
Adam El Sharkawy
ActingAbout Adam El Sharkawy
Adam El Sharkawy was born on July 23, 1994 in the Republic of Egypt to Egyptian parents, and his real name is Mahmoud Khaled El Sharkawy. He grew up in a middle-class family, whose origins go back to Kafr El-Sheikh Governorate. His father Khaled is a doctor in criminal law. Adam's family consists of three brothers, and he is the middle one among them. As a child, Adam left Egypt with his parents for California, United States. He was named Adam at John Robert School of Acting where he was studying when he was ten years old. At age 18, he decided to shorten his last name to "Adam Elshar". After his graduation, Adam started joining various acting workshops, including the famous acting coach Lauren Patrice Nadler's workshop. In 2018, Adam decided to take a serious step in the world of acting, and his first participation was in a short independent film. He gained recognition for his role as Ziad or Big Zee in the Egyptian TV series Newton's Cradle (2021).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Adam El Sharkawy reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Adam El Sharkawy's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 22% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Adam El Sharkawy remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in 5 Rounds, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Adam El Sharkawy Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Adam El Sharkawy's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Adam El Sharkawy.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Stone Cold Fox | Dylan | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Fireworks | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | 5 Rounds | فارس نصار | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Emily the Criminal | Young Guy at House | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | 86 Melrose Avenue | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Cuck | Reza | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Alone Together | Elliot | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Clown | Austin | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Low Low | - | Flop | Similar → |
Adam El Sharkawy - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Adam El Sharkawy?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Adam El Sharkawy is "5 Rounds" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Adam El Sharkawy acted in?
Adam El Sharkawy has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Adam El Sharkawy?
Other notable films include "Emily the Criminal", "86 Melrose Avenue", and "Stone Cold Fox".




