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Michael Potts

Michael Potts

Actor · Born 1962-09-21 · Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA

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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.

Movies & TV Shows

  1. Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) — Cole Draper
  2. True Detective (2014) — Maynard Gilbough
  3. Gotham (2014) — Sid Bunderslaw
  4. The Blacklist (2013) — Iniko
  5. The Wire (2002) — Brother Mouzone
  6. Person of Interest (2011) — Travers
  7. Elementary (2012) — Doctor Peter Hanson
  8. Conspiracy Theory (1997) — Justice Guard
  9. White Collar (2009) — David
  10. Hackers (1995) — Tow Truck Driver
  11. Ma Rainey's Black Bottom (2020) — Slow Drag
  12. The Peacemaker (1997) — DOE Haz-mat Tech #1
  13. Blue Bloods (2010) — Thorton Mead
  14. FBI (2018) — Agent Bruce Ellis
  15. Law & Order (1990) — Reggie Dobbs
  16. Highest 2 Lowest (2025) — Patrick Bethea
  17. Prodigal Son (2019) — Dr. Brandon Marsh
  18. Bull (2016) — Judge Nolan
  19. Flight of the Conchords (2007) — Nigel Saladu
  20. The Good Fight (2017) — Bill Goate
  21. Madam Secretary (2014) — Senator Fred Reynolds
  22. Taken (2017) — Hanson
  23. Nurse Jackie (2009) — Mediator
  24. Damages (2007) — Horatio Emanuel
  25. Rustin (2023) — Cleve Robinson
  26. God Friended Me (2018) — King Omari
  27. BrainDead (2016) — Dr. Daudier
  28. Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector (2020) — Dr. Arthur Wasden
  29. The Piano Lesson (2024) — Wining Boy
  30. Nemesis (2026) — James Sealey
  31. The Irrational (2023) — Nnamdi Adesina
  32. Here and Now (2018) — Ray
  33. The First Lady (2022) — Fraser Robinson
  34. Let Me Make You a Martyr (2016) — Charon
  35. Allegiance (2015)
  36. East New York (2022) — Goody Gaines
  37. Measure of Revenge (2022) — Detective Eaton
  38. 37 (2016) — Archibald Smith
  39. Best Medicine (2026) — Gilbert Carlisle
  40. Cicada (2021) — Francis