Denzel Washington
Denzel Washington is an acclaimed American actor and filmmaker known for his powerful performances in dramas and thrillers. He is widely recognized for roles in films such as 'Training Day', 'Glory', and 'Malcolm X'. Washington is celebrated for his commanding presence and distinctive voice, earning... Read More
Known for
The Equalizer (2014)
McCall believes he has put his mysterious past behind him and dedicated himself to beginning a new, quiet life. But when he meets Teri,...
The Book of Eli (2010)
A post-apocalyptic tale, in which a lone man fights his way across America in order to protect a sacred book that holds the secrets...
Training Day (2001)
On his first day on the job as a narcotics officer, a rookie cop works with a rogue detective who isn't what he appears.
Personal details
Credits
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 |
Denzel Washington: Falling ForwardThe guts to fail and the aptitude to succeed. From humble beginnings, Oscar-winning Denzel Washington's astonishing career has evolved from... |
Unknown character | |
| 2025 |
Highest 2 LowestWhen a titan music mogul, widely known as having the "best ears in the business", is targeted with a ransom... |
David King | |
| 2025 |
Number One on the Call SheetSome of Hollywood's biggest stars reveal their journeys to game-changing leading roles. In candid interviews, they shine a light on... |
Self | |
| 2024 |
The Piano Lesson: Legacy and a VisionJoin the director, cast and producers of The Piano Lesson for an illuminating, intimate conversation about about bringing August Wilson's... |
Self | |
| 2024 |
The Making of Gladiator IIAn inside look that offers unprecedented access encompassing all aspects of production, from the grand scope of the sets —... |
Self | |
| 2024 |
Gladiator IIYears after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius is forced to... |
Macrinus | |
| 2024 |
Denzel Washington: American IconThis documentary dives into the life and work of Hollywood icon Denzel Washington. Explore his rise from theater beginnings to... |
Self | |
| 2024 |
Hollywood BlackThe epic story of the actors, writers, directors, and producers who fought for their place on the page, behind the... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 2023 |
The Equalizer 3Robert McCall finds himself at home in Southern Italy but he discovers his friends are under the control of local... |
Robert McCall | |
| 2022 |
SidneyThis revealing documentary honors the legendary Sidney Poitier—iconic actor, filmmaker, and civil rights activist. Featuring interviews with Denzel Washington, Spike... |
Self | |
| 2022 |
Whoopi Goldberg: The Winning ActWhoopi Goldberg is an award-winning comedian actress and human rights advocate. She has achieved amazing success in the entertainment industry.... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 2021 |
The Tragedy of MacbethMacbeth, the Thane of Glamis, receives a prophecy from a trio of witches that one day he will become King... |
Macbeth | |
| 2021 |
The Little ThingsDeputy Sheriff Joe "Deke" Deacon joins forces with Sgt. Jim Baxter to search for a serial killer who's terrorizing Los... |
Joe 'Deke' Deacon | |
| 2021 |
Quentin Tarantino: From a Movie Buff to a Hollywood LegendWho has ever compared Reservoir Dogs? What are “Open Road” and “New World Disorder”? Why is Harvey Keitel a fairy... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 2020 |
Chadwick Boseman: A Tribute for a KingA tribute to Chadwick Boseman, celebrating his life and legacy. |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 2020 |
Giving VoiceEvery year, thousands of high schoolers enter the August Wilson monologue competition for a chance to perform on Broadway. This... |
Self | |
| 2018 |
Denzel Washington: Reel LifeAlex Zane sits down with Denzel Washington to talk about his career and look at clips from the likes of... |
Self | |
| 2018 |
The Equalizer 2Robert McCall, who serves an unflinching justice for the exploited and oppressed, embarks on a relentless, globe-trotting quest for vengeance... |
Robert McCall | |
| 2017 |
Roman J. Israel, Esq.Hard-nosed liberal lawyer Roman J. Israel has been fighting the good fight forever while others take the credit. When his... |
Roman J. Israel | |
| 2017 |
Chasing TraneAn account of the life of the brilliant jazz musician John Coltrane (1926-67), a gifted saxophonist, an extraordinarily talented thinker... |
John Coltrane (voice) | |
| 2016 |
FencesIn 1950s Pittsburgh, a frustrated African-American father struggles with the constraints of poverty, racism, and his own inner demons as... |
Troy Maxson | |
| 2016 |
The Magnificent SevenLooking to mine for gold, greedy industrialist Bartholomew Bogue seizes control of the Old West town of Rose Creek. With... |
