TV Shows - Gregory Hines
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on May 10, 2024. Gregory Hines has appeared in 3 television series with data.
#49Saturday Night Liveas Self - Musical Guest • 1 episode • #49 most popular showSaturday Night Live (SNL) is a live sketch comedy and variety show that has been a staple of American television since its debut in 1975. The show features a talented ensemble cast who perform a series of comedic sketches, musical performances, and celebrity impressions. SNL is known for its satirical commentary on current events and pop culture, often pushing the boundaries of social and political humor. With a new episode airing every Saturday night, SNL has become a cultural phenomenon and has launched the careers of numerous comedy legends.
#149Law & Orderas Defense Attorney Carl Halpert • 1 episode • #149 most popular showLaw & Order is a critically acclaimed crime drama television series that follows the lives of dedicated police officers and prosecutors as they navigate the complex world of criminal justice in New York City. The show is known for its gripping storytelling, intricate plotlines, and realistic portrayal of the legal system. With a combination of police investigations and courtroom drama, Law & Order has captivated audiences for over two decades.
#565Will & Graceas Ben Doucette • 8 episodes • #565 most popular showWill & Grace is an American sitcom that follows the lives of two best friends, a gay lawyer named Will and a straight interior designer named Grace. The show explores their unique friendship, witty banter, and their hilarious adventures living in New York City. With a talented ensemble cast and sharp writing, Will & Grace tackles various social and cultural issues with humor and heart, while also offering a realistic portrayal of friendships and relationships.
Movies - Gregory Hines
Sorted by online popularity. Gregory Hines has appeared in 17 movies with data.
#1,532Waiting to Exhaleas Marvin • #1,532 most popular movieWaiting to Exhale is a 1995 American romance film featuring four women navigating their relationships with men and each other while seeking fulfilling romantic connections.
#2,302White Nightsas Raymond Greenwood • #2,302 most popular movieWhite Nights is a 1985 American musical drama film featuring a Soviet ballet dancer, who is held captive in the Soviet Union after his plane crashes in Siberia. The KGB attempts to persuade him to return to dancing for the Kirov Academy of Ballet while he forms a plan to escape with the help of newfound friends.
#2,569The Cotton Clubas Delbert 'Sandman' Williams • #2,569 most popular movieThe Cotton Club is a 1984 American musical crime drama film based on the Harlem jazz club in the 1930s, directed by Francis Ford Coppola.
#3,336History of the World: Part Ias Josephus • #3,336 most popular movieHistory of the World, Part I is a 1981 American comedy film that humorously depicts various historical events such as the Roman Empire, the French Revolution, and the Spanish Inquisition.
#3,735Renaissance Manas Sergeant Cass • #3,735 most popular movie
#3,786The Muppets Take Manhattanas Rollerskater • #3,786 most popular movieThe Muppets Take Manhattan is a 1984 American musical comedy-drama film that follows the Muppets as they strive to launch a Broadway show despite challenges finding a willing producer. Led by Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy, the lovable characters navigate the complexities of show business in New York City.
#4,401The Preacher's Wifeas Joe Hamilton • #4,401 most popular movieThe Preacher's Wife is a heartwarming Christmas comedy-drama film about a pastor who receives divine intervention in the form of an angel to help save his church and marriage.
#5,493Wolfenas Whittington • #5,493 most popular movieWolfen is a 1981 American crime horror film directed by Michael Wadleigh, based on Whitley Strieber's novel. It follows a city cop investigating a string of brutal murders initially thought to be animal attacks, uncovering an eerie connection to a folklore about wolf spirits.
#6,121Deal of the Centuryas Ray Kasternak • #6,121 most popular movieDeal of the Century is a 1983 American comedy film revolving around arms dealers competing to sell high-tech weapons to a South American dictator. The plot involves various complications such as the use of 'gifts' to facilitate sales, a religious conversion, and a budding romance among rivals.
#6,381The Cherokee Kidas The Undertaker / Jedediah Turner • #6,381 most popular movieThe Cherokee Kid is a 1996 American television western film featuring Sinbad as a vengeful gunslinger seeking retribution for the murder of his parents by Cyrus Bloomington.
#6,410Things You Can Tell Just by Looking at Heras Robert (segment "Fantasies About Rebecca") • #6,410 most popular movieThings You Can Tell Just by Looking at Her is a 2000 American romantic drama film written and directed by Rodrigo García. It features an ensemble cast and consists of five interconnected stories, all centered on women. The film explores themes of loneliness, dissatisfaction, longing, and desire.
#6,621Tapas Max Washington • #6,621 most popular movieTap is a 1989 American dance drama film depicting the story of Max Washington, a former burglar and talented tap dancer, as he navigates the temptation of returning to a life of crime after his release from prison.
#6,751A Rage in Harlemas Goldy • #6,751 most popular movieA Rage in Harlem is a 1991 American crime film based on Chester Himes' novel, featuring Forest Whitaker, Danny Glover, and Gregory Hines.
#6,848Mad Dog Timeas Jules Flamingo • #6,848 most popular movieMad Dog Time is a 1996 American ensemble crime comedy film featuring an underworld of armed criminals in swanky nightclubs, where shootouts take place behind desks. The story follows Mickey Holliday, the top enforcer for a mob boss, navigating dangerous relationships with two sisters as rival gangs attempt to seize power.
#7,157Off Limitsas Albaby Perkins • #7,157 most popular movieOff Limits is a 1988 action-thriller film set in war-time Saigon, following U.S. military policemen investigating serial killings of local prostitutes.
#7,380Eve of Destructionas Colonel Jim McQuade • #7,380 most popular movieEve of Destruction is a 1991 American science fiction action thriller film centered around a military android named EVE designed in the likeness of her creator, Dr. Eve Simmons. After sustaining damage during a bank robbery, the android turns into a lethal adversary, prompting Colonel Jim McQuade to intervene with the aid of Dr. Simmons.
#7,924Subway Storiesas Jack (segment "Manhattan Miracle") • #7,924 most popular movie
Gregory Hines Biography
Gregory Oliver Hines (February 14, 1946 – August 9, 2003) was an American dancer, actor, choreographer, and singer. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest tap dancers in history. Hines had an extensive acting career, appearing in over 40 films and starring in Broadway productions. He is best known for his roles in movies such as Wolfen (1981), The Cotton Club (1984), White Nights (1985), and Running Scared (1986). Hines also had notable television appearances, including The Gregory Hines Show (1997–1998) and Will & Grace (1999–2000), where he played the character of Ben. Additionally, he provided the voice for Big Bill on the animated children's show Little Bill (1999–2004). Throughout his career, Hines received numerous awards and nominations, including a Daytime Emmy Award, a Drama Desk Award, a Tony Award, and nominations for a Screen Actors Guild Award and four Primetime Emmy Awards. Gregory Hines was born and raised in New York City and began tap dancing at the age of two.
On May 10, 2024, Gregory Hines had 1,320 Wikipedia visits, making him the #4,103 most popular actor online.
