David Oyelowo

Rise of the Planet of the ApesMovie · 2011 · 105 minA slow-building emotional bond gives way to thrilling, poignant uprising, blending heartbreak with awe.More like this

Jack ReacherMovie · 2012 · 130 minA taut, methodical thriller that follows a quiet, unstoppable investigator as he picks apart a conspiracy, delivering tense set pieces and a satisfying, old-school sense of justice.More like this

The Cloverfield ParadoxMovie · 2018 · 102 minA tense, claustrophobic space thriller with sudden shocks and a mounting sense of dread.More like this

The ButlerMovie · 2013 · 132 minA sweeping, emotionally charged journey through decades of racial struggle, seen through one man's quiet dignity and family conflict.More like this

Chaos WalkingMovie · 2021 · 109 minA noisy, fast-paced chase across a strange planet, with earnest heroes and a muddled but watchable dystopian adventure.More like this

Star Wars RebelsTV series · 2014–2018 · 4 seasonsA lively, heartfelt adventure that balances scrappy underdog fun with real stakes and a growing sense of family.More like this

The Last King of ScotlandMovie · 2006 · 123 minA tense, unsettling plunge into a charismatic dictator's orbit, watching naive fascination curdle into horror and complicity.More like this

SelmaMovie · 2014 · 128 minA solemn, stirring historical drama that immerses you in the tension and moral weight of a pivotal civil rights campaign.More like this

The Midnight SkyMovie · 2020 · 118 minA quiet, somber drift through loneliness and regret, beautiful and cold, asking for patience more than excitement.More like this

A Wrinkle in TimeMovie · 2018 · 109 minA visually dazzling but emotionally uneven journey that swings between wonder and heavy-handedness, often feeling more earnest than magical.More like this

A Most Violent YearMovie · 2014 · 125 minA slow-burn, wintry crime drama that simmers with quiet tension and moral weight, anchored by a restrained, powerful performance.More like this

See How They RunMovie · 2022 · 99 minA playful, witty whodunit that bustles through backstage glamour with charm, clever twists and a light comic spring in its step.More like this

Peter Rabbit 2: The RunawayMovie · 2021 · 93 minA bright, bouncy caper full of slapstick chases and cheeky animal mischief that keeps kids giggling and adults comfortably amused.More like this

GringoMovie · 2018 · 111 minA twisty, wry caper that keeps yanking its hapless hero between farce and danger, entertaining without ever quite landing.More like this

Red TailsMovie · 2012 · 125 minA rousing, old-fashioned war picture with soaring dogfights and earnest camaraderie, stirring rather than subtle.More like this

The PaperboyMovie · 2012 · 107 minA sweaty, sordid Southern gothic that feels like a fever dream of obsession and betrayal.More like this

Role PlayMovie · 2023 · 101 minA breezy, glossy spy caper that blends marital comedy with sudden bursts of violence, never taking itself too seriously.More like this

The Lion GuardTV series · 2015–2019 · 3 seasonsA bright, song-filled adventure that feels like a playful extension of a beloved animated world, easy for young viewers to follow.More like this

A United KingdomMovie · 2016 · 111 minA sweeping, heartfelt true story that balances romance and political struggle, leaving you moved and inspired by its quiet defiance.More like this

SpooksTV series · 2002–2011 · 10 seasonsA tense, twisty procedural that keeps you on edge with moral dilemmas and sudden shocks.More like this

Queen of KatweMovie · 2016 · 124 minA warm, inspiring underdog story that immerses you in a vibrant community and makes every small victory feel earned.More like this

A Sound of ThunderMovie · 2005 · 101 minIt is a frantic, high-stakes race against the catastrophic changes wrought by tampering with time.More like this

Don't Let GoMovie · 2019 · 107 minA tense, emotionally charged thriller that keeps you on edge as past and present collide, blending grief with urgency.More like this

Lawmen: Bass ReevesTV series · 2023 · 1 seasonA solemn, sun-scorched frontier drama that moves deliberately, carrying moral weight and quiet tension through dusty, hard-won encounters.More like this

Come AwayMovie · 2020 · 94 minA bittersweet, imaginative family drama that blends grief with whimsy, offering a gentle, visually rich escape.More like this

CaptiveMovie · 2015 · 97 minA tense, faith-driven hostage drama that builds toward redemption through quiet conversation and shared reading.More like this

The Water ManMovie · 2020 · 92 minA gentle, heartfelt adventure that blends childhood imagination with real-world grief, offering a warm and earnest journey through loss and connection.More like this

