Michael Potts
Known for Acting · 46 credits
- Born
- 1962-09-21 (age 63)
- Place of birth
- Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
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.
Known For
TV Shows (29)
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
1999
as Cole Draper
Law & Order
1990
as Reggie Dobbs / Lester Wilkes / Malcolm Young / Kenneth Lowell
The Blacklist
2013
as Iniko
Blue Bloods
2010
as Thorton Mead
FBI
2018
as Agent Bruce Ellis
Person of Interest
2011
as Travers
Elementary
2012
as Doctor Peter Hanson
Gotham
2014
as Sid Bunderslaw
True Detective
2014
as Maynard Gilbough
The Wire
2002
as Brother Mouzone
White Collar
2009
as David
Nemesis
2026
as James Sealey
The Good Fight
2017
as Bill Goate
Bull
2016
as Judge Nolan
Madam Secretary
2014
as Senator Fred Reynolds
Damages
2007
as Horatio Emanuel
Taken
2017
as Hanson
Nurse Jackie
2009
as Mediator
Prodigal Son
2019
as Dr. Brandon Marsh
The Irrational
2023
as Nnamdi Adesina
God Friended Me
2018
as King Omari
Flight of the Conchords
2007
as Nigel Saladu
East New York
2022
as Goody Gaines
Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector
2020
as Dr. Arthur Wasden
BrainDead
2016
as Dr. Daudier
The First Lady
2022
as Fraser Robinson
Allegiance
2015
Best Medicine
2026
as Gilbert Carlisle
Thomas Jefferson
1997
as Isaac
Movies (17)
Highest 2 Lowest
2025
as Patrick Bethea
Hackers
1995
as Tow Truck Driver
The Peacemaker
1997
as DOE Haz-mat Tech #1
Conspiracy Theory
1997
as Justice Guard
The Piano Lesson
2024
as Wining Boy
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
2020
as Slow Drag
Rustin
2023
as Cleve Robinson
Here and Now
2018
as Ray
37
2016
as Archibald Smith
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen
2020
as Self
Cicada
2021
as Francis
The Piano Lesson: Legacy and a Vision
2024
as Self
Measure of Revenge
2022
as Detective Eaton
Shakespeare in the Park: Richard III
2023
as Lord Stanley
Let Me Make You a Martyr
2016
as Charon
Out of Order
2025
as Jerry
Rounding
2022
as Dr. Emil Harrison
About Michael Potts
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… With 46 credits spanning from 1990 to 2026, Michael Potts has appeared in 17 films and 29 TV shows.
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Most Popular Michael Potts Movies
- Highest 2 Lowest (2025) — as Patrick Bethea
- Hackers (1995) — as Tow Truck Driver
- The Peacemaker (1997) — as DOE Haz-mat Tech #1
- Conspiracy Theory (1997) — as Justice Guard
- The Piano Lesson (2024) — as Wining Boy
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