Carmen Ejogo
Biography
Carmen Ejogo is an English actress born on 22 October 1973 in Kensington, London, England, UK. She made her feature film debut in the musical "Absolute Beginners" in 1986. Ejogo's big break came when she was cast in the title role of the television movie "Sally Hemings: An American Scandal" in 2000. She has since appeared in various films and television productions, including the "Fantastic Beasts" series, "Alien: Covenant," and "Selma." Ejogo has a total of 48 known credits in her acting career.
Career overview
Carmen Ejogo is an English actress born on October 22, 1973, in Kensington, London, England, UK. She made her feature film debut in the musical "Absolute Beginners" in 1986. Ejogo's breakthrough role came when she was cast in the title role of the television movie "Sally Hemings: An American Scandal" in 2000.
Since her breakthrough, Ejogo has appeared in various notable films and series. She has starred in the "Fantastic Beasts" series, "Alien: Convenant," and "Selma." Ejogo has established herself as a versatile actress with a range of roles in different genres. Her career has spanned over three decades, with a significant body of work in film and television.
Carmen Ejogo has a total of 48 known credits in her acting career. She has demonstrated her ability to take on diverse roles and has worked with various directors and producers. Ejogo's performances have been recognized through her work in notable films and series, showcasing her talent and dedication to her craft.
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Full Filmography
49 titles- Wild Cherry (2025) as Lorna Gibbons
- Fountain of Youth (2025) as Deb McCall
- The Penguin (2024) as Eve Karlo
- Goodrich (2024) as Lola
- The Crowded Room (2023) as DDA Patricia Richards
- I'm a Virgo (2023) as LaFrancine
- Forty Winks (2022) as Nina Sherman
- Your Honor (2020) as Lee Delamere
- Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker (2020) as Addie
- Rattlesnake (2019) as Katrina Ridgeway
- Rattlesnake (2019) Executive Producer
- Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (2018) as Seraphina Picquery
- Black Hollywood: 'They've Gotta Have Us' (2018) as Self
- Alien: Covenant (2017) as Karine
- Roman J. Israel, Esq. (2017) as Maya Alston
- It Comes at Night (2017) as Sarah
- Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016) as Seraphina Picquery
- The Girlfriend Experience (2016) as Bria Jones / Sarah Day
- Born to Be Blue (2015) as Jane/Elaine
- True Detective (2014) as Amelia Reardon
- The Purge: Anarchy (2014) as Eva Sanchez
- Selma (2014) as Coretta Scott King
- Zero Hour (2013) as Rebecca 'Beck' Riley
- Alex Cross (2012) as Maria Cross
- Sparkle (2012) as Sister
- CHAOS (2011) as Fay Carson
- Away We Go (2009) as Grace De Tessant
- Pride and Glory (2008) as Tasha
- The Brave One (2007) as Jackie
- Kidnapped (2006) as Turner
- Lackawanna Blues (2005) as Alean
- Noel (2004) as Dr. Batiste
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003) as Self
- What’s the Worst That Could Happen: Scene Stealers (2002) as Self
- Perfume (2001) as Chloe
- What's the Worst That Could Happen? (2001) as Amber Belhaven
- Boycott (2001) as Coretta Scott King
- Love's Labour's Lost (2000) as Maria
- Sally Hemings: An American Scandal (2000) as Sally Hemings
- Sally Hemings: An American Scandal (2000) as Sally Hemings
- Tube Tales (1999) as Girl (segment "Steal Away")
- I Want You (1998) as Amber
- The Avengers (1998) as Brenda
- Colour Blind (1998) as Rose-Angela Patterson
- Metro (1997) as Ronnie Tate
- Cold Lazarus (1996) as Blinda
- Law & Order (1990) as April Lannen
- Absolute Beginners (1986) as Carmen
- The Julia Set
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Carmen Ejogo best known for?
Carmen Ejogo is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Fountain of Youth (2025), The Penguin (2024), The Crowded Room (2023), Your Honor (2020).
When and where was Carmen Ejogo born?
Carmen Ejogo was born on October 22, 1973 in Kensington, London, England, UK.
How many credits does Carmen Ejogo have?
Carmen Ejogo has accumulated over 49 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1986 to 2025.
What is Carmen Ejogo's background in cinema and television?
Carmen Ejogo is an English actress born on 22 October 1973 in Kensington, London, England, UK. She made her feature film debut in the musical "Absolute Beginners" in 1986. Ejogo's big break came when she was cast in the title role of the television movie "Sally Hemings: An American Scandal" in 2000. She has since appea...