Chiwetel Ejiofor
Chiwetel Ejiofor is a theatre artist whose BroadwayWorld credits include The Boy Who Harnassed The Wind. Awards include Evening Standard Awards for Othello (2008).
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Don Granger, Ruth Barrett, Steffen Thum, Victoria Mahoney, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Marwan Kenzari, KiKi Layne, Henry Golding, Uma Thurman, Charlize Theron, Beth Kono, A.J. Dix, Marc Evans, Dana Goldberg and Dan Lin, Chairman of Film, Netflix
Date:
06/26/2025
From: Photos: Charlize Theron, Uma Thurman, & More Attend THE OLD GUARD 2 Premiere
Don Granger, Ruth Barrett, Steffen Thum, Victoria Mahoney, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Marwan Kenzari, KiKi Layne, Henry Golding, Uma Thurman, Charlize Theron, Beth Kono, A.J. Dix, Marc Evans, Dana Goldberg and Dan Lin, Chairman of Film, Netflix
Date:
06/26/2025
From: Photos: Charlize Theron, Uma Thurman, & More Attend THE OLD GUARD 2 Premiere
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Hans Zimmer, Chance The Rapper, Billy Eichner, Seth Rogen, Shahadi Wright Joseph, JD McCrary, Director/Producer Jon Favreau, Donald Glover, Beyonce Knowles-Carter, Chiwetel Ejiofor, John Kani, Alfre Woodard, Keegan-Michael Key, Florence Kasumba, and Eric Andre
Date:
07/10/2019
From: Photo Flash: See Beyonce, Donald Glover, and More on THE LION KING Red Carpet!
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
Evening Standard Awards - 2013 - Best Actor
Chiwetel Ejiofor, A Season in the Congo
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 2008 - Best Actor
Chiwetel Ejiofor, Othello
winner
Olivier Awards - 2008 - Best Actor
Chiwetel Ejiofor, Othello
Olivier Awards - 2001 - Best Supporting Actor
Chiwetel Ejiofor, Blue/Orange
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 2000 - Milton Shulman Award for Outstanding Newcomer
Chiwetel Ejiofor, Blue/Orange
Videos
Video: Cynthia Erivo Stars in New Trailer For PRIMA FACIE Film Adaptation
by Stephi Wild - 2026-09-22 07:26:00
Video: Tom Hiddleston Stars in Final Trailer for THE LIFE OF CHUCK
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-04 12:19:17
VIDEO: Ewan McGregor Talks HALSTON on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS!
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-05-25 09:25:31
VIDEO: Ewan McGregor Plays Motorcycle Term, Scottish Slang or STAR WARS Word
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-09-16 08:29:19
VIDEO: Ewan McGregor Talks About Being Mistaken for Jesus on CONAN
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-01-08 21:05:14
VIDEO: Ewan McGregor Talks About Hiding His Obi Wan Return on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE!
by Sarah Leiber - 2019-10-30 20:28:28
VIDEO: Watch Chiwetel Ejiofor Talk About Prosthetic Cheekbones on GOOD MORNING AMERICA!
by Sarah Leiber - 2019-10-07 21:06:08
VIDEO: Chiwetel Ejiofor Talks Hoarding on THE LATE LATE SHOW WITH JAMES CORDEN
by Sarah Leiber - 2019-10-02 22:42:22
Bebe Rexha Unveils Single for Disney's MALEFICENT: MISTRESS OF EVIL
by Abigail Charpentier - 2019-09-20 10:43:49
VIDEO: Go Behind The Scenes of THE LION KING in New Featurette
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-07-12 13:10:35
VIDEO: Donald Glover Talks Meeting Beyonce on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-07-10 15:21:03
VIDEO: THE LION KING Stars Beyonce & Donald Glover Debut 'Can You Feel The Love Tonight?' In New Teaser
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-06-20 22:32:04
VIDEO: Hear Beyonce as Nala in the New Trailer for THE LION KING
by Tori Hartshorn - 2019-06-04 08:50:01
VIDEO: Simba Journeys to be King in New THE LION KING Trailer
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-05-30 12:35:34
VIDEO: Angelina Jolie Returns in the Trailer for MALEFICENT: MISTRESS OF EVIL
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-05-14 09:47:25
News
THE EXORCIST: MARTYRS Trailer Released
by Rachel Stone - Oct 9, 2026
The horror film directed by Mike Flanagan and starring Scarlett Johansson released its official trailer ahead of theatrical release.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 9, 2026
The horror film directed by Mike Flanagan and starring Scarlett Johansson released its official trailer ahead of theatrical release.
