Lennie James

61, from Nottingham, England, UK

Artwork for Mufasa: The Lion KingImage of Lennie James

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.

Timeline

2024Aged 59

  • Poster for The End

    Doctor

  • Poster for Mufasa: The Lion King

    Obasi (voice)

2022Aged 57

  • Poster for There There

    Restaurant Owner

2021Aged 56

  • Poster for Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway

    Barnabas (voice)

2020Aged 55

  • Poster for The Talk

    Self

2018Aged 53

2017Aged 52

  • Poster for Double Play

    Chamon

  • Poster for Heroes Manufactured

    Self (archive footage)

  • Poster for Blade Runner 2049

    Mister Cotton

  • Poster for The Robot Chicken Walking Dead Special: Look Who's Walking

    Morgan Jones / Sir Fred Livingston III (voice)

2014Aged 49

  • Poster for Swelter

    Bishop

  • Poster for Get On Up

    Joe Brown

2012Aged 47

  • Poster for Lockout

    Harry Shaw

2011Aged 46

  • Poster for Mob Rules

    C-Note

  • Poster for Colombiana

    Special Agent Ross

2010Aged 45

  • Poster for The Making of The Walking Dead

    Self

  • Poster for The Next Three Days

    Lieutenant Nabulsi

2008Aged 43

  • Poster for Fallout

    DS Joe Stephens

2007Aged 42

  • Poster for Outlaw

    Cedric Munroe

2006Aged 41

  • Poster for My Shakespeare: Romeo & Juliet for a New Generation

    Narrator

  • Poster for 1976: Summer of... Heat

    Narrator (voice)

2005Aged 40

  • Poster for Sahara

    General Zateb Kazim

  • Poster for Born With Two Mothers

    Errol Bridges

2002Aged 37

  • Poster for 24 Hour Party People

    Alan

2001Aged 36

  • Poster for Lucky Break

    Rudy

  • Poster for The Martins

    PC Alex

2000Aged 35

1999Aged 34

  • Poster for Elephant Juice

    Graham

  • Poster for Deja Vu

    Mark

1998Aged 33

1990Aged 25

  • Poster for Chilling Out

    Lennie

1988Aged 23

  • Poster for Between The Cracks

    Lennie

Year unknown