Mpho Koaho
Biography
Mpho Koaho, born 22 April 1979, is a Canadian actor whose career spans film and television. In cinema he has appeared in Down in the Delta, Haven, Saw III and the romantic comedy It’s a Boy Girl Thing. On television he portrayed Jamil in the 2009 Canadian miniseries Soul, a performance that earned him a Gemini Award for Supporting Actor in a Drama Series. He later played Anthony in the post‑apocalyptic series Falling Skies from 2011 to 2015, and Ken in the science‑fiction comedy Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency during its 2016–2017 run. Koaho’s work reflects a range of genre‑spanning roles across both screen formats.
Career overview
Mpho Koaho, born on 22 April 1979, is a Canadian actor whose career spans both film and television. He has appeared in a variety of cinematic projects, including the drama Down in the Delta, the romantic comedy Haven, the horror sequel Saw III, and the teen romantic comedy It’s a Boy Girl Thing. These roles demonstrate his versatility across genre and format, establishing him as a recognizable presence in Canadian and international film productions.
On television, Koaho earned notable acclaim for his portrayal of Jamil in the 2009 Canadian miniseries Soul, a performance that secured him a Gemini Award for Supporting Actor in a Drama Series. He continued to build his television résumé with a recurring role as Anthony in the post‑apocalyptic series Falling Skies, appearing from 2011 through 2015. More recently, he played Ken in the science‑fiction comedy series Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency during its 2016–2017 run. Across these varied roles, Koaho has demonstrated a consistent ability to inhabit diverse characters, contributing to the breadth of contemporary Canadian acting talent.
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Full Filmography
44 titles- Tales from the Void (2024) as Harris
- Tales from the Void: Into the Unknown (2024) as Harris
- Pattern (2022) as Ajay
- Stealing School (2020) as Micah Shaw
- Diggstown (2019) as Percy Lincoln
- D.N. Ace (2019) as (voice)
- Night Hunter (2019) as Glasgow
- Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency (2016) as Ken
- The Expanse (2015) as Private Travis
- Dark Matter (2015) as Milo Harper
- Black or White (2015) as Duvan
- Poker Night (2013) as Simon
- Canoejacked (2012)
- Falling Skies (2011) as Anthony
- Charlie Zone (2011) as Donny
- Rookie Blue (2010) as The Guardian
- Saw VI (2009) as Timothy Young
- Flashpoint (2008)
- Blindness (2008) as Pharmacist's Assistant
- The Gathering (2007) as Tucker
- Saw III (2006) as Timothy Young
- It's a Boy Girl Thing (2006) as Harry 'Horse' Horson
- Four Brothers (2005) as Gang Leader
- Tilt (2005) as Hemphill
- Get Rich or Die Tryin' (2005) as Junebug
- Kojak (2005)
- Deacons for Defense (2005) as Bailey
- ReGenesis (2004) as The Leader
- Haven (2004) as Kimo
- Detention (2003) as Jay Tee Barrow
- Short Hymn, Silent War (2003)
- The Salton Sea (2002) as Kid Selling Guns
- Partners in Action (2002) as Ty
- Tagged: The Jonathan Wamback Story (2002) as Trevor
- Doc (2001)
- Tracker (2001) as Sirez / Jordan Baylor
- Snipes (2001) as Malik
- Soul Food (2000) as Brandon
- Mail to the Chief (2000) as Ernie
- Deep in My Heart (1999) as Roger
- Both Sides of the Law (1999) as Pete Anderson
- Down in the Delta (1998) as Thomas
- Goosebumps (1995) as Ben
- Sci Squad
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Mpho Koaho best known for?
Mpho Koaho is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Night Hunter (2019), Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency (2016), The Expanse (2015), Dark Matter (2015).
When and where was Mpho Koaho born?
Mpho Koaho was born on April 22, 1979 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
How many credits does Mpho Koaho have?
Mpho Koaho has accumulated over 44 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1995 to 2024.
What is Mpho Koaho's background in cinema and television?
Mpho Koaho, born 22 April 1979, is a Canadian actor whose career spans film and television. In cinema he has appeared in Down in the Delta, Haven, Saw III and the romantic comedy It’s a Boy Girl Thing. On television he portrayed Jamil in the 2009 Canadian miniseries Soul, a performance that earned him a Gemini Award fo...