8.3
TV
Acting
Michael Potts
- Born
- (age 64)
- Birthplace
- Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
- Credits
- 46 titles
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.
Signature work
Known For
8.3
TV
8.0
TV
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
7.6
TV
Gotham
7.6
TV
The Blacklist
8.6
TV
The Wire
8.1
TV
Person of Interest
7.6
TV
Elementary
6.6
Movie
Conspiracy Theory
8.2
TV
White Collar
6.4
Movie
Hackers
6.6
Movie
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
6.1
Movie
The Peacemaker
7.8
TV
Blue Bloods
7.9
TV
FBI
7.3
TV
Law & Order
5.5
Movie
Highest 2 Lowest
8.0
TV
Prodigal Son
8.0
TV
Flight of the Conchords
Acting credits 46
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Nemesis TV | James Sealey (8 ep) |
| 2026 | Best Medicine TV | Gilbert Carlisle (2 ep) |
| 2025 | Out of Order Film | Jerry |
| 2025 | Highest 2 Lowest Film | Patrick Bethea |
| 2024 | The Piano Lesson: Legacy and a Vision Film | Self |
| 2024 | The Piano Lesson Film | Wining Boy |
| 2023 | Rustin Film | Cleve Robinson |
| 2023 | The Irrational TV | Nnamdi Adesina (1 ep) |
| 2023 | Shakespeare in the Park: Richard III Film | Lord Stanley |
| 2022 | East New York TV | Goody Gaines (4 ep) |
| 2022 | Rounding Film | Dr. Emil Harrison |
| 2022 | The First Lady TV | Fraser Robinson (5 ep) |
| 2022 | Measure of Revenge Film | Detective Eaton |
| 2021 | Cicada Film | Francis |
| 2020 | Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen Film | Self |
| 2020 | Ma Rainey's Black Bottom Film | Slow Drag |
| 2020 | Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector TV | Dr. Arthur Wasden (1 ep) |
| 2019 | Prodigal Son TV | Dr. Brandon Marsh (2 ep) |
| 2018 | Here and Now Film | Ray |
| 2018 | God Friended Me TV | King Omari (1 ep) |
| 2018 | FBI TV | Agent Bruce Ellis (1 ep) |
| 2017 | Taken TV | Hanson (1 ep) |
| 2017 | The Good Fight TV | Bill Goate (1 ep) |
| 2016 | 37 Film | Archibald Smith |
| 2016 | Bull TV | Judge Nolan (1 ep) |
| 2016 | Let Me Make You a Martyr Film | Charon |
| 2016 | BrainDead TV | Dr. Daudier (1 ep) |
| 2015 | Allegiance TV | (2 ep) |
| 2014 | Gotham TV | Sid Bunderslaw (3 ep) |
| 2014 | Madam Secretary TV | Senator Fred Reynolds (3 ep) |
| 2014 | True Detective TV | Maynard Gilbough (8 ep) |
| 2013 | The Blacklist TV | Iniko (1 ep) |
| 2012 | Elementary TV | Doctor Peter Hanson (1 ep) |
| 2011 | Person of Interest TV | Travers (2 ep) |
| 2010 | Blue Bloods TV | Thorton Mead (1 ep) |
| 2009 | White Collar TV | David (1 ep) |
| 2009 | Nurse Jackie TV | Mediator (2 ep) |
| 2007 | Damages TV | Horatio Emanuel (3 ep) |
| 2007 | Flight of the Conchords TV | Nigel Saladu (1 ep) |
| 2002 | The Wire TV | Brother Mouzone (7 ep) |
| 1999 | Law & Order: Special Victims Unit TV | Cole Draper (6 ep) |
| 1997 | The Peacemaker Film | DOE Haz-mat Tech #1 |
| 1997 | Conspiracy Theory Film | Justice Guard |
| 1997 | Thomas Jefferson TV | Isaac |
| 1995 | Hackers Film | Tow Truck Driver |
| 1990 | Law & Order TV | Reggie Dobbs, Lester Wilkes, Malcolm Young, Kenneth Lowell (1 ep) |