André Jacobs
Known for Acting · 52 credits
- Born
- 1954-03-31 (age 72)
- Place of birth
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Also known as
- Andre Jacobs
Biography
Andre Jacobs is a South African actor known for his versatile and captivating performances on both stage and screen.
After great success in South African theatre, film and television he broke into the international market with a splash. His credits include such high profile productions as 'Black Sails', 'Warrior', 'The Mauritanian' and 'Hammerskjold' most recently. Without losing sight of his roots, he continues to be a force in the South African television and film market, lending his gravitas to productions such as 'Juffrou X', and Die Byl.
Throughout his career, Jacobs has received critical acclaim for his performances. He has been nominated for numerous awards, including a Fleur Du Cap Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role. Jacobs remains one of South Africa's most talented actors, able to captivate audiences with his powerful performances and commitment to his craft.
Known For
TV Shows (11)
Invasion
2021
as Dr. Robert G. Peterson
Black Sails
2014
as De Groot
Warrior
2019
as Merriweather
Summertide
2024
as Jack Field
Die Byl
2016
as Andre Wentzel / Pienaar Greeff
Een Keer Om Die Son
2024
as Chris Vos
Professionals
2020
as Reginald 'Reggie' Swann
No One Saw Us Leave
2025
as Self - Shabban Meyer
Abraham Lincoln
2022
as Gideon Welles
Plan B
2024
as Zeev Lansky
Juffrou X
2024
as Tinus Kriel
Movies (41)
How to Make a Killing
2026
as Judge
Breathe
2017
as Governor
Spell
2020
as Wyman Thatcher
The Mauritanian
2021
as Judge Robertson
Invictus
2009
as T.V. Announcer
Inside Man: Most Wanted
2019
as Sergeant Sam Abrams
The Poseidon Adventure
2005
as Gravanese
Mektoub, My Love: Canto Due
2025
as Jack Patterson
Black Venus
2010
as Hendrick Caezar
Goodbye Bafana
2007
as Brigadier Morkel
Platoon Leader
1988
as Captain Davies
In My Country
2004
as Judge
Treasure Guards
2011
as Teddy
Hammarskjöld: Fight for Peace
2023
as Radcliff
Second Skin
2000
as Harvey
Curse III: Blood Sacrifice
1991
as Geoff Armstrong
The One That Got Away
1996
as Navigator
Bush Pilots Do Not Kiss
2011
as Donald van Dein
Mandela and de Klerk
1997
as Niels Barnard
Spud 3: Learning to Fly
2014
as New Glock
The Red Phone: Manhunt
2001
as Sgt. Winslow
The Bone Snatcher
2003
as Dr. Muller
Pirates of the Plain
1999
as Thurston
Indemnity
2022
as General Alan Shard
Citizen Verdict
2003
as Jack Hamilton
The Visual Bible: Acts
1994
as John
Demon Keeper
1994
as Chris Gregory (as André Jacobs)
Hansie
2008
as Dr. Ali Bacher
Forever
2016
Natalee Holloway
2009
as Detective Roemer
Curse of the Crystal Eye
1991
as Frenchie (as André Jacobs)
Wild Maneuvres
1985
as Prester John
The Night of the 19th
1991
as Herman Stassen
The Carpenter
2024
as Amos
Return to Justice
1990
as Sgt. Garcia
Prey for the Hunter
1993
as Bob Jenkins
Felix
2013
as Mr. Murray
Paradise Road
1988
Pursuit
1991
as Bob Matthews (as André Jacobs)
Van der Merwe PI
1985
as Santino
The Lost City
1997
as Morgan
About André Jacobs
Andre Jacobs is a South African actor known for his versatile and captivating performances on both stage and screen. After great success in South African theatre, film and television he broke into the international market with a splash. His credits include such high profile productions as 'Black Sails', 'Warrior', 'The Mauritanian' and 'Hammerskjold' most recently. Without losing sight of his roots, he continues to be a force in the South African television and film market, lending his gravitas to productions such as 'Juffrou X', and Die Byl.… With 52 credits spanning from 1985 to 2026, André Jacobs has appeared in 41 films and 11 TV shows.
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Most Popular André Jacobs Movies
- How to Make a Killing (2026) — as Judge
- Breathe (2017) — as Governor
- Spell (2020) — as Wyman Thatcher
- The Mauritanian (2021) — as Judge Robertson
- Invictus (2009) — as T.V. Announcer
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