J.D. Sumner - Actor Profile

J.D. Sumner

Acting
Updated: Apr 17, 2026
21Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 19, 1924
Birth Place: Lakeland, Florida

About J.D. Sumner

John Daniel "J. D." Sumner was an American gospel singer, songwriter, and music promoter noted for his bass voice. Sumner sings the final note on the Elvis Presley song "Way Down", a C1. His vocal range extended below the lowest playable note on the piano, reaching the note G0 in a 26-second vocal slide at a concert while singing backing vocals for Presley. There are some claiming he reached an Eb0 in a recorded live concert while singing with the Blackwood Brothers, however this cannot be verified. He was famous for his group J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet and his associations with the Blackwood Brothers and Elvis Presley.

Known For: ActingIndustry Veteran

J.D. Sumner Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of J.D. Sumner reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of J.D. Sumner's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 38% of J.D. Sumner'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 Elvis Live at Madison Square Garden, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best J.D. Sumner Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from J.D. Sumner's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Elvis Live at Madison Square Garden (1972) movie poster
★10.0

Elvis Live at Madison Square Garden: Elvis Presley performance at the Madison Square Garden arena in New York City on Saturday June 10, 1972, the concert, an

Elvis Live at Madison Square Garden

1972•Music
★9.0
Elvis Presley: Meet Me In Memphis (2022) movie poster
★9.0

Elvis Presley: Meet Me In Memphis: Meet Me In Memphis features the full soundboard recording from the March 20th, 1974 concert at Midsouth Coliseum. The au

Elvis Presley: Meet Me In Memphis

2022
★8.0
EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert (2026) movie poster
★8.0

EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert: Long-lost footage from Elvis Presley's legendary Las Vegas residency in the 1970s woven together with rare 16mm footage

EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert

2026•Music
★7.9
Elvis - Aloha from Hawaii (1973) movie poster
★7.9

Elvis - Aloha from Hawaii: A 1973 concert by Elvis Presley that was broadcast live via satellite on January 14, 1973. The concert took place at the

Elvis - Aloha from Hawaii

1973•Music
★7.8
All Day Singing at The Dome (1998) movie poster
★7.8

All Day Singing at The Dome: Filmed at one of the largest Homecoming concert events ever at the Georgia Dome, Atlanta, Georgia; All Day Singing at th

All Day Singing at The Dome

1998•Music

Full Filmography

Every movie J.D. Sumner has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2026 EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2026 Elvis: A Life in Music Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2022 Elvis Presley: Meet Me In Memphis vocals Super Hit Similar →
2009 Elvis In Concert Remastered Self - backing vocals (uncredited) Flop Similar →
2006 Sunday Meetin' Time - Flop Similar →
2005 A Tribute To George Younce - Flop Similar →
2002 Kennedy Center Homecoming - Flop Similar →
1998 All Day Singing at The Dome Self Super Hit Similar →
1998 Atlanta Homecoming Himself Flop Similar →
1997 This Is My Story Himself Flop Similar →
1997 Feelin' At Home - Flop Similar →
1997 Gaither's Pond: The Lure Depths - Flop Similar →
1995 The Sweetest Song I Know Himself Flop Similar →
1994 The Elvis I Knew Self Flop Similar →
1992 Elvis: The Lost Performances Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
1977 Elvis in Concert Self - backing vocals (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1973 Elvis - Aloha from Hawaii Self - Band Super Hit Similar →
1972 Elvis on Tour Self - Vocals, The Stamps Hit Similar →
1972 Elvis Live at Madison Square Garden Self - Vocals Super Hit Similar →
1949 Challenge of the Range Guitar Player (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1948 Quick on the Trigger Band Member Average Similar →

J.D. Sumner - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of J.D. Sumner?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring J.D. Sumner is "Elvis Live at Madison Square Garden" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has J.D. Sumner acted in?

J.D. Sumner has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by J.D. Sumner?

Other notable films include "Elvis Presley: Meet Me In Memphis", "EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert", and "Elvis - Aloha from Hawaii".

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