DJ Drama
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Tyree Cinque Simmons (born April 22, 1978), known professionally as DJ Drama, is an American disc jockey (DJ), record executive and music promoter. He initially gained recognition as the DJ for Atlanta-based rapper T.I., and continued to gain prominence hosting mixtapes for other hip hop artists. His trademark Gangsta Grillz series is present on releases of which he has compiled; it has been popularized by artists including Lil Wayne, Tyler the Creator, Snoop Dogg, Yo Gotti, YoungBoy Never Broke Again, Fabolous, Jeezy, Meek Mill, and Gucci Mane, among others. Alongside record producer and fellow Philadelphia native Don Cannon, he co-founded the record label Generation Now in 2015, an imprint of Atlantic Records which has signed artists including Lil Uzi Vert and Jack Harlow.
DJ Drama Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of DJ Drama reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 9 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of DJ Drama's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of DJ Drama'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 Tale of the Tape, which stands out as a key performance.
Best DJ Drama Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from DJ Drama's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie DJ Drama has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Tale of the Tape | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | May The Lord Watch: The Little Brother Story | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | You People | DJ Drama | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Mixtape | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | All Def Comedy | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Re-Up | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Freaknik: The Musical | Mr. Thanksgiving (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Come Up: Volume 15 Gangsta Grillz Edition | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Beef III | Self | Hit | Similar → |
DJ Drama - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of DJ Drama?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring DJ Drama is "Tale of the Tape" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has DJ Drama acted in?
DJ Drama has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by DJ Drama?
Other notable films include "Freaknik: The Musical", "Beef III", and "You People".