Person profile

David Oyelowo

58%MixedWoke score · lower is better70% personal • 41% work

Published titles: 15
Crew roles: 6
Cast roles: 15
Profile updated: August 20, 2026
TMDB person ID: 35013

Creator Context

Summary

British-Nigerian actor and producer known for civil rights stories like Selma and Lawmen: Bass Reeves; frequently comments on race, diversity, and industry bias in Hollywood.

Known Work

Published titles

The Book of Clarence
2024
as John the Baptist
92%
Lawmen: Bass Reeves
2023
Producer · 8 ep. (TMDB)as Bass Reeves
16%