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André Jacobs
Actor

André Jacobs

31 Mar 1954Born
72Age
51Credits
Johannesburg, South AfricaBirthplace

Biography

Andre Jacobs is a South African actor known for his versatile and captivating performances on both stage and screen.

After great success in South African theatre, film and television he broke into the international market with a splash. His credits include such high profile productions as 'Black Sails', 'Warrior', 'The Mauritanian' and 'Hammerskjold' most recently. Without losing sight of his roots, he continues to be a force in the South African television and film market, lending his gravitas to productions such as 'Juffrou X', and Die Byl.

Throughout his career, Jacobs has received critical acclaim for his performances.

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He has been nominated for numerous awards, including a Fleur Du Cap Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role. Jacobs remains one of South Africa's most talented actors, able to captivate audiences with his powerful performances and commitment to his craft.

Known for

Filmography

  1. 2026How to Make a KillingFilm: Judge
  2. 2025Mektoub, My Love: Canto DueFilm: Jack Patterson
  3. 2024The CarpenterFilm: Amos
  4. 2024Een Keer Om Die SonSeries: Chris Vos (6 episodes)
  5. 2024Juffrou XSeries: Tinus Kriel (8 episodes)
  6. 2024Plan BSeries: Zeev Lansky (5 episodes)
  7. 2024SummertideSeries: Jack Field (52 episodes)
  8. 2023Hammarskjöld: Fight for PeaceFilm: Radcliff
  9. 2022Abraham LincolnSeries: Gideon Welles (3 episodes)
  10. 2022IndemnityFilm: General Alan Shard
  11. 2021InvasionSeries: Dr. Robert G. Peterson (2 episodes)
  12. 2021The MauritanianFilm: Judge Robertson
  13. 2020ProfessionalsSeries: Reginald 'Reggie' Swann (6 episodes)
  14. 2020SpellFilm: Wyman Thatcher
  15. 2019Inside Man: Most WantedFilm: Sergeant Sam Abrams
  16. 2019WarriorSeries: Merriweather (2 episodes)
  17. 2017BreatheFilm: Governor
  18. 2016Die BylSeries: Andre Wentzel, Pienaar Greeff (1 episode)
  19. 2016ForeverFilm
  20. 2014Spud 3: Learning to FlyFilm: New Glock
  21. 2014Black SailsSeries: De Groot (16 episodes)
  22. 2013FelixFilm: Mr. Murray
  23. 2011Treasure GuardsFilm: Teddy
  24. 2011Bush Pilots Do Not KissFilm: Donald van Dein
  25. 2010Black VenusFilm: Hendrick Caezar
  26. 2009InvictusFilm: T.V. Announcer
  27. 2009Natalee HollowayFilm: Detective Roemer
  28. 2008HansieFilm: Dr. Ali Bacher
  29. 2007Goodbye BafanaFilm: Brigadier Morkel
  30. 2005The Poseidon AdventureFilm: Gravanese
  31. 2004In My CountryFilm: Judge
  32. 2003The Bone SnatcherFilm: Dr. Muller
  33. 2003Citizen VerdictFilm: Jack Hamilton
  34. 2001The Red Phone: ManhuntFilm: Sgt. Winslow
  35. 2000Second SkinFilm: Harvey
  36. 1999Pirates of the PlainFilm: Thurston
  37. 1997Mandela and de KlerkFilm: Niels Barnard
  38. 1997The Lost CityFilm: Morgan
  39. 1996The One That Got AwayFilm: Navigator
  40. 1994The Visual Bible: ActsFilm: John
  41. 1994Demon KeeperFilm: Chris Gregory (as André Jacobs)
  42. 1993Prey for the HunterFilm: Bob Jenkins
  43. 1991Curse of the Crystal EyeFilm: Frenchie (as André Jacobs)
  44. 1991The Night of the 19thFilm: Herman Stassen
  45. 1991Curse III: Blood SacrificeFilm: Geoff Armstrong
  46. 1991PursuitFilm: Bob Matthews (as André Jacobs)
  47. 1990Return to JusticeFilm: Sgt. Garcia
  48. 1988Paradise RoadFilm
  49. 1988Platoon LeaderFilm: Captain Davies
  50. 1985Van der Merwe PIFilm: Santino
  51. 1985Wild ManeuvresFilm: Prester John

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