Chiwetel Ejiofor
Latest News on Chiwetel Ejiofor:
THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND Will Make West End Premiere @sohoplace (Nov 21, 2025)
THE LIFE OF CHUCK Sets Digital, 4K, and Blu-ray Release Dates (Jul 24, 2025)
June Squibb-Led ELEANOR THE GREAT Sets September Release Date (Jul 17, 2025)
THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND Will Make West End Premiere @sohoplace (Nov 21, 2025)
THE LIFE OF CHUCK Sets Digital, 4K, and Blu-ray Release Dates (Jul 24, 2025)
June Squibb-Led ELEANOR THE GREAT Sets September Release Date (Jul 17, 2025)
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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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Awards and Nominations
Evening Standard Awards - 2013 - Best Actor
Chiwetel EjioforA 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 EjioforBlue/Orange
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 2000 - Milton Shulman Award for Outstanding Newcomer
Chiwetel EjioforBlue/Orange
Videos
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
VIDEO: Check Out Disney's New Roaring Special Look From THE LION KING
by Tori Hartshorn - 2019-02-25 10:44:25
News
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.
THE LIFE OF CHUCK Sets Digital, 4K, and Blu-ray Release Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 24, 2025
The Life of Chuck, the new film inspired by Stephen King's short story and directed by Mike Flanagan, will be available on digital platforms to rent or own starting July 29, 2025 and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD on September 30.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 24, 2025
The Life of Chuck, the new film inspired by Stephen King's short story and directed by Mike Flanagan, will be available on digital platforms to rent or own starting July 29, 2025 and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD on September 30.
June Squibb-Led ELEANOR THE GREAT Sets September Release Date
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 17, 2025
Eleanor the Great has a release date. Scarlett Johansson’s directorial debut, which stars June Squibb in a celebrated performance, will be released in theaters nationwide and in Canada on September 26, 2025 by Sony Pictures Classics.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 17, 2025
Eleanor the Great has a release date. Scarlett Johansson’s directorial debut, which stars June Squibb in a celebrated performance, will be released in theaters nationwide and in Canada on September 26, 2025 by Sony Pictures Classics.
Photos: Charlize Theron, Uma Thurman, & More Attend THE OLD GUARD 2 Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 26, 2025
On Tuesday, Netflix celebrated the upcoming release of its highly anticipated film, The Old Guard 2, the sequel to the 2020 superhero movie starring Charlize Theron. Take a look at photos from the LA premiere!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 26, 2025
On Tuesday, Netflix celebrated the upcoming release of its highly anticipated film, The Old Guard 2, the sequel to the 2020 superhero movie starring Charlize Theron. Take a look at photos from the LA premiere!
Video: Tom Hiddleston Stars in Final Trailer for THE LIFE OF CHUCK
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 4, 2025
NEON has released the final trailer for The Life of Chuck, the whimsical new film starring Tom Hiddleston. Based on the short story by Stephen King, the movie will receive a limited theatrical release on June 6, before hitting theaters everywhere on June 13. Watch the trailer now!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 4, 2025
NEON has released the final trailer for The Life of Chuck, the whimsical new film starring Tom Hiddleston. Based on the short story by Stephen King, the movie will receive a limited theatrical release on June 6, before hitting theaters everywhere on June 13. Watch the trailer now!
Tom Hiddleston Is 'Open' to Starring in a Movie Musical
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 3, 2025
During the Hollywood premiere of his new film The Life of Chuck, actor Tom Hiddleston shared his love for movie musicals, also revealing that he would be open to starring in one in the future.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 3, 2025
During the Hollywood premiere of his new film The Life of Chuck, actor Tom Hiddleston shared his love for movie musicals, also revealing that he would be open to starring in one in the future.
Video: Charlize Theron Returns in THE OLD GUARD 2 Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - May 9, 2025
Netflix has released the official trailer for The Old Guard 2, the sequel to the 2020 superhero movie starring Charlize Theron. Watch the trailer for the film, which also stars franchise newcomers Uma Thurman and Henry Golding.
by Josh Sharpe - May 9, 2025
Netflix has released the official trailer for The Old Guard 2, the sequel to the 2020 superhero movie starring Charlize Theron. Watch the trailer for the film, which also stars franchise newcomers Uma Thurman and Henry Golding.
Photos: First-Look at Charlize Theron in THE OLD GUARD 2
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 23, 2025
Netflix has shared first-look photos for The Old Guard 2, the upcoming sequel to the 2020 film starring Charlize Theron. Based on the graphic novels of the same name, the new movie is set to debut on July 2, 2025.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 23, 2025
Netflix has shared first-look photos for The Old Guard 2, the upcoming sequel to the 2020 film starring Charlize Theron. Based on the graphic novels of the same name, the new movie is set to debut on July 2, 2025.
National Youth Theatre Hosts Behind The Camera Workshops For Young People From Across The North East
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2025
As part of Netflix and National Youth Theatre's IGNITE Your Creativity partnership, young people aged 16-25 from across the North East have been benefiting from free workshops and visits exploring behind-camera roles in the UK's film and TV industry.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2025
As part of Netflix and National Youth Theatre's IGNITE Your Creativity partnership, young people aged 16-25 from across the North East have been benefiting from free workshops and visits exploring behind-camera roles in the UK's film and TV industry.
Broadway Streaming Guide: February 2025 - Where to Watch WAITRESS, THE LION KING Concert, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 11, 2025
This February, there are plenty of new things for Broadway fans to stream across our favorite streaming services, including Sara Bareilles' Waitress, The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl, and more!
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 11, 2025
This February, there are plenty of new things for Broadway fans to stream across our favorite streaming services, including Sara Bareilles' Waitress, The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl, and more!