Les MisérablesTV series · 2018–2019 · 1 seasonA sweeping, sombre costume drama that weighs every kindness against a crushing sense of injustice.More like this

The Book of ClarenceMovie · 2024 · 129 minA bold, cheeky biblical romp that mixes laughs, streetwise swagger, and genuine spiritual awe in a lively, anachronistic brew.More like this

Star Wars Rebels: Spark of RebellionMovie · 2014 · 44 minA lively, good-hearted space adventure that moves fast, mixing scrappy heist thrills with a lonely kid finding a crew to belong to.More like this

Treasure IslandTV series · 2026 · 1 seasonA tense, sea-soaked voyage that tests a boy's innocence against greed and betrayal, with a serious, period-adventure atmosphere.More like this

As You Like ItMovie · 2006 · 127 minA lush, playful Shakespearean romance with witty banter and a magical forest setting, charming but requiring attention to its language.More like this

As Time Goes ByTV series · 1992–2005 · 10 seasonsA gentle, witty comfort watch about second chances, full of warm banter and mild misunderstandings.More like this

Star Wars Rebels: The Siege of LothalMovie · 2015 · 44 minA brisk, tense animated adventure that pits a scrappy crew against an overwhelming menace, with moments of warmth and hope.More like this

The Girl BeforeTV series · 2021 · 1 seasonA sleek, chilly psychological puzzle that keeps you uneasy, watching a beautiful house slowly tighten its grip on everyone inside.More like this

The Best ManMovie · 2005 · 96 minA breezy, silly romantic comedy full of awkward mishaps and scheming friends, easy to watch and forget.More like this

Five DaysTV series · 2007–2010 · 2 seasonsA slow, sobering procedural that follows an investigation across months, quietly tightening its grip as ordinary lives unravel.More like this

Government CheeseTV series · 2025 · 1 seasonA warm, offbeat family reunion story that balances humor and heart with a touch of surreal chaos.More like this

Glenn Martin, DDSTV series · 2009–2011 · 2 seasonsA silly, gag-filled road trip with a quirky family, easy to dip in and out of without much thought.More like this

Five Nights in MaineMovie · 2016 · 82 minA quiet, heavy chamber piece about two grieving strangers circling each other in a cold house, rewarding patience with raw emotional honesty.More like this

A Raisin in the SunMovie · 2008 · 131 minA slow, dialogue-driven family drama that feels like a stage play, with raw emotional confrontations and a poignant look at dreams deferred.More like this

Small IslandTV series · 2009 · 1 seasonA sweeping, emotionally rich period drama that interweaves lives across two islands, balancing hope and hardship with quiet dignity.More like this

The PassionTV series · 2008 · 1 seasonA solemn, politically charged retelling that feels grounded and intimate, with a slow build toward inevitable tragedy.More like this

Earth's Great RiversTV series · 2019 · 1 seasonA calm, visually sweeping nature documentary that drifts along vast waterways, offering wonder and quiet education rather than drama.More like this

NewbornMovie · 2026 · 102 minA slow, unsettling plunge into a fractured mind, where reality and hallucination blur, leaving you tense and disoriented.More like this

The Tiger Who Came to TeaShort film · 2022 · 24 minA gentle, cosy animated treat that turns a rainy afternoon into a small, whimsical adventure for very young viewers.More like this

MayoTV series · 2006 · 1 seasonA gentle, witty detective series that balances cozy mystery with light family drama and flirtatious banter.More like this

Earth's Great Rivers IITV series · 2022 · 1 seasonCalm, majestic travel through vast wild landscapes, offering quiet wonder and a soothing, unhurried look at the natural world.More like this

Black Hollywood: 'They've Gotta Have Us'TV series · 2018 · 1 seasonAn earnest, talking-heads documentary that feels like a thoughtful conversation about representation, history and the fight for visibility.More like this

9 KissesShort film · 2014 · 9 minA breezy, playful string of tiny staged encounters that flit by like a charming experiment, more curious than moving.More like this

Maisie RaineTV series · 1998–1999 · 2 seasonsA grounded, character-led police drama where a stubborn detective bends rules and gets personally tangled in each case.More like this

ClarissaMovie · 2026 · 135 minA quiet, layered day-in-the-life that drifts between memory and present, asking you to sit with unresolved feelings and societal fractures.More like this

Blood And OilTV series · 2010 · 1 seasonA tense, serious hostage drama that keeps you leaning in, more about negotiation and moral pressure than action.More like this

The Girl with the Dragon TattooTV series · 1 seasonA cold, methodical plunge into buried family secrets that keeps you uneasy and leaning in.More like this

David Oyelowo

Acting 54

Directing 1