List of Mahershala Ali Movies
Mahershala Ali stands as a towering figure in the realm of American acting, renowned for his exceptional talent, versatility, and profound impact on both the big and small screens. Born Mahershalalhashbaz Gilmore on February 16, 1974, Ali's journey to stardom has been marked by numerous accolades and groundbreaking achievements.
His path to success began with a pursuit of excellence, earning an MFA degree from New York University and honing his craft with dedication and passion. Ali's early career saw him making waves on television, with notable roles in series like "Crossing Jordan" (2001–02) and "Threat Matrix" (2003–04). However, it was his breakthrough role as Richard Tyler in the science fiction series "The 4400" (2004–07) that propelled him into the spotlight and showcased his remarkable talent.
Ali's transition to the big screen was met with critical acclaim, with standout performances in films like "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" (2008) directed by David Fincher. He further solidified his reputation with supporting roles in acclaimed films such as "Moonlight" (2016) and "Green Book" (2018), for which he received two Academy Awards for Best Supporting Actor. His win made him the first Muslim actor to receive an Oscar and the second Black actor to win multiple acting Oscars.
Beyond his film work, Ali has left an indelible mark on television, with standout performances in series like "True Detective" (2019) and "Ramy" (2020), earning him critical acclaim and Primetime Emmy nominations. His portrayal of Cornell "Cottonmouth" Stokes in the first season of the Netflix series "Luke Cage" (2016) further showcased his ability to inhabit complex characters with depth and nuance.
In addition to his on-screen achievements, Ali has also made significant contributions behind the scenes, winning a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Children's Program for executive producing "We Are the Dream: The Kids of the Oakland MLK Oratorical Fest" (2020). With his remarkable talent, unwavering dedication, and groundbreaking achievements, Mahershala Ali continues to inspire audiences and fellow actors alike, leaving an indelible legacy in the world of entertainment.
Mahershala Ali All Movies List
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Making Revolution | Mac Laslow |
| 2008 | Umi's Heart | Ezra |
| The Curious Case of Benjamin Button | Tizzy | |
| 2009 | Crossing Over | Detective Strickland |
| 2010 | Predators | Mombasa |
| The Wronged Man | Calvin Willis | |
| All Signs of Death | Gabe | |
| 2012 | The Place Beyond the Pines | Kofi |
| 2013 | Go for Sisters | Dez |
| 2014 | Supremacy | Deputy Rivers |
| The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 | Boggs | |
| 2015 | The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 | |
| 2016 | Kicks | Marlon |
| Gubagude Ko | Ochoro | |
| Free State of Jones | Moses | |
| The Realest Real | The Minister | |
| Moonlight | Juan | |
| Hidden Figures | Colonel Jim Johnson | |
| 2017 | Roxanne Roxanne | Cross |
| 2018 | Green Book | Doctor Donald Shirley |
| Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse | Aaron Davis / Prowler | |
| 2019 | Alita: Battle Angel | Vector |
| 2021 | Eternals | Eric Brooks / Blade |
| Swan Song | Cameron / Jack | |
| 2023 | Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse | Aaron Davis |
| Leave the World Behind | George G.H. Scott | |
| 2025 | Wildwood | Brenden |
Television
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2001–2002 | Crossing Jordan | Dr. Trey Sanders |
| 2002 | Haunted | Alex Dalcour |
| NYPD Blue | Rashard Coleman | |
| 2003 | CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | Tombs' Security Guard |
| The Handler | — | |
| 2003–2004 | Threat Matrix | Jelani Harper |
| 2004–2007 | The 4400 | Richard Tyler |
| 2009 | Lie to Me | Det. Don Hughes |
| Law & Order: Special Victims Unit | Mark Foster | |
| 2011–2012 | Treme | Anthony King |
| Alphas | Nathan Clay | |
| 2012 | Alcatraz | Clarence Montgomery |
| 2013–2016 | House of Cards | Remy Danton |
| 2016 | Last Week Tonight with John Oliver | City Hall Informant |
| Luke Cage | Cornell "Cottonmouth" Stokes | |
| 2017 | Comrade Detective | Coach |
| 2018 | Room 104 | Franco |
| 2019 | True Detective | Wayne Hays |
| 2020 | Ramy | Sheikh Ali Malik |
| 2021 | Invincible | Titan |
| 2023 | Chimp Empire | Narrator |
| TBA | The Plot | Jake |
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