Mabel King
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Mabel Elizabeth King (née Washington; December 25, 1932 - November 9, 1999) was an American actress and singer. She is known for her role as Mabel "Mama" Thomas on the ABC sitcom What's Happening!! from its premiere in 1976 until the end of its second season in 1978. King is also known for portraying Evillene the Witch, a role she originated in the stage musical The Wiz and reprised in Sidney Lumet's 1978 film adaptation. She recorded on the Rama Records and Amy Records labels. Description above from the Wikipedia article Mabel King, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Mabel King Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Mabel King reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Mabel King's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 17% of Mabel King'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 The Jerk, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Mabel King Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mabel King's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Mabel King has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Dead Men Don't Die | Chafuka | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Scrooged | Gramma | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Jerk, Too | Mama Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | All the Money in the World | Mrs. Trussker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Getting Over | Mabel Queen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Gong Show Movie | Mabel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Jerk | Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Wiz | Evillene | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Scott Joplin | Madam Amy | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings | Bertha | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Ganja & Hess | Queen of Myrthia | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Don't Play Us Cheap | Mrs. Bowser | Average | Similar → |
Mabel King - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mabel King?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mabel King is "The Jerk" with a rating of 6.9/10.
How many movies has Mabel King acted in?
Mabel King has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mabel King?
Other notable films include "Scrooged", "The Wiz", and "Scott Joplin".