Full Cast and Creative Team Set For MY MASTER BUILDER Starring Ewan McGregor and More
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2025
Elizabeth Debicki, Kate Fleetwood, David Ajala, and Mirren Mack join Ewan McGregor to complete the cast of My Master Builder - a new play by American playwright and screenwriter Lila Raicek.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2025
Elizabeth Debicki, Kate Fleetwood, David Ajala, and Mirren Mack join Ewan McGregor to complete the cast of My Master Builder - a new play by American playwright and screenwriter Lila Raicek.
Cynthia Erivo, Viola Davis, & More Join CHILDREN OF BLOOD AND BONE Film
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 22, 2025
Cynthia Erivo, Viola Davis, Idris Elba, Amandla Stenberg, Lashana Lynch, and more have joined the cast of Children of Blood and Bone, Paramount's upcoming film adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi's bestselling young adult novel.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 22, 2025
Cynthia Erivo, Viola Davis, Idris Elba, Amandla Stenberg, Lashana Lynch, and more have joined the cast of Children of Blood and Bone, Paramount's upcoming film adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi's bestselling young adult novel.
National Youth Theatre Will Host Biggest Ever Round of Free Nationwide Auditions
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2025
National Youth Theatre has announced dates for their biggest ever round of free nationwide auditions across 14 UK cities in 2025, as well as video and school auditions.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2025
National Youth Theatre has announced dates for their biggest ever round of free nationwide auditions across 14 UK cities in 2025, as well as video and school auditions.
Video: Renée Zellweger Stars in BRIDGET JONES: MAD ABOUT THE BOY Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2024
Peacock has just shared the first trailer for the next installment in the fan-favorite Bridget Jones franchise. Renée Zellweger returns to the role that established a romantic-comedy heroine for the ages. Watch the trailer now!
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2024
Peacock has just shared the first trailer for the next installment in the fan-favorite Bridget Jones franchise. Renée Zellweger returns to the role that established a romantic-comedy heroine for the ages. Watch the trailer now!
Ella Stiller, Josh Malina, and Mimi Lieber Will Lead Reading of THE LAST YIDDISH SPEAKER By Deborah Zoe Laufer
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2024
Recent Julliard graduate Ella Stiller and Broadway and television star Joshua Malina will headline the opening of the Festival of New Jewish Plays, a collaboration between the Jewish Plays Project and Berkshire Theatre Group .
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2024
Recent Julliard graduate Ella Stiller and Broadway and television star Joshua Malina will headline the opening of the Festival of New Jewish Plays, a collaboration between the Jewish Plays Project and Berkshire Theatre Group .
Video: ROB PEACE Trailer Starring Mary J. Blige and Chiwetel Ejiofor
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 17, 2024
Paramount has released the trailer for Rob Peace, the upcoming film directed, adapted by, and starring Chiwetel Ejiofor. The film follows the true story of a brilliant young man (Jay Will) torn between his father's shadowed past and his own promising future.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 17, 2024
Paramount has released the trailer for Rob Peace, the upcoming film directed, adapted by, and starring Chiwetel Ejiofor. The film follows the true story of a brilliant young man (Jay Will) torn between his father's shadowed past and his own promising future.
BRIDGET JONES: MAD ABOUT THE BOY Reveals Additional Casting
by Josh Sharpe - May 29, 2024
According to multiple reports, the upcoming Bridget Jones film has rounded out its supporting cast. Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy will see the return of several fan-favorite cast members from the previous films including Gemma Jones, Jim Broadbent, Sarah Solemani, Sally Phillips, Shirley Henderson, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - May 29, 2024
According to multiple reports, the upcoming Bridget Jones film has rounded out its supporting cast. Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy will see the return of several fan-favorite cast members from the previous films including Gemma Jones, Jim Broadbent, Sarah Solemani, Sally Phillips, Shirley Henderson, and more.
BRIDGET JONES Sequel Greenlit; Renée Zellweger, Hugh Grant and Emma Thompson Star
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 9, 2024
On Tuesday, it was officially announced that Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, the fourth film in the franchise, is in development. The film will see the return of Renee Zellweger in the Oscar-nominated role and Hugh Grant as love interest Daniel Cleaver, who was absent in the previous film. Emma Thompson also returns as Bridget's doctor Rawling.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 9, 2024
On Tuesday, it was officially announced that Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, the fourth film in the franchise, is in development. The film will see the return of Renee Zellweger in the Oscar-nominated role and Hugh Grant as love interest Daniel Cleaver, who was absent in the previous film. Emma Thompson also returns as Bridget's doctor Rawling.
Meet the Cast of MARY JANE, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2024
The Broadway premiere of Mary Jane, written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Amy Herzog, starring Academy Award nominee & Critics Choice Award Winner Rachel McAdams, begins previews on Broadway tonight, Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Meet the cast of Mary Jane here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2024
The Broadway premiere of Mary Jane, written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Amy Herzog, starring Academy Award nominee & Critics Choice Award Winner Rachel McAdams, begins previews on Broadway tonight, Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Meet the cast of Mary Jane here!
Joseph Marcell Will Lead the UK Tour of A SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2024
Stage, film and TV star Joseph Marcell will head the cast of Seán Aydon's new production of The School For Scandal, which begins a major UK tour this spring.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2024
Stage, film and TV star Joseph Marcell will head the cast of Seán Aydon's new production of The School For Scandal, which begins a major UK tour this spring.
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 several prestigious awards, including Best Actor at the Evening Standard Awards for his role in Othello. He also received the Best Actor award at the Olivier Awards for the same performance in Othello. Additionally, he was honored with the Milton Shulman Award for Outstanding Newcomer at the Evening Standard Awards for his work in Blue/Orange.
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