Video: Cynthia Erivo Stars in New Trailer For PRIMA FACIE Film Adaptation
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2026
An all new trailer has been released for the film adaptation of Prima Facie, starring Cynthia Erivo. Learn more about the movie and check out the new video here.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2026
An all new trailer has been released for the film adaptation of Prima Facie, starring Cynthia Erivo. Learn more about the movie and check out the new video here.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For LETTERS TO MY YOUNGER FUTURE SELF at National Youth Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2026
National Youth Theatre will present a one-night staged performance at London's Royal Festival Hall, featuring British stage and screen stars including Daniel Ings, Jessica Henwick, and Susan Wokoma, supported by Netflix. Check out rehearsal photos!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2026
National Youth Theatre will present a one-night staged performance at London's Royal Festival Hall, featuring British stage and screen stars including Daniel Ings, Jessica Henwick, and Susan Wokoma, supported by Netflix. Check out rehearsal photos!
YOUTH, 4 BLOCKS ZERO, A KILLER STORY to Debut on HBO Max in September
by Rachel Stone - Aug 26, 2026
HBO Max will add new original series and documentaries, including Sharon Horgan's comedy YOUTH, the drama prequel 4 BLOCKS ZERO, and the true-crime series A KILLER STORY.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 26, 2026
HBO Max will add new original series and documentaries, including Sharon Horgan's comedy YOUTH, the drama prequel 4 BLOCKS ZERO, and the true-crime series A KILLER STORY.
BACKROOMS to Begin Streaming Exclusively on HBO Max
by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026
A24's horror film BACKROOMS, the studio's highest-grossing release to date, will make its streaming debut on HBO Max before airing on HBO linear, studio officials said.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026
A24's horror film BACKROOMS, the studio's highest-grossing release to date, will make its streaming debut on HBO Max before airing on HBO linear, studio officials said.
ENTREVISTA: Carmelo Segura conquista al público con la garra y el movimiento de GODSPELL
by Adela González Pérez - Aug 25, 2026
El coreógrafo y ganador del Premio del Público se confiesa: «Los creativos somos insaciables; cambiar y arriesgar en escena es nuestra adicción»
by Adela González Pérez - Aug 25, 2026
El coreógrafo y ganador del Premio del Público se confiesa: «Los creativos somos insaciables; cambiar y arriesgar en escena es nuestra adicción»
Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Susan Wokoma and More to Join LETTERS TO MY YOUNGER FUTURE SELF
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 17, 2026
National Youth Theatre has revealed additional celebrity names as stars of stage and screen return to their NYT roots for a one night only staged performance, Letters to My Younger Future Self this September.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 17, 2026
National Youth Theatre has revealed additional celebrity names as stars of stage and screen return to their NYT roots for a one night only staged performance, Letters to My Younger Future Self this September.
CHILDREN OF BLOOD AND BONE to Share Behind-the-Scenes Look, Trailer
by Joshua Wright - Jul 27, 2026
A behind-the-scenes look and trailer for the adaptation are set to be released, offering audiences an early glimpse ahead of the film's rollout.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 27, 2026
A behind-the-scenes look and trailer for the adaptation are set to be released, offering audiences an early glimpse ahead of the film's rollout.
Review: THE TRIAL, National Youth Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Jul 24, 2026
Tremendous wit and energy drive an accomplished show created in no time at all!
by Gary Naylor - Jul 24, 2026
Tremendous wit and energy drive an accomplished show created in no time at all!
Cynthia Erivo-Led PRIMA FACIE Film Will Premiere at Toronto International Film Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2026
The film adaptation of Prima Facie, starring Cynthia Erivo, will make its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. Learn more about the film here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2026
The film adaptation of Prima Facie, starring Cynthia Erivo, will make its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. Learn more about the film here!
Brian Cox to Receive 2026 Raindance Icon Award
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 16, 2026
Emmy, Olivier, and Golden Globe-winning actor Brian Cox will receive the RAINDANCE ICON AWARD this year at Raindance’s Opening Gala on 17 June, after the UK premiere of APRIL X.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 16, 2026
Emmy, Olivier, and Golden Globe-winning actor Brian Cox will receive the RAINDANCE ICON AWARD this year at Raindance’s Opening Gala on 17 June, after the UK premiere of APRIL X.
