Olisa Odele
ActingAbout Olisa Odele
Olisa Odele is an English actor. He played Yemi on all three series of Channel 4 coming-of-age comedy drama series Big Boys (2022-2025). As a child actor, he previously appeared in forty episodes of My Parents are Aliens (2004-2005). His early television appearances included forty episodes of My Parents are Aliens. He played Ola in Michaela Coel's series Chewing Gum on E4. He also appeared in It’s a Sin. In 2019, he appeared in BBC One comedy series Scarborough. He had a main role as Yemi in all three series of Jack Rooke created Channel 4 coming-of-age comedy drama series Big Boys, with his performance described as "regally characteristic". He played Peter in 2024 British comedy series Dead Hot which aired on Amazon Prime Video. He appeared on stage as Isom in the British National Theatre tour of comedy stage play The Hot Wing King in 2024. In February 2025, he could be seen in both series of Daisy May Cooper comedy drama series Am I Being Unreasonable? on BBC One.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Olisa Odele reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 4 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Olisa Odele's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Olisa Odele remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Surprised by Oxford, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Olisa Odele Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Olisa Odele's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Olisa Odele.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Lady | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | National Theatre Live: The Hot Wing King | Isom | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Surprised by Oxford | Fred | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Mumatar | Daniel | Flop | Similar → |
Olisa Odele - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Olisa Odele?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Olisa Odele is "Surprised by Oxford" with a rating of 6.1/10.
How many movies has Olisa Odele acted in?
Olisa Odele has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Olisa Odele?
Other notable films include "Mumatar", "National Theatre Live: The Hot Wing King", and "Lady".