Marwan Kenzari
Biography
Marwan Kenzari, born on January 16, 1983, in The Hague, Netherlands, is a talented Dutch actor who has made significant strides in the film industry since his debut in 2008. His breakout performance came in 2013 with the film *Wolf*, which garnered him the prestigious Golden Calf award for Best Actor, marking him as a noteworthy talent in Dutch cinema.
Transitioning to English-language films in 2016, Kenzari quickly gained international acclaim for his versatile acting skills. He showcased his talent in Disney's live-action adaptation of *Aladdin* (2019), where he played the role of Jafar, captivating audiences worldwide. His filmography continued to expand with roles in high-profile projects such as *The Old Guard* (2020), a Netflix action film that further solidified his status in Hollywood. Most recently, he appeared in *Black Adam* (2022), starring alongside Dwayne Johnson, which brought him even more recognition on a global scale.
Throughout his career, Marwan Kenzari has demonstrated a remarkable ability to navigate various genres and characters, earning accolades and admiration from both critics and fans alike. As he continues to take on challenging roles, Kenzari remains a prominent figure in contemporary cinema with a promising future ahead.
Filmography
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The Mummy (2017)
2017 • Malik
Aladdin (2019)
2019 • Jafar
The Return (2024)
2024 • Antinous (Antinoo)
Ben-Hur (2016)
2016 • Druses
The Old Guard (2020)
2020 • Yusuf Al-Kaysani / Joe
What Happened to Monday
2017 • Adrian Knowles
Instinct (2019)
2019 • Idris
Murder on the Orient Express (2017)
2017
Accused (2014)
2014 • Detective Ron Leeflang
Loft (2010)
2010 • Tom Fenneker
Ghosted (2023)
2023 • Marco
The Promise (2016)
2016 • Emre Ogan
The Old Guard 2
2025 • Yusuf Al-Kaysani / Joe
The East (2021)
2021 • Raymond "De Turk" Westerling
Collide
2016 • Matthias
The Angel (2018)
2018 • Ashraf Marwan