Tommy Morrison - Actor Profile

Tommy Morrison

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
7Total Films
8.1 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 2, 1969
Birth Place: Gravette, Arkansas

About Tommy Morrison

Tommy David Morrison (January 2, 1969 – September 1, 2013), nicknamed "The Duke", was an American professional boxer who held the WBO heavyweight title. He won 48 of 52 professional fights, and retired from boxing in 1996 when he tested positive forHIV. He appeared in the 1990 Sylvester Stallone boxing film Rocky V. Morrison attempted a comeback in 2006, claiming he had tested negative for HIV. In August 2013, Morrison's mother announced that her son was in the final stages of AIDS, and he died on September 1, 2013.

Tommy Morrison Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Tommy Morrison reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 7 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 29% of Tommy Morrison'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 Tommy, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Tommy Morrison Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Tommy Morrison's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Tommy Morrison has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2017 Tommy Self Super Hit Similar →
2006 The Opponents Self / Tommy Gunn Flop Similar →
1998 Harry Carpenter Presents Boxing Bedlam - Flop Similar →
1995 Lennox Lewis vs. Tommy Morrison Self Flop Similar →
1990 Rocky V Tommy 'Machine' Gunn Average Similar →
1990 Tommy "The Duke" Morrison Self Flop Similar →
1988 They Live Dave - Resistance Fighter (uncredited) Hit Similar →

Tommy Morrison - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Tommy Morrison?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tommy Morrison is "Tommy" with a rating of 8.1/10.

How many movies has Tommy Morrison acted in?

Tommy Morrison has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Tommy Morrison?

Other notable films include "They Live", "Rocky V", and "Lennox Lewis vs. Tommy Morrison".

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