Chris Obi - Actor Profile

Chris Obi

Acting
Updated: Apr 13, 2026
8Total Films
6.1 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 24, 1970
Birth Place: London, United Kingdom

About Chris Obi

Christopher Obi Ogugua) (born September 24, 1970) is an English actor and filmmaker who trained at Drama Centre London and graduated in 2001. He has done a season at the Royal Shakespeare Company where he was directed by Sir Antony Sher in the four-hander, Breakfast with Mugabe and a season at the Globe Theatre in 2007. He is best known for playing Mr. Jacquel/Anubis on American Gods and Klingon captain T’Kuvma in Star Trek: Discovery. Other television roles include Trial & Retribution, Doctor Who, Roots, 3Below: Tales of Arcadia, and Strike Back Revolution. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Known For: Acting

Chris Obi Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Chris Obi reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 8 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Chris Obi's work falls within the Sci-Fi genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Chris Obi'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 Ghost in the Shell, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Chris Obi Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Chris Obi's career based on audience ratings.

★6.1
Ghost in the Shell (2017) movie poster
★6.1

Ghost in the Shell: In the near future, Major is the first of her kind: a human saved from a terrible crash, then cyber-enhanced to be a per

Ghost in the Shell

2017•Sci-Fi
★6.1
Burke & Hare (2010) movie poster
★6.1

Burke & Hare: Two 19th-century opportunists become serial killers so that they can maintain their profitable business supplying cadave

Burke & Hare

2010•Comedy
★6.0
Snow White and the Huntsman (2012) movie poster
★6.0

Snow White and the Huntsman: After the Evil Queen marries the King, she performs a violent coup in which the King is murdered and his daughter, Snow

Snow White and the Huntsman

2012•Adventure
★5.5
The Calcium Kid (2004) movie poster
★5.5

The Calcium Kid: When milkman Jimmy Connelly accidentally puts Britain's contender for the World title out of action, he is propelled fro

The Calcium Kid

2004•Comedy
★5.3
The Counselor (2013) movie poster
★5.3

The Counselor: A lawyer finds himself in far over his head when he attempts to get involved in drug trafficking.

The Counselor

2013•Thriller

Full Filmography

Every movie Chris Obi has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Watch the Skies Lieutenant Donegal Flop Similar →
2017 Ghost in the Shell Ambassador Average Similar →
2016 The Call Up The Sergeant Flop Similar →
2013 The Counselor Malkina's Bodyguard Flop Similar →
2012 Snow White and the Huntsman Mirror Man Average Similar →
2010 Burke & Hare John Martin Average Similar →
2005 Animal DJ Flop Similar →
2004 The Calcium Kid Pressman Average Similar →

Chris Obi - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Chris Obi?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Chris Obi is "Ghost in the Shell" with a rating of 6.1/10.

How many movies has Chris Obi acted in?

Chris Obi has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Chris Obi?

Other notable films include "Burke & Hare", "Snow White and the Huntsman", and "The Calcium Kid".

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