DeWayne Jessie
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DeWayne Jessie (a.k.a. "Otis Day"; born September 21, 1951) is an American character actor best known for his portrayal of Otis Day in National Lampoon's Animal House. In the movie, the songs "Shama Lama Ding Dong" and "Shout" were sung by Lloyd G. Williams and lip-synched by Jessie. In the 1980s, Jessie purchased the rights to the band name Otis Day and The Knights from Universal Studios and formed a real-life version of the band with some members of his family and toured the country for years afterward, with Jessie assuming the identity of Otis Day. The group released a concert video, Otis My Man, in 1987 and recorded an album, produced by George Clinton, that came out in 1989 titled Shout which flopped. It included updated versions of "Shout" and "Shama Lama Ding Dong" sung by Jessie. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
DeWayne Jessie Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of DeWayne Jessie reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of DeWayne Jessie's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of DeWayne Jessie'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 Where Are They Now?: A Delta Alumni Update, which stands out as a key performance.
Best DeWayne Jessie Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from DeWayne Jessie's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie DeWayne Jessie has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Where Are They Now?: A Delta Alumni Update | Otis Day | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | D.C. Cab | Bongo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Star Chamber | Stanley Flowers | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Rage! | Resident #3 (as Otis Day) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Gorp | Sweet Moe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Where the Buffalo Roam | Man #1 | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Animal House | Otis Day | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Thank God It's Friday | Malcolm Floyd | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Which Way Is Up? | Sugar | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Fun with Dick and Jane | Robber | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Scott Joplin | John The Baptist | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Car Wash | Lloyd | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings | Rainbow | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Sparkle | Ham | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Darktown Strutters | V.D. | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Firehouse | Oldest Boy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | The New Centurions | Mugging Suspect (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Halls of Anger | Lerone Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
DeWayne Jessie - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of DeWayne Jessie?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring DeWayne Jessie is "Where Are They Now?: A Delta Alumni Update" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has DeWayne Jessie acted in?
DeWayne Jessie has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by DeWayne Jessie?
Other notable films include "Rage!", "Sparkle", and "Animal House".