Essam Ferris is a multilingual actor renowned for his captivating on-screen presence and diverse cultural background. Born in Alexandria, Egypt, he relocated to the United States at a young age, taking on various jobs to support his dream of moving to Hollywood and pursuing a career in acting.
His journey was not without its challenges, as he also spent three years serving in the military with the Special Forces, an experience that profoundly shaped his perspective and depth as a performer. This unique blend of skills and experiences has allowed him to bring a level of authenticity to his roles that is unmatched by many of his peers.
Essam's most notable role to date is his portrayal of Mubarak opposite Jared Leto in the Apple TV+ limited series WeCrashed (2022),where he brought a sense of grounded realism to a high-stakes story of ambition and downfall.
In addition to his work on WeCrashed, Essam has also made notable guest appearances on several popular television shows, including NCIS: New Orleans, SEAL Team, Law & Order: SVU, MacGyver, S.W.A.T., and The Rookie: Feds. His screen career began with a co-starring role on NBC's Community as Captain Cook.
Essam has also starred as the Supreme Leader, the lead villain, in the Netflix action trilogy Rogue Warfare (2018-2020). His film work includes The Prey: Legend of Karnoctus, American Terrorist, and Islamophobia.
As a fluent Arabic speaker and conversational in Spanish and German, Essam brings a global sensibility and emotional truth to every role he takes on. His unique blend of cultural background, military experience, and linguistic abilities has allowed him to bring a level of authenticity to his performances that is unmatched by many of his peers.
