Jesse Williams: Movies & Box Office
- films
- 24
- as director
- 1
- on screen
- 2010–2025
- box office
- $178M
- average score
- 62
- Born
- August 5, 1980 (age 46)
- Birthplace
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Citizenship
- United States of America
- Occupations
- Actor, Director, Producer, Activist
- Years active
- 2005-present
- Spouses
- Aryn Drake-Lee
- Children
- 2
The Best Jesse Williams Movies
The highest-rated films Jesse Williams is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. What We Hide (2025) scores highest, at 78. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.
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Movie Echo Score: Score 78 What We Hide 2025 · Sheriff Ben Jeffries -
Movie Echo Score: Score 78 What We Hide 2025 · Sheriff Ben Jeffries -
Movie Echo Score: Score 77 The Great Lillian Hall 2024 · David Flemming -
Movie Echo Score: Score 72 Selah and the Spades 2019 · Headmaster Banton -
Movie Echo Score: Score 65 Selah and The Spades 2020 · Headmaster Banton -
Movie Echo Score: Score 62 Secret Headquarters 2022 · Capt. Sean Irons
Jesse Williams's Career in Numbers
Jesse Williams's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Jesse Williams works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Dirty Dancing 3: Capoeira Nights (2010) to What We Hide (2025), and the 2010s were the busiest decade.
Jesse Williams Movies by Decade
- 2010s 9
- 2020s 8
The 2010s were Jesse Williams's busiest decade, with 9 films.
Jesse Williams Movies by Genre
- Drama 8
- Thriller 2
- Comedy 2
- Action 1
- Horror 1
- Music 1
- Crime 1
- Western 1
Drama is the genre Jesse Williams has worked in most, with 8 films, ahead of thriller (2).
Jesse Williams Career Milestones
- First film
- Dirty Dancing 3: Capoeira Nights 2010
- Biggest box office hit
- The Butler $177M worldwide
- Best-rated film
- What We Hide Movie Echo Score 78
- Newest film
- What We Hide 2025
Jesse Williams Filmography: Every Movie
Every film Jesse Williams is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. 1 as director and 16 as actor. Rated films average a score of 62. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
Movies Directed by Jesse Williams
1Jesse Williams Movies as an Actor
16- 2025
What We Hide as Sheriff Ben Jeffries · Thriller Movie Echo Score: 78 - 2025
What We Hide as Sheriff Ben Jeffries · Drama Movie Echo Score: 78 - 2024
The Great Lillian Hall as David Flemming · Drama Worldwide box office: $200K Movie Echo Score: 77 - 2023
Your Place or Mine as Theo Martin · Comedy Movie Echo Score: 41 - 2022
Secret Headquarters as Capt. Sean Irons · Action Movie Echo Score: 62 - 2020
Random Acts of Violence as Todd · Drama Movie Echo Score: 56 - 2020
Selah and The Spades as Headmaster Banton · Drama Movie Echo Score: 65 - 2019
Jacob's Ladder as Isaac · Drama Movie Echo Score: 29 - 2019
Random Acts of Violence as Todd Walkley · Horror Movie Echo Score: 51 - 2019
Selah and the Spades as Headmaster Banton · Drama Movie Echo Score: 72 - 2017
Legacy as Troy · Music - 2016
Money as Sean · Thriller Worldwide box office: $3.04K - 2015
The Spoils Before Dying as Parker · Crime - 2013
They Die by Dawn as John Taylor · Western - 2013
The Butler as Rev. James Lawson · Drama Worldwide box office: $177M - 2010
Dirty Dancing 3: Capoeira Nights Comedy
Jesse Williams in Documentaries & Specials
7- 2024
Following Harry as Self · Documentary - 2020
With Drawn Arms as Self · Documentary - 2018
Survivors Guide to Prison as Self · Documentary Worldwide box office: $8.98K Movie Echo Score: 73 - 2018
Black Hollywood: ‘They’ve Gotta Have Us’ as Self · Documentary - 2017
The Obama Years: The Power of Words as Self - Narrator (voice) · Documentary - 2016
BET Presents Love & Happiness: An Obama Celebration as Self · Documentary - 2016
Stay Woke: The Black Lives Matter Movement as Self · Documentary
Who Is Jesse Williams?
Jesse Williams was born in Chicago, Illinois, United States in 1980 and is 46 years old. Credited on films since 2010, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
Jesse Williams, an American actor, is best remembered for his role as Dr. Jackson Avery of the ABC Television series Grey's Anatomy. He has showcased his acting prowess in several other television series and films. Equally well-known for his work on and off the screen, Williams has a powerful command over his craft and leaves his mark wherever he tries his hand. Additionally, being a former high school teacher and activist, he has utilized his fame and platform to effect socio-political changes. His well-rounded career stands as a testament to his versatility. Jesse Williams is not just an actor, but a profound personality who plays many different roles with subtlety and finesse. Through his acting, he has managed to touch many lives, all the while cementing his position in the entertainment industry. He's also an active participant in multiple charitable endeavors, further establishing his reputation as an inspiring figure. His dedication to his craft, his passion for storytelling and his portrayal of complicated characters have made him one of the most sought-after actors in the industry.
Who Jesse Williams Makes Movies With
The actors and directors Jesse Williams shares the most films with. Celeste O'Connor comes first, with 2 films together, followed by Jharrel Jerome (2).
Jesse Williams: Questions & Answers
How many movies Jesse Williams has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has Jesse Williams been in?
Jesse Williams is credited on 24 films, from 2010 to 2025. 16 of them as an actor and 1 as a director. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is Jesse Williams's highest-grossing movie?
The Butler (2013) is Jesse Williams's biggest box office hit, with $177M worldwide, ahead of The Great Lillian Hall (2024) ($200K). Across every film with box office figures, Jesse Williams's movies have made $178M.
Jesse Williams's biggest hits What is the best Jesse Williams movie?
By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Jesse Williams's best-rated film is What We Hide (2025) with a score of 78, followed by What We Hide (2025) (78).
Best Jesse Williams movies, ranked How old is Jesse Williams?
Jesse Williams is 46 years old, born on August 5, 1980 in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
What is Jesse Williams's newest movie?
The most recent film on Jesse Williams's filmography is What We Hide (2025), in the role of Sheriff Ben Jeffries.
Who does Jesse Williams work with most often?
Jesse Williams shares the most films with Celeste O'Connor (2 films), Jharrel Jerome (2 films) and Forrest Goodluck (2 films).
The Best Jesse Williams Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 24 credits.
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