Marcus Samuelsson - Actor Profile

Marcus Samuelsson

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
6Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 25, 1971
Birth Place: Ethiopia

About Marcus Samuelsson

Marcus Samuelsson (born Kassahun Tsegie) is an Ethiopian Swedish chef and restaurateur, based in Harlem, New York City. Samuelsson is known for the television series No Passport Required that premiered on PBS in 2018. The series highlights and celebrates immigrant cultures and foods found in the United States. Samuelsson is both the host and executive producer of the series.

Known For: Acting

Marcus Samuelsson Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Marcus Samuelsson reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 6 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 17% of Marcus Samuelsson'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 Scooby-Doo! and the Gourmet Ghost, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Marcus Samuelsson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Marcus Samuelsson's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0
Scooby-Doo! and the Gourmet Ghost (2018) movie poster
★8.0

Scooby-Doo! and the Gourmet Ghost: The Scooby gang visits a culinary resort run by Fred's uncle, Bobby Flay. While enjoying the sights, a ghost attacks the

Scooby-Doo! and the Gourmet Ghost

2018•Animation
★6.2
Julia (2021) movie poster
★6.2

Julia: Using never-before-seen archival footage, personal photos, first-person narratives, and cutting-edge, mouth-watering foo

Julia

2021•Documentary
★0.0
Restaurant Hustle 2020: All On The Line (2020) movie poster
★0.0

Restaurant Hustle 2020: All On The Line: Like many businesses, the restaurant industry has been hard hit by COVID-19. This timely film, directed and executive pr

Restaurant Hustle 2020: All On The Line

2020•Documentary
★0.0
Unflinching Triumph: The Philip Rockhammer Story (2007) movie poster
★0.0

Unflinching Triumph: The Philip Rockhammer Story: Philip Rockhammer is an ordinary guy from Sacramento, California. He doesn't look or talk like an athlete but make no mi

Unflinching Triumph: The Philip Rockhammer Story

2007•Documentary
★0.0
Man in the Field: The Life and Art of Jim Denevan (2021) movie poster
★0.0

Man in the Field: The Life and Art of Jim Denevan: In this graceful study of the balance between solitude and community, artist and chef Jim Denevan roams across the US, t

Man in the Field: The Life and Art of Jim Denevan

2021•Documentary

Full Filmography

Every movie Marcus Samuelsson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2021 Julia Self Average Similar →
2021 Man in the Field: The Life and Art of Jim Denevan Self Flop Similar →
2020 Restaurant Hustle 2020: All On The Line - Flop Similar →
2020 Julia Child: Best Bites Self Flop Similar →
2018 Scooby-Doo! and the Gourmet Ghost Marcus Samuelsson (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2007 Unflinching Triumph: The Philip Rockhammer Story Rorrie Rodgers Flop Similar →

Marcus Samuelsson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Marcus Samuelsson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Marcus Samuelsson is "Scooby-Doo! and the Gourmet Ghost" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Marcus Samuelsson acted in?

Marcus Samuelsson has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Marcus Samuelsson?

Other notable films include "Julia", "Restaurant Hustle 2020: All On The Line", and "Unflinching Triumph: The Philip Rockhammer Story".

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