George Harris
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- October 20, 1949 in Grenada, West Indies
- Active Years
- 1969–2018 (50 Years)
- Total Credits
- 62 credits in database
Biography
George William Harris was born on October 20, 1949, in Grenada, West Indies. He is a British actor who has worked in film, stage, television, radio, and musical theatre. His notable film roles include Captain Simon Katanga in Raiders of the Lost Ark, the real-life Somali warlord Osman Ali Atto in the 2001 film Black Hawk Down, and Kingsley Shacklebolt in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. On television, he was one of the original cast members of the popular medical drama Casualty, playing the character Clive King. Harris retired in 2013 and has not made any new appearances in film or television since that time.
Career overview
George William Harris is a British actor born on October 20, 1949, in Grenada, West Indies, with a career spanning film, stage, television, radio, and musical theatre. His notable film roles include Captain Simon Katanga in Raiders of the Lost Ark and real-life Somali warlord Osman Ali Atto in the 2001 film Black Hawk Down. He is also known for portraying Kingsley Shacklebolt in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.
On television, Harris was one of the original cast members of the popular medical drama Casualty, where he played the character Clive King. Throughout his career, he accumulated numerous credits across various mediums of performance. According to records, Harris retired in 2013 and has not made any new appearances in film or television since that time.
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Full Filmography
62 titles- Starhunter ReduX (2018) as Darius Scott
- Secrets and Words (2012) as Eugene
- Arne Dahl: Bad Blood (2012) as Ray Larner
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011) as Kingsley Shacklebolt
- National Theatre Live: Frankenstein (2011) as M. Frankenstein
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (2010) as Kingsley Shacklebolt
- Beneath the Blue (2010) as Daniel
- The Heavy (2010) as Doctor
- Agora (2009) as Heladius Dignitary
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007) as Kingsley Shacklebolt
- Eye of the Dolphin (2007) as Daniel
- The Interpreter (2005) as Kuman-Kuman
- Layer Cake (2004) as Morty
- 55 Degrees North (2004) as Errol Hill
- The Long Firm (2004) as Dr Chukwurah
- Elmina’s Kitchen (2004) as Clifton
- Spooks (2002) as Gabriel Sekoa
- Black Hawk Down (2001) as Osman Ali Atto
- The Emperor's New Clothes (2001) as Papa Nicholas
- Starhunter (2000)
- The Alchemists (1999) as Winston Smith
- Madeline (1998) as Mr. Liberian Ambassador
- Appetite (1998) as Arthur
- Soul Music (1997) as Lias Bluestone (voice)
- Gulliver's Travels (1996) as Brobdingnag Scientist
- Soul Survivor (1995) as Winston
- The Absence of War (1995) as Colin Fontaine
- The Browning Version (1994) as Adakendi Senior
- Bermuda Grace (1994)
- Camilla (1994) as Jerry
- Not Even God Is Wise Enough (1993) as Father
- Highlander: The Series (1992) as Vemas
- The Law Lord (1992) as John Nixon
- Prime Suspect (1991) as Vernon Allen
- Hallelujah Anyhow (1991) as Sonny
- See No Evil, Hear No Evil (1989) as Bartender
- Slaves of New York (1989) as Super
- Deadline: Madrid (1988) as Chief Bandu Banta
- Mountain Language (1988) as Guard
- The Ruth Rendell Mysteries (1987) as Dr. Raymond Akande
- Casualty (1986) as Clive King
- Screen Two (1985) as Colin Fontaine
- Screen Two (1985) as Sonny
- Dempsey and Makepeace (1985) as Reuben
- Affairs of the Heart (1985) as Doctor
- The Bill (1984)
- Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) as Katanga
- Ragtime (1981) as Band Leader - Clef Club
- Wolcott (1981) as Winston Churchill Wolcott
- Death of a Prophet (1981)
- Prisoners of Conscience (1981) as Nelson Mandela
- Flash Gordon (1980) as Prince of Ardentia
- The Dogs of War (1980) as Col. Bobi
- Number on End (1980) as Martin Sebela
- Yanks (1979) as Black driver
- The Professionals (1977) as Arty
- Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1976) as Sookey
- Peter Pan (1976) as Pirate #5
- The Sweeney (1975) as Zak Franklyn
- The Broad Coalition (1972)
- Play for Today (1970) as Martin Sebela
- The Gladiators (1969) as Nigerian Officer
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is George Harris best known for?
George Harris is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011), Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (2010), The Heavy (2010), Agora (2009).
When and where was George Harris born?
George Harris was born on October 20, 1949 in Grenada, West Indies.
How many credits does George Harris have?
George Harris has accumulated over 62 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1969 to 2018.
What is George Harris's background in cinema and television?
George William Harris was born on October 20, 1949, in Grenada, West Indies. He is a British actor who has worked in film, stage, television, radio, and musical theatre. His notable film roles include Captain Simon Katanga in Raiders of the Lost Ark, the real-life Somali warlord Osman Ali Atto in the 2001 film Black Ha...
George Harris by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011) as Kingsley Shacklebolt — aged about 61
- The Sweeney (1975) as Zak Franklyn — aged about 25
- Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) as Katanga — aged about 31
- Prime Suspect (1991) as Vernon Allen — aged about 41
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (2010) as Kingsley Shacklebolt — aged about 60
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007) as Kingsley Shacklebolt — aged about 57
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