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Louis Jordan

Acting
Updated: Apr 15, 2026
21Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated

Louis Jordan Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Louis Jordan 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 Louis Jordan's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 14% of Louis Jordan'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 It's Black Entertainment, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Louis Jordan Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Louis Jordan's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0
It's Black Entertainment (2002) movie poster
★8.0

It's Black Entertainment: A star-studded tribute (from the creators of That's Entertainment) to the contributions of Afro-Americans in film over t

It's Black Entertainment

2002•Documentary
★7.6
Hitchcock, Selznick and the End of Hollywood (1999) movie poster
★7.6

Hitchcock, Selznick and the End of Hollywood: Paying homage to two of Hollywood's central icons, the film creates an unparalleled portrait of two very different perso

Hitchcock, Selznick and the End of Hollywood

1999•Documentary
★7.0
Jordan Jive (1944) movie poster
★7.0

Jordan Jive: Louis Jordan's Orchestra perform Jordan Jive. Setting is a canteen, with the orchestra and audience in US military unifo

Jordan Jive

1944•Music
★6.0
The Harlem Renaissance (2004) movie poster
★6.0

The Harlem Renaissance: Chronicling the Harlem Renaissance era, this retrospective documentary tracks the origins of the soulful music of the pe

The Harlem Renaissance

2004•Documentary
★6.0
Bluesland: A Portrait in American Music (1993) movie poster
★6.0

Bluesland: A Portrait in American Music: Blues as a genre shaped the sound of jazz in the early 20th century and directly led to the creation of rock 'n' roll in

Bluesland: A Portrait in American Music

1993•Documentary

Full Filmography

Every movie Louis Jordan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2004 The Harlem Renaissance Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
2003 Swing Era - Louis Jordan - Flop Similar →
2002 It's Black Entertainment Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2000 Louis Jordan & The Tympany Five Himself Flop Similar →
1999 Hitchcock, Selznick and the End of Hollywood Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
1993 Bluesland: A Portrait in American Music Self Average Similar →
1947 Look-Out Sister Louis Jordan Flop Similar →
1947 Reet, Petite, and Gone Schyler Jarvis / Louis Jarvis Flop Similar →
1946 Beware Lucius Brokenshire 'Louis' Jordan Flop Similar →
1946 Swing Parade of 1946 Himself Flop Similar →
1946 Swingtime Jamboree Himself Flop Similar →
1945 Caldonia Himself Flop Similar →
1945 Buzz Me - Flop Similar →
1944 Jordan Jive Himself Hit Similar →
1944 Ration Blues - Flop Similar →
1944 Follow the Boys Louis Jordan Flop Similar →
1944 Jumpin' at the Jubilee Self Flop Similar →
1944 G.I. Jive Himself / Vocalist Flop Similar →
1943 Down, Down, Down - Flop Similar →
1943 Five Guys Named Moe - Flop Similar →
1942 Old Man Mose - Flop Similar →

Louis Jordan - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Louis Jordan?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Louis Jordan is "It's Black Entertainment" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Louis Jordan acted in?

Louis Jordan has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Louis Jordan?

Other notable films include "Hitchcock, Selznick and the End of Hollywood", "Jordan Jive", and "The Harlem Renaissance".

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