Al Matthews
ActingAbout Al Matthews
Al Matthews (6' | 1.83 m) born on November 21, 1942 (Scorpio) in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA is a Folk singer and musical performer who worked professionally while living in England. He later turned to acting, but continues to write and sing. Matthews is noted for having made two significant historical firsts. While on combat duty during the Vietnam War, Matthews became the first black Marine to be meritoriously promoted to the rank of Sergeant (E-5). Williams was also the first "black voice" on England's national station, 'Radio 1.' Al Matthews passed away on September 22, 2018 in Alicante, Spain, two months away from what would have been his 76th birthday on November 21. He never married and left no survivors.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Al Matthews reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 23 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Thriller
The majority of Al Matthews's filmography leans towards the Thriller 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 22% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Al Matthews remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Aliens, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Al Matthews Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Al Matthews's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Al Matthews.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Superior Firepower: Making 'Aliens' | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Tomorrow Never Dies | Master Sergeant 3 | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Fifth Element | General Tudor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Apocalypse Watch | Wesley Sorenson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Soul Survivors | Grover Cleveland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Out of Order | U.S. DJ | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Stormy Monday | Radio DJ | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | American Roulette | Morrisey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | The American Way | Ben | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Coast to Coast | Curtis Duchamps | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Aliens | Sergeant Apone | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Defence of the Realm | First US Controller | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Making of 'Superman III' | Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Bullshitters: Roll Out the Gunbarrel | Admiral | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Superman III | Fire Chief | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Sender | Vietnam Veteran | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Funny Money | 1st Hood | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Ragtime | Maitre D' | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Final Conflict | Workman | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Black Madonna | Oxford St. John | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Rough Cut | Ferguson | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Yanks | Black GI at dance | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Butterfly Ball | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
Al Matthews - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Al Matthews?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Al Matthews is "Aliens" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Al Matthews acted in?
Al Matthews has been featured in at least 23 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Al Matthews?
Other notable films include "The Fifth Element", "Superior Firepower: Making 'Aliens'", and "Ragtime".