Common: Movies & Box Office
- films
- 48
- on screen
- 2003–2025
- box office
- $1.46B
- average score
- 64
- Born
- March 13, 1972 (age 54)
- Birthplace
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Full name
- Lonnie Corant Jaman Shuka Rashid Lynn
- Citizenship
- United States
- Occupations
- Rapper, Actor, Poet
- Years active
- 1992-present
- Spouses
- None
- Children
- 1
The Best Common Movies
The highest-rated films Common is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. The Tale (2018) scores highest, at 86. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.
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Movie Echo Score: Score 86 The Tale 2018 · Martin -
Movie Echo Score: Score 80 John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum 2019 · Action -
Movie Echo Score: Score 79 The Hate U Give 2018 · Carlos -
Movie Echo Score: Score 76 Megan Leavey 2017 · Biography -
Movie Echo Score: Score 75 All About Nina 2018 · Rafe -
Movie Echo Score: Score 75 Here and Now 2018 · Ben
Common's Career in Numbers
Common's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Common works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Just Wright (2010) to Breathe (2024), and the 2010s were the busiest decade.
Common Movies by Decade
- 2010s 23
- 2020s 4
The 2010s were Common's busiest decade, with 23 films.
Common Movies by Genre
- Action 7
- Drama 7
- Biography 3
- Comedy 2
- Documentary 2
- Adventure 1
- Crime 1
- Music 1
- Tv movie 1
- Mystery 1
Action is the genre Common has worked in most, with 7 films, ahead of drama (7).
Common Career Milestones
- First film
- Just Wright 2010
- Biggest box office hit
- Now You See Me $352M worldwide
- Best-rated film
- The Tale Movie Echo Score 86
- Newest film
- Breathe 2024
Common Filmography: Every Movie
Every film Common is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 64. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
Common Movies as an Actor
27- 2024
Breathe as Darius · Action Worldwide box office: $416K Movie Echo Score: 36 - 2022
Alice as Frank · Drama Worldwide box office: $373K Movie Echo Score: 44 - 2020
The Informer Action Worldwide box office: $2.93M Movie Echo Score: 61 - 2020
Ava Action Worldwide box office: $3.29M Movie Echo Score: 45 - 2019
The Kitchen as Gary Silvers · Action Worldwide box office: $16M Movie Echo Score: 35 - 2019
John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum Action Worldwide box office: $328M Movie Echo Score: 80 - 2019
Saint Judy as Benjamin Adebayo · Biography Worldwide box office: $248K Movie Echo Score: 72 - 2018
Here and Now as Ben · Drama Worldwide box office: $61.3K Movie Echo Score: 75 - 2018
Hunter Killer as RA John Fisk · Action Worldwide box office: $31.7M Movie Echo Score: 65 - 2018
The Hate U Give as Carlos · Drama Worldwide box office: $34.9M Movie Echo Score: 79 - 2018
Smallfoot as Stonekeeper · Adventure Worldwide box office: $218M Movie Echo Score: 63 - 2018
All About Nina as Rafe · Drama Worldwide box office: $100K Movie Echo Score: 75 - 2018
A Happening of Monumental Proportions as Daniel · Comedy Movie Echo Score: 48 - 2018
Ocean’s Eight as Common · Crime Worldwide box office: $298M Movie Echo Score: 51 - 2018
The Tale as Martin · Drama Worldwide box office: $2.67M Movie Echo Score: 86 - 2017
Love Beats Rhymes as Coltrane · Music - 2017
Megan Leavey Biography Worldwide box office: $14.5M Movie Echo Score: 76 - 2016
Being Charlie Drama Worldwide box office: $33K - 2015
The Wiz Live! as The Bouncer · Tv movie - 2015
Stretch and Bobbito: Radio That Changed Lives Documentary - 2015
Unity as Narrator (voice) · Documentary - 2015
Run All Night Action Worldwide box office: $71.7M - 2014
Selma Biography Worldwide box office: $67.8M - 2013
Now You See Me Mystery Worldwide box office: $352M - 2013
LUV Drama Worldwide box office: $157K - 2011
New Year’s Eve as Soldier · Romance - 2010
Just Wright Comedy Worldwide box office: $21.6M
Common in Documentaries & Specials
21- 2025
Diane Warren: Relentless as Self · Documentary Movie Echo Score: 75 - 2024
Hip-Hop and the White House as Self - Hip-Hop Artist · Documentary - 2023
A GRAMMY Salute to 50 Years of Hip-Hop as Self · Music - 2023
