DJ Qualls
ActingAbout DJ Qualls
European American businessman, entrepreneur, actor, producer, and model. DJ Qualls grew up in the small city of Manchester in the Middle Tennessee, one of five children. After studying at The University of London, he returned to Tennessee where he began acting in a local theatre. During that time, he was discovered by photographers David La Chappelle and Steve Klein, which led to modeling work for Prada, as well as other advertising campaigns. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Qualls is proud to be a cancer survivor and an advocate for cancer research and awareness. Qualls made his feature film debut in Road Trip (2000). Qualls is also seen in the comedy thriller Cherry Falls (2000), in which he co-stars with Jay Mohr, Brittany Murphy, and Gabriel Mann in a story of the killings of virgins in a small town high school. His earlier credits include the miniseries Mama Flora's Familly (1998) (TV), based on the book by Alex Haley, and "Against The Wall".
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of DJ Qualls reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 32 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of DJ Qualls's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 9% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), DJ Qualls remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Hustle & Flow, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best DJ Qualls Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from DJ Qualls's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of DJ Qualls.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1780 | Samuel | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | The Napa Boys | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Carved | Bill | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Open Door | Framton Nuttel | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Turning Point | Casper | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Bigger | Michael Steere | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Buster's Mal Heart | Brown (The Last Free Man) | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | November Rule | Kareem | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Pawn Shop Chronicles | JJ | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Vanilla Ice Archive | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Small Apartments | Artie | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Amigo | Zeke | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Running Mates | Graham 'One-Ball' Jones | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Circle of Eight | Randall | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Last Day of Summer | Joe | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Road Trip: Beer Pong | Kyle | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | All About Steve | Howard | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Familiar Strangers | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Company Man | Guy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | I'm Reed Fish | Andrew | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Delta Farce | Everett | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Hustle & Flow | Shelby | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Little Athens | Cory | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Britney Spears: Greatest Hits - My Prerogative | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Core | Theodore Donald 'Rat' Finch | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Comic Book Villains | Archie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | The New Guy | Dizzy Harrison / Gil Harris | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Lone Star State of Mind | Junior | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Big Trouble | Andrew | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Chasing Holden | Neil Lawrence | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Cherry Falls | Wally | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Road Trip | Kyle | Average | Similar → |
DJ Qualls - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of DJ Qualls?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring DJ Qualls is "Hustle & Flow" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has DJ Qualls acted in?
DJ Qualls has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by DJ Qualls?
Other notable films include "Britney Spears: Greatest Hits - My Prerogative", "Bigger", and "Road Trip".