Ali Abbasi - Actor Profile

Ali Abbasi

Directing
Updated: Apr 16, 2026
1Total Films
0.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 1, 1981
Birth Place: Tehran, Iran

About Ali Abbasi

Ali Abbasi (Persian: علی عباسی, born 1981) is an Iranian-Swedish-Danish filmmaker. He is known for his films "Shelley" (2016), "Border" (2018), "Holy Spider" (2022), and "The Apprentice" (2024). Abbasi also directed the last two episodes of the first season of the series "The Last of Us"". He has received various accolades, including an Un Certain Regard award, four Robert Awards, and a German Film Award, nominations for seven European Film Awards, a Goya Award, and two Guldbagge Awards. Abbasi attended Tehran Polytechnic until 2002, when he emigrated to Sweden to study architecture at the KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm. After earning his bachelor of arts in 2007, he enrolled at the National Film School of Denmark, earning a degree in 2011 with the short film "M for Markus".

Ali Abbasi Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Ali Abbasi reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 1 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Ali Abbasi's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Ali Abbasi's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Home: A Soldier's Mind Is Always at War, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Ali Abbasi Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ali Abbasi's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Ali Abbasi has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 Home: A Soldier's Mind Is Always at War - Flop Similar →

Ali Abbasi - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ali Abbasi?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ali Abbasi is "Home: A Soldier's Mind Is Always at War" with a rating of 0.0/10.

How many movies has Ali Abbasi acted in?

Ali Abbasi has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.

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