Biography
Michael Potts, born January 26, 1962, in Brooklyn, NY, is a versatile 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.
Filmography
all 44
TV Shows 25
Movies 19
self 2
Patrick Bethea
Highest 2 Lowest (2025)
Movie
Wining Boy
The Piano Lesson (2024)
Movie
Cleve Robinson
Rustin (2023)
Movie
Nnamdi Adesina
The Irrational (2023)
TV
Lord Stanley
Shakespeare in the Park: Richard III (2023)
Movie
Goody Gaines
East New York (2022)
TV
Dr. Emil Harrison
Rounding (2022)
Movie
Fraser Robinson
The First Lady (2022)
TV
Detective Eaton
Measure of Revenge (2022)
Movie
Francis
Cicada (2021)
Movie
Slow Drag
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom (2020)
Movie
7
Dr. Arthur Wasden
Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector (2020)
TV
Dr. Brandon Marsh
Prodigal Son (2019)
TV
5
Professor Hoffman
Change in the Air (2018)
Movie
King Omari
God Friended Me (2018)
TV
6.27
Agent Bruce Ellis
FBI (2018)
TV
6.36
Hanson
Taken (2017)
TV
5.87
Bill Goate
The Good Fight (2017)
TV
4.33
Archibald Smith
37 (2016)
Movie
Judge Nolan
Bull (2016)
TV
5.64
Dr. Daudier
BrainDead (2016)
TV
5.29
Sid Bunderslaw
Gotham (2014)
TV
6.3
Maynard Gilbough
True Detective (2014)
TV
6.31
Andy
Mom (2013)
Movie
Doctor Peter Hanson
Elementary (2012)
TV
6.71
Thorton Mead
Blue Bloods (2010)
TV
6.64
Nigel Saladu
Flight of the Conchords (2007)
TV
7
Brother Mouzone
The Wire (2002)
TV
6.84
Cole Draper
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999)
TV
6.66
DOE Haz-mat Tech #1
The Peacemaker (1997)
Movie
6
Justice Guard
Conspiracy Theory (1997)
Movie
3.5
Tow Truck Driver
Hackers (1995)
Movie
5.67
Malcolm Young / Lester Wilkes / Reggie Dobbs / Kenneth Lowell
Law & Order (1990)
TV
4.88
Jerry
Out of Order!
Movie
James Sealey
Nemesis
TV
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Known For
Acting
Gender
Male
Birthday
1962-09-21 (62 years old)
Birth Place
Brooklyn, United States
Citizenships
United States
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