Biography of Chiwetel Ejiofor

Chiwetel Umeadi Ejiofor CBE (/ˈtʃuːətɛlˈɛdʒioʊfɔːr/ CHOO-ə-tel EJ-ee-oh-for; born 10 July 1977) is a British actor. He is the recipient of various accolades, including a British Academy Film Award and a Laurence Olivier Award, in addition to nominations for an Academy Award, two Primetime Emmy Awards, and five Golden Globe Awards. In 2008, he was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE), and in 2015, he was appointed Commander (CBE) for his services to the arts. After enrolling at the National Youth Theatre in 1995 and attending the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, at age 19 and three months into his course, Ejiofor was cast by Steven Spielberg to play a supporting role in the film Amistad (1997) as James Covey. He later won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actor for Othello (2008). Ejiofor earned the BAFTA Award for Best Actor as well as a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Solomon Northup in 12 Years a Slave (2013). Ejiofor's other films include Dirty Pretty Things (2002), Love Actually (2003), Kinky Boots (2005), Four Brothers (2005), Children of Men (2006), Endgame (2009), 2012 (2009), Salt (2010), and The Martian (2015). He joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe playing Karl Mordo in Doctor Strange (2016) and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022). He also voiced Scar in The Lion King (2019). He directed, wrote, and starred in the film The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind (2019). On television, he was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor for his performance as a jazz band leader in the BBC Two miniseries Dancing on the Edge (2014). He also acted in the BBC drama series The Shadow Line (2011), the HBO television film Phil Spector (2013), and the...

Full Name

Chiwetel Ejiofor

Born

July 10, 1977 in Forest Gate, London, England, UK

Age

49 years old

Known For

Acting

Gender

male

Chiwetel Ejiofor has built a reputation in the entertainment industry through their work in acting. Explore the complete filmography of Chiwetel Ejiofor on MovieFarming, where you can find every movie and TV show featuring this talented male, along with detailed cast information, plot summaries, and up-to-date streaming availability across all major platforms.

Filmography of Chiwetel Ejiofor

Chiwetel Ejiofor has appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout their career. Below are some of the most notable projects featuring Chiwetel Ejiofor:

• Inside Man (2006) — Movie — Chiwetel Ejiofor portrays Bill Mitchell. Rated 7.411/10 by TMDb users.
• Love Actually (2003) — Movie — Chiwetel Ejiofor portrays Peter. Rated 7.1/10 by TMDb users.
• Dirty Pretty Things (2002) — Movie — Chiwetel Ejiofor portrays Okwe. Rated 6.898/10 by TMDb users.
• She Hate Me (2004) — Movie — Chiwetel Ejiofor portrays Frank Wills. Rated 5.2/10 by TMDb users.
• American Gangster (2007) — Movie — Chiwetel Ejiofor portrays Huey Lucas. Rated 7.593/10 by TMDb users.
• Talk to Me (2007) — Movie — Chiwetel Ejiofor portrays Dewey Hughes. Rated 6.832/10 by TMDb users.
• Amistad (1997) — Movie — Chiwetel Ejiofor portrays Ensign Covey. Rated 7.017/10 by TMDb users.
• Tonight at Noon — Movie — Chiwetel Ejiofor portrays Lee / Evans.
• Four Brothers (2005) — Movie — Chiwetel Ejiofor portrays Victor Sweet. Rated 6.815/10 by TMDb users.
• The Pod Generation (2023) — Movie — Chiwetel Ejiofor portrays Alvy. Rated 5.981/10 by TMDb users.

This filmography represents a selection of Chiwetel Ejiofor's most recognized work. For the complete list of every movie and TV show featuring Chiwetel Ejiofor, including upcoming projects and early career appearances, visit the full Chiwetel Ejiofor profile on MovieFarming.

External Links

• View Chiwetel Ejiofor on IMDb for complete filmography, awards, and trivia
• View Chiwetel Ejiofor on The Movie Database (TMDb) for credits and images

These external links provide additional information about Chiwetel Ejiofor, including complete credit histories, award nominations, behind-the-scenes trivia, and high-resolution images. For streaming availability of Chiwetel Ejiofor's movies and TV shows, always check MovieFarming first.

Movies Starring Chiwetel Ejiofor

Browse the complete list of movies featuring Chiwetel Ejiofor. Each title includes detailed information about the character portrayed, release year, and where to stream online:

• Inside Man (2006) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as Bill Mitchell.
• Love Actually (2003) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as Peter.
• Dirty Pretty Things (2002) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as Okwe.
• She Hate Me (2004) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as Frank Wills.
• American Gangster (2007) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as Huey Lucas.
• Talk to Me (2007) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as Dewey Hughes.
• Amistad (1997) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as Ensign Covey.
• Tonight at Noon — Chiwetel Ejiofor as Lee / Evans.
• Four Brothers (2005) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as Victor Sweet.
• The Pod Generation (2023) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as Alvy.
• Rob Peace (2024) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as Robert E. 'Skeet' Douglas.
• Redbelt (2008) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as Mike Terry.
• Salt (2010) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as Darryl Peabody.
• Melinda and Melinda (2004) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as Ellis Moonsong.
• Children of Men (2006) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as Luke.
• Red Dust (2004) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as Alex Mpondo.
• 2012 (2009) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as Adrian Helmsley.
• Endgame (2009) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as President Thabo Mbeki.
• Serenity (2005) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as The Operative.
• Kinky Boots (2005) — Chiwetel Ejiofor as Lola/Simon.

MovieFarming provides comprehensive streaming guides for every movie and TV show starring Chiwetel Ejiofor. Whether you're looking to rewatch a classic performance or discover a lesser-known early role, our platform helps you find exactly where to stream Chiwetel Ejiofor's work online. Our availability data is updated hourly to ensure accuracy across all major streaming services.

About MovieFarming

MovieFarming is your comprehensive guide to discovering movies and TV shows across all major streaming platforms. We provide detailed information aboutChiwetel Ejiofor and thousands of other actors, directors, and crew members, including complete filmographies, biographies, and up-to-date streaming availability for every title. Whether you are researching Chiwetel Ejiofor's career, looking for where to stream a specific movie, or exploring the acting genre, MovieFarming has you covered. Our streaming guides are updated hourly to reflect the latest availability on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, Max, Apple TV+, Paramount+, and more. Start exploring MovieFarming today to find your next favorite movie or TV series.