puffy' Combs | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Miracle at St. Anna | 2nd Staff Sergeant Aubrey Stamps | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Definitely, Maybe | Russell McCormack | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Lions for Lambs | Arian Finch | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Catch a Fire | Patrick Chamusso | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Glory Road | Bobby Joe Hill | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Friday Night Lights | Boobie Miles | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Spartan | Curtis | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Pieces of April | Bobby | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Biker Boyz | Kid | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Behind the Action in 'Biker Boyz' | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Antwone Fisher | Antwone Fisher | Hit | Similar → |
Derek Luke - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Derek Luke?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Derek Luke is "Glory Road" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Derek Luke acted in?
Derek Luke has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Derek Luke?
Other notable films include "Captain America: The First Avenger", "Definitely, Maybe", and "Friday Night Lights".