Tupac Shakur - Actor Profile

Tupac Shakur

Acting
Updated: May 12, 2026
49Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 16, 1971
Birth Place: New York City, New York, USA

About Tupac Shakur

Tupac Amaru Shakur (born Lesane Parish Crooks, June 16, 1971 – September 13, 1996), better known by his stage name 2Pac and later by his alias Makaveli, was an American rapper and actor. Considered one of the most influential rappers of all time, Shakur is among the best-selling music artists, having sold more than 75 million records worldwide. In addition to his music career, Shakur also found considerable success as an actor, with his starring roles in Juice (1992), Poetic Justice (1993), Above the Rim (1994), Bullet (1996), Gridlock'd (1997), and Gang Related (1997).

Tupac Shakur Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Tupac Shakur reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 49 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 53% of Tupac Shakur'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 Hip Hop Don't Stop, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Tupac Shakur Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Tupac Shakur's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Tupac Shakur has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Diddy: Summit to Plummet Self (archive) Flop Similar →
2023 Fame Kills - Tupac - Flop Similar →
2022 Who Killed Biggie and Tupac? Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2022 Hyperfate Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2021 You're Watching Video Music Box Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
2021 The Life and Death of Tupac Shakur Himself (Archive Footage) Flop Similar →
2021 Last Man Standing: Suge Knight and the Murders of Biggie and Tupac Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2021 Biggie: I Got a Story to Tell Self - Hip-Hop Artist (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2018 American Dream/American Knightmare Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2017 Who Killed Tupac? Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2015 Murder Rap: Inside the Biggie and Tupac Murders Himself (Archive Footage) Hit Similar →
2014 Hip Hop Don't Stop Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2012 Yo! The Story of ‘Yo! MTV Raps’ Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2011 Tupac Uncensored and Uncut: The Lost Prison Tapes himself Hit Similar →
2010 One Night in Vegas Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
2009 DJ Cinema Presents: Masterpiece Theater Blend Dvd Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2009 Tupac Assassination II: Reckoning Himself Super Hit Similar →
2009 Tupac Assassination Conspiracy Or Revenge Himself Average Similar →
2006 Tupac - Complete Live Performances - Flop Similar →
2006 Tupac: So Many Years, So Many Tears 2Pac Flop Similar →
2005 Tupac: Live at the House of Blues Self Super Hit Similar →
2004 Tupac Vs. Self (Archived Footage) Average Similar →
2004 Ice Cube: The Making of a Don Self Flop Similar →
2004 And You Don't Stop: 30 Years of Hip-Hop Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2003 Tupac: Resurrection Himself (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2003 Beef Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2002 Tupac Shakur: Thug Angel Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2002 Biggie & Tupac himself Average Similar →
2001 Welcome to Death Row Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2001 Tupac Shakur: Before I Wake Himself (Archive Footage) Hit Similar →
2000 Death Row Uncut Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
2000 Freestyle: The Art of Rhyme - Hit Similar →
1999 Snoop Doggy Dogg: Smokefest 1996 Tour Video Self Flop Similar →
1997 Gang Related Detective Rodriguez Average Similar →
1997 Gridlock'd Spoon Hit Similar →
1997 Tupac Shakur: Thug Immortal Self Flop Similar →
1996 2 of Amerikaz Most Wanted - Super Hit Similar →
1996 Bullet Tank Average Similar →
1995 Tupac: Live at Club 662 Self Super Hit Similar →
1995 Tupac Shakur: Clinton Correctional Facility Prison Interview Himself Super Hit Similar →
1995 So Many Tears - Super Hit Similar →
1994 Above the Rim Birdie Hit Similar →
1993 Poetic Justice Lucky Hit Similar →
1993 I Get Around - Super Hit Similar →
1992 Juice Roland Bishop Hit Similar →
1991 Nothing But Trouble Digital Underground Member Flop Similar →
N/A Untitled Tupac Shakur Documentary Himself (archive footage) Hit Similar →
N/A R.I.P. Shades of Hip Hop - Flop Similar →
N/A Horrifying Hollywood Murders Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →

Tupac Shakur - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Tupac Shakur?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tupac Shakur is "Hip Hop Don't Stop" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Tupac Shakur acted in?

Tupac Shakur has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Tupac Shakur?

Other notable films include "Tupac Shakur: Clinton Correctional Facility Prison Interview", "I Get Around", and "So Many Tears".

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