Tommie Smith - Actor Profile

Tommie Smith

Acting
Updated: Apr 16, 2026
12Total Films
8.4 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 6, 1944

About Tommie Smith

Tommie C. Smith (born June 6, 1944) is an American former track & field athlete and wide receiver in the American Football League. At the 1968 Summer Olympics, Smith, aged 24, won the 200-meter sprint finals and gold medal in 19.83 seconds – the first time the 20-second barrier was broken legally. Description above from the Wikipedia Tommie Smith licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Tommie Smith Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Tommie Smith 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 Tommie Smith's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 25% of Tommie Smith'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 O.J.: Made in America, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Tommie Smith Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Tommie Smith's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Tommie Smith has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Because They Believed Self Flop Similar →
2023 Stand Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2022 Say Hey, Willie Mays! Self Average Similar →
2022 Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2020 With Drawn Arms Self Flop Similar →
2020 The Stand: How One Gesture Shook the World Self Flop Similar →
2019 The Price of Protest Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2018 1968 Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2016 O.J.: Made in America Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2012 Pieces of Lives, Pieces of Dreams Self Flop Similar →
2008 Salute Self Hit Similar →
2008 Black Power Salute Self - 200m; Olympic Gold 1968 Flop Similar →

Tommie Smith - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Tommie Smith?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tommie Smith is "O.J.: Made in America" with a rating of 8.4/10.

How many movies has Tommie Smith acted in?

Tommie Smith has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Tommie Smith?

Other notable films include "The Price of Protest", "Salute", and "Say Hey, Willie Mays!".

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