Biography
Michael Potts (born September 21, 1962) is an American actor known for his captivating performances across stage and screen. A Juilliard alum, he soared in Broadway, earning acclaim for "The Book of Mormon." His portrayal of Brother Mouzone in HBO's "The Wire" showcased his depth. Potts' talent spans television ("True Detective," "The Good Fight") and film ("The Promised Land"), embodying diverse characters with magnetic authenticity. With each role, he leaves an indelible mark, captivating audiences with his nuanced portrayals and solidifying his place as a revered actor in the industry.
Acting credits 14 titles
Nemesis
as James Sealey
Series
2026–
7.8
Out of Order
as Jerry
Film
2025
10.0
Highest 2 Lowest
as Patrick Bethea
Film
2025
5.5
The Piano Lesson
as Wining Boy
Film
2024
5.8
Rustin
as Cleve Robinson
Film
2023
6.5
Rounding
as Dr. Emil Harrison
Film
2022
4.9
Measure of Revenge
as Detective Eaton
Film
2022
4.7
Cicada
as Francis
Film
2021
5.8
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen
as Self
Film
2020
6.2
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
as Slow Drag
Film
2020
6.6
37
as Archibald Smith
Film
2016
4.8
Let Me Make You a Martyr
as Charon
Film
2016
5.1
Conspiracy Theory
as Justice Guard
Film
1997
6.6
Thomas Jefferson
as Isaac
Series
1997
7.5
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대표작
5.5
Film
Highest 2 Lowest
Patrick Bethea
2025
6.6
Film
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
Slow Drag
2020
6.6
Film
Conspiracy Theory
Justice Guard
1997
7.8
Series
Nemesis
James Sealey
2026–
5.8
Film
Cicada
Francis
2021
5.8
Film
The Piano Lesson
Wining Boy
2024
6.5
Film
Rustin
Cleve Robinson
2023
7.5
Series
Thomas Jefferson
Isaac
1997
5.1
Film
Let Me Make You a Martyr
Charon
2016
10.0
Film
Out of Order
Jerry
2025
4.7
Film
Measure of Revenge
Detective Eaton
2022
4.8
Film
37
Archibald Smith
2016
6.2
Film
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen
Self
2020
4.9
Film
Rounding
Dr. Emil Harrison
2022