Nina Simone - Actor Profile

Nina Simone

Acting
Updated: May 18, 2026
32Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 21, 1933
Birth Place: Tryon, North Carolina, USA

About Nina Simone

Nina Simone (born Eunice Kathleen Waymon; February 21, 1933 – April 21, 2003) was an American singer, songwriter, pianist, arranger, and civil rights activist who worked in a broad range of musical styles including classical, jazz, blues, folk, R&B, gospel, and pop. 

Nina Simone Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Nina Simone reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 32 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Nina Simone's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 53% of Nina Simone'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 Nina Simone: Live in '65 & '68, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Nina Simone Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Nina Simone's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Nina Simone has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 It's Never Over, Jeff Buckley Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2024 Nina Simone, la rebelle self Flop Similar →
2024 Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2024 Nina Simone Resonances at the Paris Pantheon - Flop Similar →
2023 They All Came Out to Montreux Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2023 Sunday Best: The Untold Story of Ed Sullivan Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
2022 Piano Greats at the BBC Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2022 Why Is We Americans? Self Flop Similar →
2021 Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2021 How It Feels to Be Free Self (archival footage) Flop Similar →
2020 Happy in the Gap Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2019 The Giverny Document (Single Channel) (archival footage) Flop Similar →
2016 Do I Look Like a Lady? (Comedians and Singers) Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2015 The Amazing Nina Simone Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2015 What Happened, Miss Simone? Herself Hit Similar →
2013 Queens of Jazz: The Joy and Pain of the Jazz Divas Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2010 Nina Simone - I Loves You Porgy (Live 1961-62) - Super Hit Similar →
2008 Nina Simone: Live in '65 & '68 - Super Hit Similar →
2006 Jazz Voice - The Ladies sing Jazz Vol.1 - Flop Similar →
1992 Nina Simone: The Legend Herself Super Hit Similar →
1989 Nina Simone & Band: 14. Jazzfestival Hamburg Herself (vocals & piano) Flop Similar →
1987 Nina Simone: My Baby Just Cares for Me - Super Hit Similar →
1987 Nina Simone: Live at Montreux Jazz Festival 1987 Self Super Hit Similar →
1985 Nina Simone - Live at Ronnie Scott's Herself Super Hit Similar →
1983 Nina Simone - Live in Pompeii Self Flop Similar →
1976 Nina Simone: Live at Montreux 1976 Herself Super Hit Similar →
1970 King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
1970 Nina: A Historical Perspective - Flop Similar →
1969 Nina Simone Black Journal Segment Self Flop Similar →
1969 Black Woodstock Self Super Hit Similar →
1969 The Panafrican Festival in Algiers Self Average Similar →
1965 Nina Simone: Live in Antibes - July 24th, 1965 Herself Flop Similar →

Nina Simone - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Nina Simone?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nina Simone is "Nina Simone: Live in '65 & '68" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Nina Simone acted in?

Nina Simone has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Nina Simone?

Other notable films include "Happy in the Gap", "Nina Simone - I Loves You Porgy (Live 1961-62)", and "Nina Simone: Live at Montreux Jazz Festival 1987".

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