Adam Deacon
Biography
Adam Deacon is a British actor born on March 4, 1983, in London, England, UK. He is known for playing urban, streetwise characters on stage and screen. Deacon rose to prominence after starring in the film Kidulthood, as well as the sequel Adulthood. He has appeared in numerous other films, including V čísle 9, Love Soup, and Dead Set. Deacon has a known credit of 60 acting roles. He is also a rapper from Hackney, East London.
Career overview
Adam Deacon is a British actor known for his portrayal of urban, streetwise characters on stage and screen. He rose to prominence after starring in the film Kidulthood, which was released in 2006. This marked the beginning of his acting career, with subsequent notable roles in the sequel Adulthood, released in 2008.
Deacon's acting credits include a total of 60 known roles. He has appeared in a variety of films and television shows, showcasing his versatility as an actor. His performances have garnered attention and recognition within the industry.
Deacon's early career was established in the mid to late 2000s, with notable roles in films such as Kidulthood and Adulthood. He continued to work in the industry, appearing in a range of projects.
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Full Filmography
67 titles- Reckless (2026) as Kyle
- A Requiem for Desire (2026) as Teddy
- Supacell (2024) as Darren
- The Phantom Warrior (2024) as Nessos
- Bermondsey Tales: Fall of the Roman Empire (2024) as Ishaaq
- Hitmen (2023) as Bob Black
- Sumotherhood (2023) as Riko
- Sumotherhood (2023) Director
- Sumotherhood (2023) Writer
- Sumotherhood (2023) Producer
- Love Without Walls (2023) as Daniel the Cab Driver
- Boyz in the Wood (2023) as Rayan
- Rogue (2020) as Zalaam
- Original Gangster (2020) as Remo
- Righteous Villains (2020) as Satan
- Break (2020) as Weasel
- Red Devil (2019) as Steve Dreamer
- The Bromley Boys (2018) as Herbie Lane
- The Intent 2: The Come Up (2018) as Mustafa
- To Dream (2016) as Easy
- Inside No. 9 (2014) as Si
- Babylon (2014) as PC Robbie Vas
- Montana (2014) as Pitt
- BBC Comedy Feeds (2012) as Jimmy
- Outside Bet (2012) as Sam The Soleman
- Comedown (2012) as Jason
- Payback Season (2012) as Jerome
- The Royal Bodyguard (2011) as Hart
- Jack Falls (2011) as Hogan
- Anuvahood (2011) as Kenneth
- Anuvahood (2011) Director
- Anuvahood (2011) Writer
- Everywhere And Nowhere (2011) as Zaf
- The Boarding School Bomber (2011) as Isa
- Victim (2011) as Zhartash
- PhoneShop (2010) as Paul Mohammed
- 4.3.2.1 (2010) as Dillon
- Shank (2010) as Kickz
- Bonded by Blood (2010) as Darren Nicholls
- Being Human (2009) as Marco
- Gunrush (2009) as Jello
- Celebrity Juice (2008) as Self
- Dead Set (2008) as Space
- Michelle (2008)
- Adulthood (2008) as Jay
- West 10 LDN (2008) as Nathan
- Sugarhouse (2007) as Ray
- Alan & Samir (2007) as Samir
- Grownups (2006) as Lewis
- Kidulthood (2006) as Jay
- Wilderness (2006) as Blue
- Dubplate Drama (2005)
- Sugar Rush (2005) as Darren
- The Ghost Squad (2005)
- Wall of Silence (2004) as Aaron Cole
- Spooks (2002) as Billy
- Ali G Indahouse (2002) as East Staines Massiv
- Shooters (2002) as Runner’s Kid
- Big Brother's Little Brother (2001) as Self
- The Coral Island (2000) as Peterkin
- Bill's New Frock (1998) as Rohan
- A Touch of Frost (1992) as Darryl Stephens
- Casualty (1986) as Tyrell Cater
- Casualty (1986) as Jed Francis
- The Bill (1984)
- The Bill (1984) as Billy Aldridge
- Tales from the Trap as Titch
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Adam Deacon best known for?
Adam Deacon is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Supacell (2024), Original Gangster (2020), Inside No. 9 (2014), BBC Comedy Feeds (2012).
When and where was Adam Deacon born?
Adam Deacon was born on March 4, 1983 in London, England, UK.
How many credits does Adam Deacon have?
Adam Deacon has accumulated over 67 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1984 to 2026.
What is Adam Deacon's background in cinema and television?
Adam Deacon is a British actor born on March 4, 1983, in London, England, UK. He is known for playing urban, streetwise characters on stage and screen. Deacon rose to prominence after starring in the film Kidulthood, as well as the sequel Adulthood. He has appeared in numerous other films, including V čísle 9, Love Sou...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Inside No. 9 (2014) as Si — aged about 31
- Spooks (2002) as Billy — aged about 19
- A Touch of Frost (1992) as Darryl Stephens — aged about 9
- Supacell (2024) as Darren — aged about 41
- Dead Set (2008) as Space — aged about 25
- Being Human (2009) as Marco — aged about 26
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