Kobna Holdbrook-Smith

Kobna Holdbrook-Smith

47 · Born: Aug 23, 1977

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornAug 23, 1977 Accra, Gold Coast, Ghana
Parents
  • Henry Holdbrook-Smith
  • Tenu Holdbrook-Smith
Relatives
  • Kofi Holdbrook-Smith (Sibling)

Biography

Born on the twenty-third day of August, 1977, Kobna Holdbrook-Smith, a multifaceted individual of Ghanaian and English descent, has established himself as a talented and versatile actor, boasting an impressive array of cinematic credits that showcase his remarkable range and versatility.

Noted actor has left an indelible imprint on the cinematic world by successfully portraying a wide-ranging spectrum of roles, thereby underscoring his extraordinary adaptability and dexterity as a performer.

**Person Biography**

Born on [date] in [place], this talented individual's passion for the craft of acting was evident from a young age. After completing his formal education, he began his journey in the entertainment industry, gradually honing his skills and refining his craft through a series of challenging roles. Over the years, he has had the privilege of working with some of the most esteemed directors and actors in the industry, further solidifying his reputation as a consummate professional. Despite his success, he remains humble and dedicated to his craft, continually seeking new opportunities to push himself as an artist and explore the vast expanse of human emotion.

Noted thespian has had the privilege of taking on a diverse array of captivating characters throughout his illustrious career, with one of his most memorable and intriguing roles being that of the enigmatic Father Richard Emery in the spine-tingling horror film Ghost Stories, which premiered in 2017 and left audiences on the edge of their seats with its masterful blend of suspense, tension, and supernatural intrigue.

In the year 2018, a pivotal moment occurred in the professional journey of a talented individual, as he embarked on the challenging and thrilling role of Oliver in the cinematic masterpiece, The Commuter, a gripping and suspenseful thriller that masterfully crafted a narrative capable of captivating and holding the attention of a diverse audience, leaving viewers on the precipice of their seats, utterly enthralled and invested in the unfolding drama.

Biography:

Liam Neeson is a renowned Irish actor born on June 7, 1952, in Ballymena, Northern Ireland.

Kobna's remarkable acting abilities continued to mesmerize and captivate the attention of audiences worldwide with his outstanding portrayal of Templeton Frye in the widely acclaimed and beloved Disney classic, Mary Poppins Returns, which premiered in 2018, garnering widespread critical acclaim and commercial success.

Kobna Holdbrook-Smith:

Born: 1979

Nationality: British

Occupation: Actor

Kobna's early life and education are not well-documented, but he began his acting career in the early 2000s. He gained recognition for his role as Othello in the 2008 production of the Royal Shakespeare Company's Othello.

In recent times, he has successfully transported his singular and captivating persona to the vast and dazzling world of cinema, assuming the role of Officer Affable in the much-anticipated and highly-anticipated motion picture Wonka, which made its grand debut in the year 2023, captivating the hearts and minds of audiences worldwide.

Kobna Holdbrook-Smith, a highly accomplished and versatile actor, has showcased his remarkable capacity to effortlessly transition between diverse character portrayals, solidifying his status as a sought-after thespian.

Career

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2025
The Gorge
The Gorge as Black Ops Commander
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2024
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2023
Wonka
Wonka as Officer Affable
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Pretty Hands
Pretty Hands as Pastor Paul
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2021
Superworm
Superworm as Wizard Lizard (voice)
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Zack Snyder's Justice League
Zack Snyder's Justice League as Detective Crispus Allen
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2018
Ghost Stories
Ghost Stories as Father Emery
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Gwen
Gwen as Doctor Wren
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Mary Poppins Returns
Mary Poppins Returns as Frye / Weasel (voice)
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2017
Paddington 2
Paddington 2 as Warden Walker
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Justice League
Justice League as Detective Crispus Allen
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2016
Doctor Strange
Doctor Strange as Physical Therapist
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2015
Hamlet
Hamlet as Laertes
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The Last Panthers
The Last Panthers as James Davis
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Capital
Capital as Mashinko
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Father Brown
Father Brown as Marvin Morris
{"id":10165,"title":"Turks & Caicos","year":"2014","character":"Colin Maitlis","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/turks-caicos","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3ufmaag0c1vg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3ufmaag0c1vg.jpg"},"released":1}
2014
Turks & Caicos
Turks & Caicos as Colin Maitlis
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The Double
The Double as Guard / Doctor
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2013
The Cafe
The Cafe as Jason
{"id":106036,"title":"Womack","year":"2012","character":"Dan Tan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/womack","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_106036.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_106036.jpg"},"released":1}
2012
Womack
Womack as Dan Tan
{"id":41758,"title":"Roadkill","year":"2011","character":"Tommy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/roadkill","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_41758.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_41758.jpg"},"released":1}
2011
Roadkill
Roadkill as Tommy
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Sirens
Sirens as Ryan Bailey
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2005
Mike Bassett: Manager
Mike Bassett: Manager as Carlton Dawes