Rufus Thomas
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Rufus Thomas, Jr. (March 27, 1917 – December 15, 2001) was an American rhythm and blues, funk and soul singer and comedian from Memphis, Tennessee, who recorded on Sun Records in the 1950s and on Stax Records in the 1960s and 1970s. He was the father of soul singer Carla Thomas and keyboard player Marvell Thomas. A third child, Vaneese, a former French teacher, has a recording studio in upstate New York and sings for television commercials.
Best Rufus Thomas Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Rufus Thomas's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Rufus Thomas.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Memphis '69 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Sounds of Memphis | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Only the Strong Survive | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Cookie's Fortune | Theo Johnson | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | A Family Thing | Tommy | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Soul of Stax | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | All Day and All Night: Memories from Beale Street Musicians | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Mystery Train | Man in Station | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Great Balls of Fire! | Haney's Big House Dancer | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Wattstax | Self | Hit | Similar → |
Rufus Thomas - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Rufus Thomas?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rufus Thomas is "Sounds of Memphis" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Rufus Thomas acted in?
Rufus Thomas has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Rufus Thomas?
Other notable films include "Mystery Train", "Wattstax", and "Only the Strong Survive".




