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Watkin Tudor Jones (born 26 September 1974), currently known by his stage name Ninja, is a South African rapper, record producer, performance artist and satirist. Previously, he has recorded under a guise of different names, Max Normal and MC Totally Rad being some of the most prominent. Watkin Tudor Jones was a part of South African hip-hop scene for many years, fronting such acts as The Original Evergreens, MaxNormal.TV and The Constructus Corporation. He is known for adopting different stage personas. He currently fronts the group Die Antwoord under the name Ninja. Jones has released several albums under different guises (including the Sibot-produced The Fantastic Kill and Markus Wormstorm-produced promo-only EP "Emmanuel Rothchild - My Favourite Songs" and "Markus Wormstorm Is Not Gay"), and expanded into graphic art, stuffed animal making, and other aspects of his creativity. He has a child with Yolandi Visser, who is also a frequent collaborator. Although he now lives in Cape Town, Jones comes from Johannesburg where he attended Parktown Boys' High School, graduating in 1993.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ninja 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: Documentary
The majority of Ninja's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ninja remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in ZEF - The Story of Die Antwoord, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ninja Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ninja's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ninja.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | ZEF - The Story of Die Antwoord | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Tommy Can't Sleep | Ninja rat man | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Die Antwoord at Lollapalooza 2016 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Chappie | Ninja | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | AKA: The Lives of Waddy Tudor Jones | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Vanilla Ice Archive | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Umshini Wam (Bring Me My Machine Gun) | Ninja | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Tokoloshe | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Picnic | Waddy | Flop | Similar → |
Ninja - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ninja?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ninja is "ZEF - The Story of Die Antwoord" with a rating of 7.1/10.
How many movies has Ninja acted in?
Ninja has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ninja?
Other notable films include "AKA: The Lives of Waddy Tudor Jones", "Chappie", and "Umshini Wam (Bring Me My Machine Gun)".