Ernest Whitman
ActingAbout Ernest Whitman
Ernest Whitman was born on February 21, 1893, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He was a Negro actor, known for Road to Zanzibar (1941), Cabin in the Sky (1943) and The Return of Frank James (1940). He died on August 5, 1954, in Hollywood, California, of a heart attack.
Ernest Whitman Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ernest Whitman reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 36 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ernest Whitman's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Ernest Whitman'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 White Hunter, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ernest Whitman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ernest Whitman's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ernest Whitman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 3: The Dale Earnhardt Story | Pit Crowd | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Sun Shines Bright | Pleasant 'Uncle Plez' Woodford | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Half-Pint Pygmy | Pygmy (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Blonde Savage | Tonga | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Banjo | Uncle Jasper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | My Brother Talks to Horses | Mr. Mordecai | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | The Lost Weekend | Black Man Talking to Himself (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Dillinger | Jack - Black Prisoner (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Goldilocks and the Jivin' Bears | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Stormy Weather | Jim Europe (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Cabin in the Sky | Jim Henry | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Among the Living | Pompey | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Pittsburgh Kid | Feets Johnson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Get-Away | Moose Jones | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Road to Zanzibar | Whiteface | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Santa Fe Trail | Black Man in Barn (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Mystery Sea Raider | First Fisherman | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Third Finger, Left Hand | Sam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Return of Frank James | Pinky | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Maryland | Clarence "Dogface" Reems | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Safari | Witch doctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Buck Benny Rides Again | Colored Gentleman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Castle on the Hudson | Alexander '8 Ball' Hamilton (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Congo Maisie | Varnai | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Gone with the Wind | Carpetbagger's Friend (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Tell No Tales | Slab Griffin (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | 6,000 Enemies | Willie (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Jesse James | Pinkie | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Pacific Liner | Professor - Black Stoker (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Daughter of Shanghai | Sam Blike | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Daughter of Shanghai | Sam Blike (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | They Gave Him a Gun | Roustabout (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | White Hunter | Abdi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Green Pastures | Pharaoh | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Prisoner of Shark Island | Buck | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | King for a Day | Mr. Brown | Hit | Similar → |
Ernest Whitman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ernest Whitman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ernest Whitman is "White Hunter" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ernest Whitman acted in?
Ernest Whitman has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ernest Whitman?
Other notable films include "Gone with the Wind", "Banjo", and "The Lost Weekend".