
Michael Potts
Born
September 21, 1962 (62 years old)
Known For
Acting
Place of Birth
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Michael Potts, born January 26, 1962, in Brooklyn, NY, is a versatile American actor known for his captivating performances across stage and screen. A Juilliard alum, he soared in Broadway, earning acclaim for "The Book of Mormon." His portrayal of Brother Mouzone in HBO's "The Wire" showcased his depth. Potts' talent spans television ("True Detective," "The Good Fight") and film ("The Promised Land"), embodying diverse characters with magnetic authenticity. With each role, he leaves an indelible mark, captivating audiences with his nuanced portrayals and solidifying his place as a revered actor in the industry.

Highest 2 Lowest
Patrick Bethea
2025

The Piano Lesson: Legacy and a Vision
Self
2024

The Piano Lesson
Wining Boy
2024

Rustin
Cleve Robinson
2023

The Irrational
Nnamdi Adesina · (1 episode)
2023

Shakespeare in the Park: Richard III
Lord Stanley
2023

East New York
Goody Gaines · (4 episodes)
2022

Rounding
Dr. Emil Harrison
2022

The First Lady
Fraser Robinson · (5 episodes)
2022

Measure of Revenge
Detective Eaton
2022

Cicada
Francis
2021

Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: A Legacy Brought to Screen
Self
2020

Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
Slow Drag
2020

Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector
Dr. Arthur Wasden · (1 episode)
2020

Prodigal Son
Dr. Brandon Marsh · (2 episodes)
2019

Here and Now
Ray
2018

God Friended Me
King Omari · (1 episode)
2018

FBI
Agent Bruce Ellis · (1 episode)
2018

Taken
Hanson · (1 episode)
2017

The Good Fight
Bill Goate · (1 episode)
2017

37
Archibald Smith
2016

Bull
Judge Nolan · (1 episode)
2016

Let Me Make You a Martyr
Charon
2016

BrainDead
Dr. Daudier · (1 episode)
2016

Allegiance
(2 episodes)
2015

Gotham
Sid Bunderslaw · (3 episodes)
2014

Madam Secretary
Senator Fred Reynolds · (3 episodes)
2014

True Detective
Maynard Gilbough · (8 episodes)
2014

The Blacklist
Iniko · (1 episode)
2013

Elementary
Doctor Peter Hanson · (1 episode)
2012

Person of Interest
Travers · (2 episodes)
2011

Blue Bloods
Thorton Mead · (1 episode)
2010

White Collar
David · (1 episode)
2009

Flight of the Conchords
Nigel Saladu · (1 episode)
2007

The Wire
Brother Mouzone · (7 episodes)
2002

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Cole Draper · (6 episodes)
1999

The Peacemaker
DOE Haz-mat Tech #1
1997

Conspiracy Theory
Justice Guard
1997

Thomas Jefferson
(0 episode)
1997

Thomas Jefferson
Isaac · (2 episodes)
1997

Hackers
Tow Truck Driver
1995
Out of Order!
Jerry

Law & Order
Reggie Dobbs · (1 episode)
1990

Law & Order
Lester Wilkes · (1 episode)
1990

Law & Order
Malcolm Young · (2 episodes)
1990

Nemesis
James Sealey · (2 episodes)

Law & Order
Kenneth Lowell · (1 episode)
1990