Miriam Margolyes, Lloyd Kaufman, Eddie Cochran to Receive Raindance Icon Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 10, 2026
Actress Miriam Margolyes and Troma Entertainment co-founder Lloyd Kaufman are named Raindance Icon Award recipients, with a posthumous honor going to rock & roll legend Eddie Cochran at the festival's 34th edition.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 10, 2026
Actress Miriam Margolyes and Troma Entertainment co-founder Lloyd Kaufman are named Raindance Icon Award recipients, with a posthumous honor going to rock & roll legend Eddie Cochran at the festival's 34th edition.
Review: THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND, @sohoplace
by Clementine Scott - May 14, 2026
In many ways, @sohoplace is the perfect venue for The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind: the intimate thrust staging is perfect for elaborate ensemble choreography and carousing the audience. This new musical, based on the memoir and film of the same name, is at its heart a story about community, and it works if we feel as immersed in that community as possible.
by Clementine Scott - May 14, 2026
In many ways, @sohoplace is the perfect venue for The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind: the intimate thrust staging is perfect for elaborate ensemble choreography and carousing the audience. This new musical, based on the memoir and film of the same name, is at its heart a story about community, and it works if we feel as immersed in that community as possible.
Cynthia Erivo to Return to the Hollywood Bowl in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2026
Emmy, Tony, and two-time Grammy winner and three-time Oscar nominee Cynthia Erivo is returning to the Hollywood Bowl with a solo, headlining concert this October.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2026
Emmy, Tony, and two-time Grammy winner and three-time Oscar nominee Cynthia Erivo is returning to the Hollywood Bowl with a solo, headlining concert this October.
Photos: THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND is Now Playing at @sohoplace
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
All new production photos have been released from the West End premiere of The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind which is currently in previews at @sohoplace theatre. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
All new production photos have been released from the West End premiere of The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind which is currently in previews at @sohoplace theatre. Check out the photos here!
Palm Springs International ShortFest Sets 32nd Edition This June
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 1, 2026
The Palm Springs International ShortFest, one of the largest showcases of short-form cinema in North America, will return for its 32nd edition from June 23-29, 2026, presented at the Festival Theaters in Palm Springs.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 1, 2026
The Palm Springs International ShortFest, one of the largest showcases of short-form cinema in North America, will return for its 32nd edition from June 23-29, 2026, presented at the Festival Theaters in Palm Springs.
Photos: THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND Opens At Royal Shakespeare Company
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2026
The Royal Shakespeare Company’s new musical THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND officially opened at the Swan Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon on Thursday, 19 February. Check out photos of the opening night celebration.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2026
The Royal Shakespeare Company’s new musical THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND officially opened at the Swan Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon on Thursday, 19 February. Check out photos of the opening night celebration.
Photos: THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND at The Royal Shakespeare Company
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2026
The Royal Shakespeare Company has released production images for The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, a bold and uplifting new musical telling the true story of William Kamkwamba.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2026
The Royal Shakespeare Company has released production images for The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, a bold and uplifting new musical telling the true story of William Kamkwamba.
Photos: The Royal Shakespeare Company's THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
The Royal Shakespeare Company has released rehearsal photos for The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, a bold and uplifting new musical telling the true story of William Kamkwamba. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
The Royal Shakespeare Company has released rehearsal photos for The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, a bold and uplifting new musical telling the true story of William Kamkwamba. Check out the photos here!
THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND Will Make West End Premiere @sohoplace
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025
The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) production of The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind will make its West End premiere @sohoplace following its run at the Swan Theatre in Stratford-Upon-Avon.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025
The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) production of The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind will make its West End premiere @sohoplace following its run at the Swan Theatre in Stratford-Upon-Avon.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Chiwetel Ejiofor been nominated for?
Best Actor (Evening Standard Awards) for A Season in the Congo, Best Actor (Evening Standard Awards) for Othello, Best Actor (Olivier Awards) for Othello , Best Supporting Actor (Olivier Awards) for Blue/Orange and Milton Shulman Award for Outstanding Newcomer (Evening Standard Awards) for Blue/Orange.
What awards has Chiwetel Ejiofor won?
Chiwetel Ejiofor has won the following awards: Best Actor at the Evening Standard Awards for Othello, Best Actor at the Olivier Awards for Othello, and the Milton Shulman Award for Outstanding Newcomer at the Evening Standard Awards for Blue/Orange.
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