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Lennie James

Known For

Acting

Gender

Male

Birthday

Oct 11, 1965 (61 years old)

Place of Birth

Nottingham, England, UK

Biography

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
2024The EndDoctor
2024Mufasa: The Lion KingObasi (voice)
2024Mr LovermanBarrington Walker
2022There There
2021Peter Rabbit 2: The RunawayBarnabas (voice)
2021InvincibleDarkwing (voice)
2021Mayor of KingstownFrank Moses
2020The TalkSelf
2018The Girl on the RoofThief
2018Save MeNelson "Nelly" Rowe
2017Blade Runner 2049Mister Cotton
2017Double PlayChamon
2017The Robot Chicken Walking Dead Special: Look Who's WalkingMorgan Jones / Sir Fred Livingston III (voice)
2017Heroes ManufacturedSelf (archive footage)
2017GeniusMartin Luther King Sr.
2015CriticalMr. Glen Boyle
2015Fear the Walking DeadMorgan Jones
2015The Met: Policing LondonSelf - Narrator (voice)
2014Get On UpJoe Brown
2014SwelterBishop
2013Low Winter SunJoe Geddes
2013RunRichard
2012LockoutHarry Shaw
2012Line of DutyTony Gates
2011ColombianaSpecial Agent Ross
2011Mob RulesC-Note
2011Talking DeadSelf
2010The Next Three DaysLieutenant Nabulsi
2010The Making of The Walking DeadSelf
2010The Walking DeadMorgan Jones
2010Human TargetBaptiste
2009Lie to Me
2009Three Rivers
2009HungCharlie
2009The Prisoner147
2009ArcherIbadan Peters (voice)
2008FalloutDS Joe Stephens
2007OutlawCedric Munroe
2006My Shakespeare: Romeo & Juliet for a New GenerationNarrator
2006JerichoRobert Hawkins
2006The State Within
2006The Family Man
2006The State WithinLuke Gardner
2005Born With Two MothersErrol Bridges
2005SaharaGeneral Zateb Kazim
2005ShakespeaRe-Told
2004Frances TuesdayTrent
2003BuriedLee Kingley
2003Working Shakespeare
200224 Hour Party PeopleAlan
2002SpooksDavid Newman
2001Lucky BreakRudy
2001The MartinsPC Alex
2000SnatchSol
2000The AnnouncementRichard
2000Storm DamageBonaface
2000The Miracle MakerGaius Velius Quintilus (voice)
1999Elephant JuiceGraham
1999Deja VuMark
1999ShockersMark
1998Lost in SpaceJeb Walker
1998Les MisérablesEnjolras
1998Among GiantsShovel
1998The Perfect BlueDanny
1998Cold Feet
1998Undercover HeartMatt Lomas
1996Thief Takers
1995Out of the BlueBruce Hannaford
1994Fathers, Sons and Unholy GhostsMartin
1993ComicsDelroy Smith
1992A Touch of FrostDC Carl Tanner
1991CivviesCliff Morgan
1990Chilling OutLennie
1988Between The CracksLennie
-Anxious People
-U.S. Attorney
Production
2024Mr LovermanExecutive Producer
2018Save MeExecutive Producer
Directing
2015Fear the Walking DeadDirector
Writing
2018Save MeWriter
2000Storm DamageWriter
1988Between The CracksWriter