



Lennie James
Acting1965Nottingham, England, UK

Biography
Lennie James (born October 11, 1965) is an English actor and playwright known for his compelling performances across film, television, and theatre. Born in Nottingham, England, James has showcased his acting talent in diverse roles. He gained recognition for his performances in television series such as "Line of Duty" and "The Walking Dead," where his nuanced and intense portrayals stood out. James is also a prolific playwright, contributing to the stage with his writing skills. His ability to embody complex characters with depth and authenticity has earned him critical acclaim, establishing him as a respected and versatile figure in the entertainment industry.
Known For
Acting History
2025
Mayor of Kingstown
TVas Frank Moses• 10 eps
2024
The End
as Doctor
Mufasa: The Lion King
as Obasi (voice)
Genius
TVas Martin Luther King Sr.• 5 eps
Mr Loverman
TVas Barrington Walker
Mr Loverman
TVExecutive Producer
2023
Archer
TVas Ibadan Peters (voice)• 1 eps
2022
2021
Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway
as Barnabas (voice)
Invincible
TVas Darkwing (voice)• 1 eps
2020
The Talk
as Self
2018
The Girl on the Roof
as Thief
Fear the Walking Dead
TVas Morgan Jones• 76 eps
Save Me
TVas Nelson "Nelly" Rowe• 12 eps
Save Me
TVWriter• 5 eps
Save Me
TVExecutive Producer• 6 eps
Save Me
TVCreator
2017
Blade Runner 2049
as Mister Cotton
Double Play
as Chamon
Heroes Manufactured
as Self (archive footage)
The Robot Chicken Walking Dead Special: Look Who's Walking
as Morgan Jones / Sir Fred Livingston III (voice)
2015
Critical
TVas Mr. Glen Boyle• 13 eps
Talking Dead
TVas Self• 1 eps
The Met: Policing London
TVas Self - Narrator (voice)
Fear the Walking Dead
TVDirector
2013
Low Winter Sun
TVas Joe Geddes• 10 eps
Run
TVas Richard
2012
Lockout
as Harry Shaw
Line of Duty
TVas Tony Gates• 5 eps
2011
2010
The Next Three Days
as Lieutenant Nabulsi
Human Target
TVas Baptiste• 3 eps
The Walking Dead
TVas Morgan Jones• 52 eps
2009
2008
Fallout
as DS Joe Stephens
2007
Outlaw
as Cedric Munroe
2006
Spooks
TVas David Newman• 1 eps
Jericho
TVas Robert Hawkins• 29 eps
The State Within
TVas Luke Gardner• 4 eps
2005
2004
Frances Tuesday
TVas Trent
2003
Buried
TVas Lee Kingley
2002
24 Hour Party People
as Alan
2001
The Martins
as PC Alex
Lucky Break
as Rudy
2000
Storm Damage
as Bonaface
The Miracle Maker
as Gaius Velius Quintilus (voice)
Snatch
as Sol
The Announcement
as Richard
Storm Damage
Writer
1999
1998
Les Misérables
as Enjolras
Lost in Space
as Jeb Walker
Among Giants
as Shovel
The Perfect Blue
as Danny
Undercover Heart
TVas Matt Lomas
1996
1995
Out of the Blue
TVas Bruce Hannaford• 12 eps
1994
Fathers, Sons and Unholy Ghosts
as Martin
A Touch of Frost
TVas DC Carl Tanner• 1 eps
1993
Comics
TVas Delroy Smith
1991
Civvies
TVas Cliff Morgan
1990
Chilling Out
as Lennie
1988
Between The Cracks
as Lennie
Between The Cracks
Writer







