Micheal Ward
Biography
Micheal Ward is a Jamaican-born British actor and former model. Born on November 18, 1997, in Spanish Town, Jamaica, he is known for his work in film and television. His film credits include Blue Story, released in 2018, as well as The Old Guard and Lovers Rock, both released in 2020. Lovers Rock is the first film in Steve McQueen's anthology series Small Axe. Ward is best known for playing the character Jamie on the Netflix-original show Top Boy, including the season released in March 2022. For his work, Ward was awarded the 2020 BAFTA Rising Star Award.
Career overview
Micheal Ward is a Jamaican-born British actor and former model. Born on November 18, 1997, in Spanish Town, Jamaica, he has established a prominent career in both television and film. Ward is best known for playing the character Jamie on the Netflix-original show Top Boy, returning to the role in the newest season released in March 2022.
In addition to his television work, Ward has appeared in several feature films. His film credits include Blue Story in 2018 and The Old Guard in 2020. He also starred in Lovers Rock in 2020, which is the first film in Steve McQueen's anthology series Small Axe.
Recognized for his contributions to the entertainment industry, Ward received the BAFTA Rising Star Award in 2020. With a growing body of work across television and cinema, he maintains a notable presence as a performer.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
17 titles- Eddington (2025) as Michael Cooke
- Made in Eddington (2025) as Self
- Bob Marley: One Love (2024) as The Shooter (uncredited)
- The Book of Clarence (2024) as Judas
- The Beautiful Game (2024) as Vinny
- Good Intentions (2023) as Sef
- Empire of Light (2022) as Stephen
- Beauty (2022) as Cain
- The Old Guard (2020) as Lykon
- Small Axe (2020) as Franklyn
- Good Thanks, You? (2020) as Lewis
- Top Boy (2019) as Jamie
- Blue Story (2019) as Marco
- The A List (2018) as Brendan
- Brotherhood (2016) as The Supporting Artists
- The Late Late Show with James Corden (2015) as Self - Guest
- Uncle as Uncle John
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Micheal Ward best known for?
Micheal Ward is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Eddington (2025), Bob Marley: One Love (2024), The Book of Clarence (2024), Empire of Light (2022).
When and where was Micheal Ward born?
Micheal Ward was born on November 18, 1997 in Spanish Town, Jamaica.
How many credits does Micheal Ward have?
Micheal Ward has accumulated over 17 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2015 to 2025.
What is Micheal Ward's background in cinema and television?
Micheal Ward is a Jamaican-born British actor and former model. Born on November 18, 1997, in Spanish Town, Jamaica, he is known for his work in film and television. His film credits include Blue Story, released in 2018, as well as The Old Guard and Lovers Rock, both released in 2020. Lovers Rock is the first film in S...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Top Boy (2019) as Jamie — aged about 21
- The Old Guard (2020) as Lykon — aged about 22
- Bob Marley: One Love (2024) as The Shooter (uncredited) — aged about 26
- Empire of Light (2022) as Stephen — aged about 24
- Eddington (2025) as Michael Cooke — aged about 27
- The Book of Clarence (2024) as Judas — aged about 26
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