
Nicholas Kadi
ActingAbout Nicholas Kadi
Nicholas Kadi (born Nameer El-Kadi; September 22, 1952) is a Turkish-born Iraqi American actor. Kadi was born in Istanbul, Turkey of Iraqi descent. His father, Nizar el Kadi, was an Iraqi ambassador. Kadi has appeared in numerous television sitcoms and series, such as JAG, Sleeper Cell, Alias, 24, ER, The Young and the Restless and The Wayans Bros. He is fluent in Arabic and French. According to commentary by Rae Dawn Chong and Ron Perlman on La Guerre du Feu (1981) DVD, Kadi met his wife on the set of the film (she was an on-set nurse in Scotland) and Ron is the godfather to their daughter. He is twin brother of Naseer El-Kadi. Description above from the Wikipedia article Nicholas Kadi, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Nicholas Kadi Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Nicholas Kadi reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 9 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Nicholas Kadi's work falls within the History genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 22% of Nicholas Kadi'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 Great Women Of Islam, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Nicholas Kadi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nicholas Kadi's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Nicholas Kadi has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Down the Road | Detective Marc | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Soldier of God | Omar | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Muhammad: The Last Prophet | Abu Sufyan ibn Harb (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Great Women Of Islam | Abu Sufyian(voice)(as Nick Kadi) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Congo | Gorilla | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Navy Seals | Ben Shaheed | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Popeye Doyle | Auram Bardas / The Weasel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Quest for Fire | Gaw | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | À propos de 'La guerre du feu' | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Nicholas Kadi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Nicholas Kadi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nicholas Kadi is "Great Women Of Islam" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Nicholas Kadi acted in?
Nicholas Kadi has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Nicholas Kadi?
Other notable films include "Quest for Fire", "Muhammad: The Last Prophet", and "Congo".




