Tatanka Means
Biography
Tatanka Means, also known by the name Tatanka Wanbli Sapa Xila Sabe Means, is a male actor, comedian, boxer, entrepreneur, and activist born on February 19, 1985, in Porcupine, South Dakota, United States. Of Oglala Lakota, Omaha, and Dine descent, he is one of nine children of Russell Means, an Oglala Lakota activist, American Indian Movement leader, and actor. Tatanka Means is recognized for his acting work with thirty-nine known credits, and he is best known for his roles in Saints and Strangers and Tiger Eyes.
Career overview
Tatanka Means is a Native American actor, comedian, boxer, entrepreneur, and activist of Oglala Lakota, Omaha, and Dine descent. Born on February 19, 1985, in Porcupine, South Dakota, United States, he is also known by the name Tatanka Wanbli Sapa Xila Sabe Means. He is one of nine children born to Oglala Lakota activist Russell Means, who was a leader of the American Indian Movement and also worked as an actor.
In his entertainment career, Tatanka Means is best known for his acting roles in Saints and Strangers and Tiger Eyes. His professional portfolio spans thirty-nine known credits in acting across movies and television shows.
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Full Filmography
39 titles- Marshals (2026) as Miles Kittle
- Ransom Canyon (2025) as Jake Longbow
- Opus (2025) as Najee
- Echo (2024) as Tvli
- ARK: The Animated Series (2024) as Mato (voice)
- Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1 (2024) as Taklishim
- Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 2 (2024) as Taklishim
- Say a Little Prayer (2024) as Jared Raincloud
- The Windigo (2024) as Ogichidaa
- Killers of the Flower Moon (2023) as John Wren
- Surrounded (2023) as Scar
- Outer Range (2022) as Officer Edgar
- Montford: The Chickasaw Rancher (2021) as Rising Wolf
- FBI: Most Wanted (2020) as Cody Sampson
- I Know This Much Is True (2020) as Nabby Drinkwater
- Once Upon a River (2019)
- UmoNhoN Iye: The Omaha Speaking (2018) as Self (Narrator)
- Minutes (2017) as John Locklear
- Native Stand Up (2017) as John
- Graves (2016) as Russell Pratt
- Shangri-La Suite (2016) as Officer Gingrass
- The Hybrids Family (2016) as Lance Hatton
- Burning Bodhi (2016) as Lucas
- Neither Wolf Nor Dog (2016) as Delvin
- Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials (2015) as Joe
- Saints & Strangers (2015) as Hobbamock
- A Million Ways to Die in the West (2014) as Other Apache
- Banshee (2013) as Hoyt Rivers
- The Host (2013) as Seeker Hawke
- The Sixth Gun (2013) as Victor Birdsong
- Tiger Eyes (2012) as Wolf - Martin Ortiz
- Universal VIP (2012) as The Creator
- Sedona (2011) as Chuck
- In Plain Sight (2008) as Young Fighter
- The Burrowers (2008) as Tall Ute
- Turok: Son of Stone (2008) as Bridge Sentry (voice)
- American Experience (1988) as Nookau
- As Deep as the Grave as Seechi
- Wind River: Rising
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Tatanka Means best known for?
Tatanka Means is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Marshals (2026), Ransom Canyon (2025), Echo (2024), Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1 (2024).
When and where was Tatanka Means born?
Tatanka Means was born on February 19, 1985 in Porcupine, South Dakota, USA.
How many credits does Tatanka Means have?
Tatanka Means has accumulated over 39 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1988 to 2026.
What is Tatanka Means's background in cinema and television?
Tatanka Means, also known by the name Tatanka Wanbli Sapa Xila Sabe Means, is a male actor, comedian, boxer, entrepreneur, and activist born on February 19, 1985, in Porcupine, South Dakota, United States. Of Oglala Lakota, Omaha, and Dine descent, he is one of nine children of Russell Means, an Oglala Lakota activist,...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Banshee (2013) as Hoyt Rivers — aged about 28
- Marshals (2026) as Miles Kittle — aged about 41
- FBI: Most Wanted (2020) as Cody Sampson — aged about 35
- I Know This Much Is True (2020) as Nabby Drinkwater — aged about 35
- Killers of the Flower Moon (2023) as John Wren — aged about 38
- Ransom Canyon (2025) as Jake Longbow — aged about 40
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