Chris Obi
The basics
Quick facts
Gender:
Male
The details
Biography
Introduction
Chris Obi is a British actor who plays Mr. Jacquel/Anubis on American Gods and will play Klingon captain T’Kuvma in the upcoming Star Trek: Discovery series.
Early life
Obi's father is Igbo. He studied at Drama Centre London and later trained students at Actor in Session, where he serves as Artistic Director.
Career
Obi's professional theater debut was as a Messenger in Edward Hall's production of Macbeth in 2002 in the West End. He plays Mr. Jacquel/Anubis on American Gods. Obi will play the Klingon captain T’Kuvma in the upcoming Star Trek: Discovery series.
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Anita & Me | Minister | |
| 2012 | Snow White and the Huntsman | Mirror Man | |
| 2013 | The Counsellor | Malkina's Bodyguard | |
| 2017 | Ghost in the Shell | Ambassador |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Trial & Retribution | Security Officer | Episode #6.2 |
| 2011 | Doctor Who | George | Closing Time |
| 2016 | Roots | Kintango | Parts 1 and 2 |
| 2017 | American Gods | Mr. Jacquel /Anubis | Recurring character |
| 2017 | Star Trek: Discovery | T’Kuvma | Series regular |
Video games
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron | Uriel |