Joel Fluellen - Actor Profile

Joel Fluellen

Acting
Freshness: Jan 20, 2026
50Total Films
7.7 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 2, 1907
Birth Place: Monroe, Louisiana, USA

About Joel Fluellen

Joel Fluellen was an actor, known for The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman (1974), The Great White Hope (1970) and Friendly Persuasion (1956). He died on February 2, 1990 in Los Angeles, California.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Joel Fluellen reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Joel Fluellen's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 32% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Joel Fluellen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Raisin in the Sun, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Joel Fluellen Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Joel Fluellen's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Joel Fluellen.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2021 Monster from British Hell Arobi (archive footage) Flop Similar →
1979 Freedom Road James Allenby Flop Similar →
1979 Butch and Sundance: The Early Days Jack the Bartender Flop Similar →
1978 Casey's Shadow Jimmy Judson Average Similar →
1976 The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings Mr. Holland Average Similar →
1975 Man Friday Doctor Hit Similar →
1974 The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman Unc Isom Hit Similar →
1974 Thomasine & Bushrod Nathaniel Average Similar →
1973 A Dream for Christmas Arthur Rogers Average Similar →
1971 Skin Game Uncle Abram Hit Similar →
1971 The Sheriff Charley Dobey Flop Similar →
1970 The Great White Hope Tick Average Similar →
1969 The Learning Tree Uncle Rob Hit Similar →
1968 Uptight Kyle's Associate (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1967 Who's Minding the Mint? Policeman Hit Similar →
1966 The Chase Lester Johnson Hit Similar →
1964 Roustabout Cody Marsh Average Similar →
1964 Good Neighbor Sam Judge (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1964 He Rides Tall Dr. Sam Flop Similar →
1961 A Raisin in the Sun Bobo Super Hit Similar →
1959 Imitation of Life Minister Super Hit Similar →
1958 The Decks Ran Red Pete Average Similar →
1958 Run Silent, Run Deep Bragg (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1957 House of Numbers Ashlow Flop Similar →
1957 Monster from Green Hell Arobi Flop Similar →
1956 The Opposite Sex Club Car Bartender (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1956 Friendly Persuasion Enoch Hit Similar →
1955 Lord of the Jungle Molu Average Similar →
1954 Sitting Bull Sam Flop Similar →
1954 Jungle Gents Rangori, witch doctor Flop Similar →
1954 Duffy of San Quentin Bill Lake Average Similar →
1954 Riot in Cell Block 11 Al Hit Similar →
1953 Perils of the Jungle Kenny Flop Similar →
1953 Jungle Drums of Africa Matambo, Native Searcher Average Similar →
1952 Affair in Trinidad Jeffrey Mabetes, Fisherman (uncredited) Average Similar →
1951 His Kind of Woman Sam (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1951 You're in the Navy Now Officer's Club Waiter Flop Similar →
1950 Walk Softly, Stranger Florist (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1950 The Great Jewel Robber Train Waiter (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1950 The Jackie Robinson Story Mack Robinson Average Similar →
1950 Buccaneer's Girl Black Man in Marketplace (uncredited) Average Similar →
1948 Family Honeymoon Waiter (uncredited) Average Similar →
1947 The Burning Cross Charlie West Flop Similar →
1946 Without Reservations Train Waiter (uncredited) Average Similar →
1945 White Pongo Mumbo Jumbo Flop Similar →
1944 Jasper's Paradise God (uncredited) (voice) Flop Similar →
1943 Hit the Ice Club Car Bartender (uncredited) Average Similar →
1943 Cabin in the Sky Mr. Kelso / Jim Henry's Paradise Patron (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1942 Heart of the Golden West Member, Hall Johnson Choir Flop Similar →
1940 Congo Maisie Native (Uncredited) Flop Similar →

Joel Fluellen - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Joel Fluellen?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joel Fluellen is "A Raisin in the Sun" with a rating of 7.7/10.

How many movies has Joel Fluellen acted in?

Joel Fluellen has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Joel Fluellen?

Other notable films include "Imitation of Life", "The Chase", and "Riot in Cell Block 11".