Cast & creator
Sam Moore
Best known for The Mike Douglas Show, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
Sam Moore, born on October 12, 1935, was an American R&B and soul singer best known as one half of the iconic duo Sam & Dave. Raised in Miami, Florida, Moore's powerful and emotive voice became a hallmark of the duo's sound. With partner Dave Prater, they achieved tremendous success in the 1960s, producing hits like "Soul Man" and "Hold On, I'm Comin'." Despite personal and professional challenges, Moore's solo career thrived in the 1970s, marked by his Grammy-winning rendition of "Soul Man" with Lou Reed. Known for his dynamic stage presence, Moore's influence extends beyond his chart-topping hits, making him a respected figure in the history of soul music. A Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, Sam Moore's enduring talent and contributions to the soul genre continue to inspire generations of musicians and fans alike.
22
film credits
6
television credits
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1961–2026 · acting roles
6.9
average across scored titles
Signature credits
Known for
Across film & television
Filmography (28)
Showing 28 of 28 credits
The Mike Douglas Show
Self
1961
Late Night with Conan O'Brien
Self - Musical Guest
1993
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
1992
Great Performances
Self - Performer
1971
Later... with Jools Holland
1992
Tales of the City
Preacher
1993
Blues Brothers 2000
Reverend Morris
1998
Tapeheads
Billy Diamond
1988
The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts
Self
2009
Night at the Golden Eagle
Sylvester
2002
One Trick Pony
Self
1980
Billy Preston: That's the Way God Planned It
Self
2026
Only the Strong Survive
Self
2002
An All-Star Salute to Lee Greenwood
2023
All My Friends - Celebrating the Songs & Voice of Gregg Allman
Himself
2014
Still Playin' Possum: Music and Memories of George Jones
2023
Soul Collection: Back to Stax
2002
Later Presents... The Beautiful South in Concert
Self
1997
Classic Soul at the BBC
Self (archive footage)
2007
Rhythm and Blues 40: A Soul Spectacular
Self - Host
2001
Stax/Volt Revue Live In Norway 1967
2007
Gnomes
Writer
1980
Sounds of Memphis
Self
2002Martha Reeves - Legends in Concert
Self
2004
Live Performance From The Platters
Himself
2008
Stax, le label soul légendaire
Self (archive footage)
2019Sam Moore & The London Community Gospel Choir
Chantuer
2004
Bad Company | The Official Authorized 40th Anniversary Documentary
Self
2014