The Legacy of J Dilla as Self - Rapper; Friend · Documentary - 2022
Killing Me Softly with His Songs as Self · Documentary - 2021
You’re Watching Video Music Box as Self (archive footage) · Documentary - 2020
A Most Beautiful Thing as Self - Narrator · Documentary Movie Echo Score: 80 - 2020
Let’s Go Crazy: The Grammy Salute to Prince as Self · History - 2020
One World: Together at Home as Self · Documentary - 2020
Dave Chappelle: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize as Self · Comedy - 2020
Obama as Self · Documentary - 2017
The Words That Built America as Self - Reader: Declaration of Independence · Documentary - 2017
Chamber Check: Evolution of a Fight Scene as Self · Documentary - 2017
Feel Rich: Health Is the New Wealth as Himself · Documentary - 2016
BET Presents Love & Happiness: An Obama Celebration as Self - Performer · Documentary - 2016
Black America Again as Himself - Street Performer - 2013
Our Vinyl Weighs a Ton: This Is Stones Throw Records as Self · Music - 2010
Brave New Voices 2010 as Himself - Host - 2007
Notorious B.I.G.: Bigger Than Life as Self · Documentary - 2003
Godfathers and Sons as Self · Music - 2003
Beef as Self · Documentary
Who Is Common?
Common was born in Chicago, Illinois, United States in 1972 and is 54 years old. Credited on films since 2003, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
Common, born in 1972, is a highly versatile personality known primarily for his contributions as an American hip-hop artist. In addition, he has made significant strides in the realms of acting and poetry, showcasing his ample talent and proving his artistic diversity. His influence isn't merely confined within the borders of the United States; Common has enthralled audiences worldwide with his powerful lyrical storytelling and memorable performances both on stage and on the screen. His poetry shines light on multifaceted issues while his performances continue to demonstrate his acting prowess. Understandably, Common has become a quintessential cultural figure, with his life story serving to inspire countless budding artists globally.
Aside from his artistic endeavors, Common has been actively involved in various philanthropic activities, emphasizing his commitment to making the world a better place. His lyrics often spotlight social issues, demonstrating his dedication to push for change through his work. Despite achieving immense popularity and success, Common remains steadfastly dedicated to his craft and continues to be an influential figure in the hip hop industry. Ultimately, his achievements as a rap artist, actor and poet, coupled with his impact as a philanthropist confirm Common as a man of many talents, undeniably marking his contribution to the arts and society on the whole.
Who Common Makes Movies With
The actors and directors Common shares the most films with. LL Cool J comes first, with 4 films together, followed by Queen Latifah (4).
Common: Questions & Answers
How many movies Common has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has Common been in?
Common is credited on 48 films, from 2003 to 2025. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is Common's highest-grossing movie?
Now You See Me (2013) is Common's biggest box office hit, with $352M worldwide, ahead of John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum (2019) ($328M). Across every film with box office figures, Common's movies have made $1.46B.
Common's biggest hits What is the best Common movie?
By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Common's best-rated film is The Tale (2018) with a score of 86, followed by A Most Beautiful Thing (2020) (80).
Best Common movies, ranked How old is Common?
Common is 54 years old, born on March 13, 1972 in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
What is Common's newest movie?
The most recent film on Common's filmography is Diane Warren: Relentless (2025), in the role of Self.
Who does Common work with most often?
Common shares the most films with LL Cool J (4 films), Queen Latifah (4 films) and Barack Obama (4 films).
The Best Common Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 48 credits.
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