Cicely Tyson

Cicely Tyson

Cicely Louise Tyson (December 19, 1924 – January 28, 2021) was an American actress. In a career which spanned more than seven decades in film, television and theatre, she became known for her portrayal of strong African-American women. Tyson received various awards including three Emmy Awards, a Screen Actors Guild Award, a Tony Award, an Honorary Academy Award, and a Peabody Award.

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Cicely Tyson Movies

Discover the best Cicely Tyson movies. Explore the complete filmography, including top-rated classics, newest releases, and highest-grossing films starring Cicely Tyson ranked by year and score.

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The Help

The Help (2011)

Drama
In 1960s Jackson, Mississippi, three women navigate the rigid boundaries of a segregated society. Aibileen, a maid carrying the weight of unspoken grief, and Minny, defiant despite her precarious position,...
Score 8.2
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The Rosa Parks Story

The Rosa Parks Story (2002)

Drama History TV Movie
Rosa Parks was a seamstress working quietly in Montgomery, Alabama when she made a choice that would ripple across the nation. Tired of yielding her seat on a segregated bus,...
Score 7.1
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Fried Green Tomatoes

Fried Green Tomatoes (1991)

Comedy Drama
A dissatisfied housewife finds unexpected kinship with a spirited elderly woman in a nursing home, who gradually reveals the forgotten history of two remarkable women from 1920s Alabama. Their story...
Score 7.7

Cicely Tyson TV Shows

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A Woman Called Moses

A Woman Called Moses (1978)

Drama
Cicely Tyson embodies one of America's most courageous figures in this portrait of Harriet Tubman's extraordinary life. Born into bondage, Tubman escaped her enslaver and transformed herself into a legendary...
Score 7.0

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What are the highest-rated movies starring Cicely Tyson? +
According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles starring Cicely Tyson are The Help, The Rosa Parks Story, and Fried Green Tomatoes.
How many movies and TV shows has Cicely Tyson starred in? +
Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 4 titles starring Cicely Tyson, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
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Yes! The overall filmography starring Cicely Tyson maintains a strong average user rating of 7.5 out of 10 across all tracked titles.