Michael Potts
Born: 1962-09-21 in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Known For: Acting
Biography
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
2025
- Highest 2 Lowest as Patrick Bethea
- Out of Order as Jerry
2024
- The Piano Lesson as Wining Boy
- The Piano Lesson: Legacy and a Vision as Self
2023
- The Irrational as Nnamdi Adesina
- Rustin as Cleve Robinson
- Shakespeare in the Park: Richard III as Lord Stanley
2022
- Rounding as Dr. Emil Harrison
- East New York as Goody Gaines
- The First Lady as Fraser Robinson
- Measure of Revenge as Detective Eaton
2021
- Cicada as Francis
2020
- Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector as Dr. Arthur Wasden
- Ma Rainey's Black Bottom as Slow Drag
- Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen as Self
2019
- Prodigal Son as Dr. Brandon Marsh
2018
- FBI as Agent Bruce Ellis
- God Friended Me as King Omari
- Here and Now as Ray
2017
- The Good Fight as Bill Goate
- Taken as Hanson
2016
- Bull as Judge Nolan
- BrainDead as Dr. Daudier
- Let Me Make You a Martyr as Charon
- 37 as Archibald Smith
2015
2014
- True Detective as Maynard Gilbough
- Gotham as Sid Bunderslaw
- Madam Secretary as Senator Fred Reynolds
- True Detective: Season One as Maynard Gilbough
2013
- The Blacklist as Iniko
2012
- Elementary as Doctor Peter Hanson
2011
- Person of Interest as Travers
2010
- Blue Bloods as Thorton Mead
2009
- White Collar as David
2007
- Flight of the Conchords as Nigel Saladu
2002
- The Wire as Brother Mouzone
1999
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit as Cole Draper
1997
- The Peacemaker as DOE Haz-mat Tech #1
- Conspiracy Theory as Justice Guard
- Thomas Jefferson
1995
- Hackers as Tow Truck Driver
1990
- Law & Order as Reggie Dobbs