Shaun Toub
ActingAbout Shaun Toub
Shaun Toub is an Iranian-American film and television actor. He is perhaps best known for his role as Farhad in the 2004 movie Crash, as Rahim Khan in the movie The Kite Runner, and as Yinsen in the film adaptation of the Iron Man comic book series. Toub, who is of Persian Jewish background, was born in Tehran, Iran and raised in Manchester, England (his family left Iran before the 1979 revolution). At the age of fourteen, he moved to Switzerland and after a two year stay, he crossed the Atlantic to Nashua, New Hampshire to finish his last year of high school. His high school yearbook notes: "The funniest guy in school and the most likely to succeed in the entertainment world." After two years of college in Massachusetts, Shaun transferred to USC. Shaun is active in the Iranian Jewish community. Through various charity events and public speaking engagements, he inspires the community to embrace the arts, as the arts enhance everyday life. He has been a recipient of the Sephard award at the Los Angeles Sephardic Film Festival. Toub currently resides in Los Angeles.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Shaun Toub reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 26 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Shaun Toub'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 46% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Shaun Toub remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Maryam, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Shaun Toub Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Shaun Toub's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shaun Toub.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Ghosts of War | Mr. Helwig | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Forgive Me | Davood | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | War Dogs | Marlboro | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Papa Hemingway in Cuba | Evan Shipman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Unity | Narrator (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Stretch | Nasseem | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Iron Man 3 | Ho Yinsen | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Setup | Roth | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Last Airbender | Uncle Iroh | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Iron Man | Yinsen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Charlie Wilson's War | Hassan (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Kite Runner | Rahim Kahn | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Nativity Story | Joachim | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Crash | Farhad | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Land of Plenty | Hassan | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Live from Baghdad | Sadoun Al-Jenabi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Maryam | Dr. Darius Armin | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | D.R.E.A.M. Team | Prince Ali Saleed | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Stigmata | Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Steel Sharks | Capt. Reza Lashgar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Suddenly | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Executive Decision | Terrorist | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Broken Arrow | Max | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Bad Boys | Store Clerk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Hot Shots! Part Deux | Sleeping Guard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Out of Time | Speechmaker | Average | Similar → |
Shaun Toub - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Shaun Toub?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shaun Toub is "Maryam" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Shaun Toub acted in?
Shaun Toub has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Shaun Toub?
Other notable films include "Iron Man", "Unity", and "The Kite Runner".