Lucky Millinder

Acting

Freshness: Jan 26, 2026

9Total Films

6.0 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lucky Millinder reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Music

The majority of Lucky Millinder's filmography leans towards the Music 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lucky Millinder remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Four or Five Times, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Lucky Millinder Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Lucky Millinder's career based on audience ratings.

★6.0

★6.0

Four or Five Times: Sister Rosetta Tharpe when she was band vocalist with Lucky Millinder and his Orchestra singing the song "Four or Five T

Four or Five Times

1941

★6.0

I Want a Big Fat Mama: Lucky Millinder and his Orchestra performing "I Want a Big Fat Mama."

I Want a Big Fat Mama

1941•Music

★4.7

★4.7

Paradise in Harlem: It is the story of a comedian Lem Anderson who dreams of playing in Shakespeare scenes but he is applied only role in Ha

Paradise in Harlem

1939•Comedy

★0.0

★0.0

Scandal: A musical comedy telling a simple story of backstage life and romance. Featuring Lucky Millinder and his Orchestra and P

Scandal

1933•Music

★0.0

★0.0

The Lonesome Road: Early footage of Sister Rosetta Tharpe when she was band vocalist with Lucky Millinder and his Orchestra.

The Lonesome Road

1941

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lucky Millinder.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1948	Hello Bill	Himself	Flop	Similar →
1943	I Want a Man	Himself	Flop	Similar →
1941	Four or Five Times	Himself / Bandleader	Average	Similar →
1941	I Want a Big Fat Mama	Himself / Bandleader	Average	Similar →
1941	The Lonesome Road	-	Flop	Similar →
1941	Shout! Sister, Shout!	Himself	Flop	Similar →
1939	Readin', 'Ritin', and Rhythm	-	Flop	Similar →
1939	Paradise in Harlem	Himself - Bandleader	Flop	Similar →
1933	Scandal	Lucky Millinder	Flop	Similar →

Lucky Millinder - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Lucky Millinder?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lucky Millinder is "Four or Five Times" with a rating of 6.0/10.

How many movies has Lucky Millinder acted in?

Lucky Millinder has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Lucky Millinder?

Other notable films include "I Want a Big Fat Mama", "Paradise in Harlem", and "Scandal".