About
Lennie James
Overview
Lennie James (born October 11, 1965) is an English actor and playwright known for his compelling performances across film, television, and theatre. Born in Nottingham, England, James has showcased his acting talent in diverse roles. He gained recognition for his performances in television series such as "Line of Duty" and "The Walking Dead," where his nuanced and intense portrayals stood out. James is also a prolific playwright, contributing to the stage with his writing skills. His ability to embody complex characters with depth and authenticity has earned him critical acclaim, establishing him as a respected and versatile figure in the entertainment industry.
Known for
Acting |
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2024 | Mufasa: The Lion King | Actor | Obasi (voice) | N/A N/A |
2024 | The End | Actor | Doctor | N/A N/A |
2024 | Mr Loverman | Actor | Barrington Jedidiah Walker | 69 Fair |
2022 | There There | Actor | N/A N/A |
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2021 | Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway | Actor | Barnabas (voice) | 66 Fair |
2020 | The Talk | Actor | Self | N/A N/A |
2018 | Save Me | Actor | Nelson "Nelly" Rowe | 67 Fair |
2018 | The Girl on the Roof | Actor | Thief | 59 Average |
2017 | The Robot Chicken Walking Dead Special: Look Who's Walking | Actor | Morgan Jones / Sir Fred Livingston III (voice) | 60 Fair |
2017 | Blade Runner 2049 | Actor | Mister Cotton | 75 Good |
2017 | Heroes Manufactured | Actor | Self (archive footage) | 59 Average |
2017 | Double Play | Actor | Chamon | 58 Average |
2015 | Fear the Walking Dead | Actor | Morgan Jones | 76 Good |
2015 | Critical | Actor | Glen Boyle | 70 Good |
2014 | Get on Up | Actor | Joe Brown | 63 Fair |
2014 | Swelter | Actor | Bishop | 57 Average |
2013 | Low Winter Sun | Actor | Joe Geddes | 66 Fair |
2013 | Run | Actor | Richard | 70 Good |
2012 | Lockout | Actor | Harry Shaw | 58 Average |
2011 | Colombiana | Actor | Special Agent Ross | 64 Fair |
2011 | Mob Rules | Actor | C-Note | 58 Average |
2010 | The Next Three Days | Actor | Lieutenant Nabulsi | 69 Fair |
2010 | The Making of The Walking Dead | Actor | Self | 63 Fair |
2009 | The Prisoner | Actor | 147 | 62 Fair |
2009 | Hung | Actor | Charlie | 66 Fair |
2008 | Fallout | Actor | DS Joe Stephens | 58 Average |
2007 | Outlaw | Actor | Cedric Munroe | 57 Average |
2006 | Jericho | Actor | Robert Hawkins | 73 Good |
2006 | The Family Man | Actor | N/A N/A |
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2006 | My Shakespeare: Romeo & Juliet for a New Generation | Actor | Narrator | N/A N/A |
2005 | Born With Two Mothers | Actor | Errol Bridges | N/A N/A |
2005 | Sahara | Actor | General Zateb Kazim | 58 Average |
2004 | Frances Tuesday | Actor | Trent | N/A N/A |
2003 | Buried | Actor | Lee Kingley | 70 Good |
2002 | 24 Hour Party People | Actor | Alan Erasmus | 63 Fair |
2001 | The Martins | Actor | PC Alex | 58 Average |
2001 | Lucky Break | Actor | Rudy | 59 Average |
2000 | The Announcement | Actor | Richard | N/A N/A |
2000 | Snatch | Actor | Sol | 76 Good |
2000 | The Miracle Maker | Actor | Gaius Velius Quintilus (voice) | 59 Average |
2000 | Storm Damage | Actor | Bonaface | 58 Average |
1999 | Shockers: Deja Vu | Actor | Mark | N/A N/A |
1999 | Elephant Juice | Actor | Graham | 58 Average |
1998 | The Perfect Blue | Actor | Danny | 59 Average |
1998 | Undercover Heart | Actor | Matt Lomas | 70 Good |
1998 | Among Giants | Actor | Shovel | 58 Average |
1998 | Les Misérables | Actor | Enjolras | 66 Fair |
1998 | Lost in Space | Actor | Jeb Walker | 55 Average |
1995 | Out of the Blue | Actor | N/A N/A |
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1994 | Fathers, Sons and Unholy Ghosts | Actor | Martin | N/A N/A |
1993 | Comics | Actor | Delroy Smith | N/A N/A |
1991 | Civvies | Actor | Cliff Morgan | 70 Good |
1990 | Chilling Out | Actor | Lennie | N/A N/A |
1988 | Between The Cracks | Actor | Lennie | N/A N/A |
Frances Tuesday | Actor | Trent | N/A N/A |
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Comics | Actor | Delroy Smith | N/A N/A |
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U.S. Attorney | Actor | N/A N/A |
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Writing |
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2000 | Storm Damage | Writing | Writer | 58 Average |
1988 | Between The Cracks | Writing | Writer | N/A N/A |
Production |
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2024 | Mr Loverman | Production | Executive Producer | 69 Fair |