
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.
Filmography

Everyman
1977 · 10.0

My Shakespeare: Romeo & Juliet for a New Generation
2006 · 10.0

Undercover Heart
1998 · 9.5

Deja Vu
1999 · 9.0

Born With Two Mothers
2005 · 9.0

INVINCIBLE
2021 · 8.6

Line of Duty
2012 · 8.2

Civvies
1992 · 8.2

The Walking Dead
2010 · 8.1

Out of the Blue
1995 · 8.0

Buried
2003 · 8.0
Fathers, Sons and Unholy Ghosts
1994 · 8.0

Mayor of Kingstown
2021 · 8.0

Archer
2009 · 7.9

Lie to Me
2009 · 7.9

Snatch
2000 · 7.8

Cold Feet
1998 · 7.8

Spooks
2002 · 7.7

Thief Takers
1996 · 7.7

Blade Runner 2049
2017 · 7.6

Fear the Walking Dead
2015 · 7.6

A Touch of Frost
1992 · 7.6

Genius
2017 · 7.5

Jericho
2006 · 7.4

The State Within
2006 · 7.4

ShakespeaRe-Told
2005 · 7.4

Mufasa: The Lion King
2024 · 7.3

Human Target
2010 · 7.2

Les Misérables
1998 · 7.2
The Perfect Blue
1998 · 7.1

The Next Three Days
2010 · 7.1

Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway
2021 · 7.0

Three Rivers
2009 · 7.0

24 Hour Party People
2002 · 7.0

The Robot Chicken Walking Dead Special: Look Who's Walking
2017 · 7.0

Frances Tuesday
2004 · 7.0
The Announcement
2000 · 7.0

Critical
2015 · 6.9

Get On Up
2014 · 6.8

Run
2013 · 6.7

Colombiana
2011 · 6.7

Hung
2009 · 6.5

Save Me
2018 · 6.4

Lucky Break
2001 · 6.3

Low Winter Sun
2013 · 6.2

The Miracle Maker
2000 · 6.2

ScreenPlay
1986 · 6.0
The Girl on the Roof
2018 · 6.0

Lockout
2012 · 5.9

Sahara
2005 · 5.9

There There
2022 · 5.5

The Prisoner
2009 · 5.5

Lost in Space
1998 · 5.4

Outlaw
2007 · 5.4

Among Giants
1998 · 5.3

The Martins
2001 · 5.3

The End
2024 · 5.1

Swelter
2014 · 5.0

Mr Loverman
2024 · 4.9

Fallout
2008 · 4.5

Elephant Juice
1999 · 4.4

Double Play
2017 · 3.5

Comics
1993 · 3.3

Mob Rules
2011 · 2.8

Shockers
1999 · 0.0

Working Shakespeare
2003 · 0.0
The Family Man
2006 · 0.0
Anxious People
— · 0.0

Chilling Out
1990 · 0.0
U.S. Attorney
— · 0.0

1976: Summer of... Heat
2006 · 0.0