Omar Elba
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Omar Elba (Arabic: عمر علبة) formerly Alexander Black; (born September 19, 1983) is an Egyptian-born American actor, best known for co-starring alongside Tom Hanks in the 2016 movie, A Hologram for the King. He also had a recurring role as Mark Green in the Limetown television series. Elba also starred in Tim (credited as Alexander Black), a 2016 short film about the Ego, Id and Superego. From 2016 until 2018, Elba went by the name Alexander Black to "avoid being typecast in an industry which was stereotyping ethnic actors." This led to at least one film critic believing that an American white actor had been cast for the role of "Yousef", the local Arab driver in A Hologram for the King. Description above from the Wikipedia article Omar Elba, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Omar Elba Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Omar Elba reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 4 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Omar Elba's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 25% of Omar Elba'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 The Muslims Are Coming!, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Omar Elba Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Omar Elba's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Omar Elba has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Berlin, I Love You | Selim | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | A Hologram for the King | Yousef | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Muslims Are Coming! | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Legally Brown | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Omar Elba - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Omar Elba?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Omar Elba is "The Muslims Are Coming!" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Omar Elba acted in?
Omar Elba has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Omar Elba?
Other notable films include "A Hologram for the King", "Berlin, I Love You", and "Legally Brown".