Duke Ellington

Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington was an American composer, pianist, and leader of a jazz orchestra from 1923 through the rest of his life. Born in Washington, D.C., Ellington was based in New York City from the mid-1920s and gained a national profile through his orchestra's appearances at the Cotton Club in Harlem. In total, there are 77 recognized credits in film and television. On Cinestia you can browse Duke Ellington's complete filmography — 59 films and 18 series — and find where to watch each title.