Michael Obiora

Michael Obiora

39 · Born: Oct 8, 1986

2024
2018
2006

Personal Details

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BornOct 8, 1986 Camden, London, England, UK

Biography

Michael Obiora, a multi-talented individual, has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry as an actor, writer, producer, and director. His journey began as a child actor in the popular British television series Grange Hill, a feat that is rare for child actors to make a successful transition into adult roles.

Obiora's impressive resume boasts leading stage and television roles in various shows, including My Family, Sea of Souls, Misfits, Afterlife, and Hotel Babylon, where he played the iconic character Ben Trueman. He has also made notable appearances in Casualty, Fortitude, Luther, Tomb Raider, Doctor Who: Blink, the television series remake of Guy Ritchie's Snatch, and the prequel series to Jonathan Glazer's classic crime movie Sexy Beast.

In addition to his acting career, Michael Obiora has ventured into directing, making his debut with the award-winning film Soaperstar, which was selected for screening at the prestigious Pan African Film Festival, an Academy Award qualifying event.

Furthermore, Obiora has expanded his creative horizons by publishing two novels, Black Shoes in 2009 and Vivian's Couch in 2014, demonstrating his versatility and dedication to his craft.

Career

2025
Out There
Out There as Scott Foley
2023
Joyeux Noel
Joyeux Noel as Brian Darnell
2018
Tomb Raider
Tomb Raider as Baxter
Robozuna
Robozuna as Chike
2015
Fortitude
Fortitude as Max Cordero
Luther
Luther as Errol Minty
2009
Misfits
Misfits as Pete
Hotel Babylon
Hotel Babylon as Benjamin "Ben" Trueman
2005
Bombshell
Bombshell as Gunner Jackson Clark
2004
2002
Grange Hill
Grange Hill as Max Abassi