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D.C. Young Fly, actor
Actor

D.C. Young Fly: Movies & Box Office

films
14
on screen
2018–2024
box office
$9.77M
average score
58
Born
May 2, 1992 (age 34)
Birthplace
Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
Full name
John Richard Whitfield
Citizenship
American
Occupations
comedian, host, singer, actor
Years active
2011-present
Children
3
Known for

The Best D.C. Young Fly Movies

The highest-rated films D.C. Young Fly is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. Outlaw Posse (2024) scores highest, at 74. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.

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Career at a glance

D.C. Young Fly's Career in Numbers

D.C. Young Fly's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres D.C. Young Fly works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Armed (2018) to Bosco (2024), and the 2020s were the busiest decade.

D.C. Young Fly Movies by Decade

  1. 2010s 2
  2. 2020s 9

The 2020s were D.C. Young Fly's busiest decade, with 9 films.

D.C. Young Fly Movies by Genre

  • Comedy 6
  • Drama 2
  • Western 1
  • Tv movie 1
  • Action 1

Comedy is the genre D.C. Young Fly has worked in most, with 6 films, ahead of drama (2).

D.C. Young Fly Career Milestones

First film
Armed 2018
Biggest box office hit
House Party $9.29M worldwide
Best-rated film
Outlaw Posse Movie Echo Score 74
Newest film
Bosco 2024
14 credits

D.C. Young Fly Filmography: Every Movie

Every film D.C. Young Fly is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 58. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Biography

Who Is D.C. Young Fly?

D.C. Young Fly was born in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. in 1992 and is 34 years old. Credited on films since 2018, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

John Richard Whitfield, better known by his stage name D.C. Young Fly, is an Atlanta‑born American comedian, host, singer, and actor whose career launched in 2011 and has since spanned stand‑up, television, film, and digital media. Raised on Atlanta’s West Side, Whitfield attended Benjamin E. Mays High School and later Georgia Southern University‑Armstrong Campus, where he began honing his observational and black‑comedy style. His early break came with a hosting gig for Gotham Comedy Live in New York City (2012), followed by a recurring cast spot on MTV’s improv hit Wild ’n Out (2015). Alongside co‑stars Karlous Miller and Chico Bean, he co‑created The 85 South Show podcast, blending humor with freestyle rap and cultural commentary. Whitfield’s film debut arrived in 2016 as Eric in Almost Christmas, sharing the screen with veterans such as Kimberly Elise and Danny Glover, and he quickly amassed roles in projects like The New Edition Story, The Quad, and Grown‑ish. In 2019 he co‑hosted the BET Social Awards, opened for Chris Brown’s Party Tour, and starred in the MTV‑premiered How High 2. Recent years have seen him judge the web game show Floored, host the revived Celebrity Squares on VH1/BET, and lead in films such as Outlaw Posse (2024) and the 2023 remake of House Party.

Beyond the spotlight, Whitfield’s personal narrative is marked by a long‑term partnership with former Wild ’n Out personality Jacky Oh, with whom he fathered three children before her untimely death in May 2023. His comedic voice—rooted in African‑American culture, everyday life, and self‑deprecation—continues to evolve, making him a versatile figure in modern entertainment. With a YouTube channel boasting over a million subscribers and 57 million views, D.C. Young Fly remains a dynamic presence, bridging traditional media and the digital age while consistently delivering humor that resonates across generations.

Works with

Who D.C. Young Fly Makes Movies With

The actors and directors D.C. Young Fly shares the most films with. Nick Cannon comes first, with 4 films together, followed by Cedric the Entertainer (3).

FAQ

D.C. Young Fly: Questions & Answers

How many movies D.C. Young Fly has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.

How many movies has D.C. Young Fly been in?

D.C. Young Fly is credited on 14 films, from 2018 to 2024. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is D.C. Young Fly's highest-grossing movie?

House Party (2023) is D.C. Young Fly's biggest box office hit, with $9.29M worldwide, ahead of For the Love of Money (2021) ($481K). Across every film with box office figures, D.C. Young Fly's movies have made $9.77M.

D.C. Young Fly's biggest hits

What is the best D.C. Young Fly movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, D.C. Young Fly's best-rated film is Fuhgeddabout Christmas (2022) with a score of 92, followed by Outlaw Posse (2024) (74).

Best D.C. Young Fly movies, ranked

How old is D.C. Young Fly?

D.C. Young Fly is 34 years old, born on May 2, 1992 in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S..

What is D.C. Young Fly's newest movie?

The most recent film on D.C. Young Fly's filmography is Outlaw Posse (2024), in the role of Spooky.

Who does D.C. Young Fly work with most often?

D.C. Young Fly shares the most films with Nick Cannon (4 films), Cedric the Entertainer (3 films) and Rotimi (2 films).

The Best D.C. Young Fly Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 14 credits.

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