Michael Potts
Acting
1962-09-21 · Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Michael Potts (born September 21, 1962) is an American actor known for his captivating performances across stage and screen. A Juilliard alum, he soared in Broadway, earning acclaim for "The Book of Mormon." His portrayal of Brother Mouzone in HBO's "The Wire" showcased his depth. Potts' talent spans television ("True Detective," "The Good Fight") and film ("The Promised Land"), embodying diverse characters with magnetic authenticity. With each role, he leaves an indelible mark, captivating audiences with his nuanced portrayals and solidifying his place as a revered actor in the industry.
Filmography
Nemesis
2026 · Series
Best Medicine
2026 · Series
Out of Order
2025 · Movie
Highest 2 Lowest
2025 · Movie
The Piano Lesson: Legacy and a Vision
2024 · Movie
The Piano Lesson
2024 · Movie
Rustin
2023 · Movie
The Irrational
2023 · Series
Shakespeare in the Park: Richard III
2023 · Movie
East New York
2022 · Series
Rounding
2022 · Movie
The First Lady
2022 · Series
Measure of Revenge
2022 · Movie
Cicada
2021 · Movie
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen
2020 · Movie
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
2020 · Movie
Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector
2020 · Series
Prodigal Son
2019 · Series
Here and Now
2018 · Movie
God Friended Me
2018 · Series
FBI
2018 · Series
Taken
2017 · Series
The Good Fight
2017 · Series
37
2016 · Movie
Bull
2016 · Series
Let Me Make You a Martyr
2016 · Movie
BrainDead
2016 · Series
Allegiance
2015 · Series
Gotham
2014 · Series
Madam Secretary
2014 · Series
True Detective
2014 · Series
The Blacklist
2013 · Series
Elementary
2012 · Series
Person of Interest
2011 · Series
Blue Bloods
2010 · Series
White Collar
2009 · Series
Nurse Jackie
2009 · Series
Damages
2007 · Series
Flight of the Conchords
2007 · Series
The Wire
2002 · Series
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
1999 · Series
The Peacemaker
1997 · Movie
Conspiracy Theory
1997 · Movie
Thomas Jefferson
1997 · Series
Hackers
1995 · Movie
Law & Order
1990 · Series