Amir El-Masry, a renowned British actor, has made a significant impact in the film industry. Born in Cairo, he was raised in London, where he was fortunate enough to have a chance encounter with the legendary Omar Sharif. This serendipitous meeting had a profound effect on his career, leading him to secure leading roles in Egyptian films and earning him the prestigious Best Young Actor award at the Egyptian Oscars in 2009. His remarkable performance garnered him widespread national acclaim.
Following his graduation from the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) in 2013, Amir El-Masry made his mark in Jon Stewart's debut feature film, Rosewater. Since then, he has starred in numerous critically acclaimed projects, solidifying his position as an emerging British talent.
One of his most notable roles came in 2016, when he starred in the critically acclaimed mini-series, The Night Manager, alongside Tom Hiddleston, Hugh Laurie, and Olivia Colman, for BBC and AMC. This breakout performance showcased his exceptional acting abilities and further established him as a talented actor.
In addition to his work in The Night Manager, Amir El-Masry has also appeared in Woody Harrelson's live feature, Lost in London, the critically acclaimed BAFTA-nominated mini-series, The State, and the BBC series, Age Before Beauty, where he played the recurring role of Dante. Moreover, he took on the lead role in the first American Saudi feature, The Arabian Warrior, also known as SHOOT.