Sam Chisolm | |
| 2015 |
The Late Show with Stephen ColbertStephen Colbert brings his signature satire and comedy to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the #1 show in late... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2015 |
Close Up with The Hollywood ReporterSome of this year's most talked about talent open up about the challenges and triumphs of creating critically acclaimed series... |
Self | |
| 2014 |
The EqualizerMcCall believes he has put his mysterious past behind him and dedicated himself to beginning a new, quiet life. But... |
Robert McCall | |
| 2014 |
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy FallonAfter Jay Leno's second retirement from the program, Jimmy Fallon stepped in as his permanent replacement. After 42 years in... |
Self | |
| 2013 |
2 GunsA DEA agent and an undercover Naval Intelligence officer who have been tasked with investigating one another find they have... |
Robert 'Bobby' Trench | |
| 2013 |
Circus HalligalliA late night talk show, hosted by Joko and Klaas. |
Self | |
| 2012 |
FlightCommercial airline pilot Whip Whitaker has a problem with drugs and alcohol, though so far he's managed to complete his... |
Whip Whitaker | |
| 2012 |
Safe HouseA dangerous CIA renegade resurfaces after a decade on the run. When the safe house he's remanded to is attacked... |
Tobin Frost | |
| 2010 |
UnstoppableWhen a massive, unmanned locomotive roars out of control, the threat is more ominous than just a derailment. The train... |
Frank Barnes | |
| 2010 |
The Book of EliA post-apocalyptic tale, in which a lone man fights his way across America in order to protect a sacred book... |
Eli | |
| 2009 |
Live from Studio FiveLive from Studio Five was an early-evening British magazine programme which was produced by Sky News for Channel 5. It... |
Self | |
| 2009 |
The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3Armed men hijack a New York City subway train, holding the passengers hostage in return for a ransom, and turning... |
Walter Garber | |
| 2009 |
We Are One: The Obama Inaugural Celebration at the Lincoln MemorialA public celebration of the inauguration of Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States of America at... |
Self | |
| 2008 |
Fallen Empire: Making 'American Gangster'A five-part feature that examines the real-life story behind the film (including interview clips with the real Frank Lucas), the... |
Self | |
| 2007 |
The Great DebatersThe true story of a brilliant but politically radical debate team coach who uses the power of words to transform... |
Melvin B. Tolson | |
| 2007 |
American GangsterLoosely based on the criminal career of Frank Lucas, a gangster from La Grange, North Carolina, who smuggled heroin into... |
Frank Lucas | |
| 2007 |
The Graham Norton ShowEach week celebrity guests join Irish comedian Graham Norton to discuss what's being going on around the world that week. The... |
Self | |
| 2006 |
Déjà VuCalled in to recover evidence in the aftermath of a horrific explosion on a New Orleans ferry, Federal agent Doug... |
Doug Carlin | |
| 2006 |
Inside ManWhen an armed, masked gang enter a Manhattan bank, lock the doors and take hostages, the detective assigned to effect... |
Keith Frazier | |
| 2005 |
The Reichen ShowA list of celebrity interviews and sensational topics. |
Self - Guest | |
| 2005 |
By Any Means Necessary: The Making of 'Malcolm X'A short documentary about the making of Spike Lee's biopic, "Malcolm X." |
Self | |
| 2004 |
The Manchurian CandidateYears after his squad was ambushed during the Gulf War, Major Ben Marco finds himself having terrible nightmares. He begins... |
Major Bennett Ezekiel Marco | |
| 2004 |
People Like Us: Making 'Philadelphia'10 years after the release of "Philadelphia," director Jonathan Demme, Tom Hanks, Denzel Washington and others discuss about the making... |
Self (archive) | |
| 2004 |
Man on FireJaded ex-CIA operative John Creasy reluctantly accepts a job as the bodyguard for a 10-year-old girl in Mexico City. They... |
John W. Creasy | |
| 2004 |
On Air with Ryan SeacrestOn Air with Ryan Seacrest is an American syndicated television talk show, which ran from January 12, 2004 through September... |
Self | |
| 2003 |
Out of TimeMatt Lee Whitlock, respected chief of police in small Banyan Key, Florida, must solve a vicious double homicide before he... |
Matt Lee Whitlock | |
| 2003 |
The Ellen DeGeneres ShowThe Ellen DeGeneres Show, often shortened to just Ellen, is an American television talk show hosted by comedian/actress Ellen DeGeneres. |
Self | |
| 2003 |
The Evolution of an American FilmmakerSpike Lee's filmmaking career is examined in this partial making-of for the film 25th Hour (2002). Interviews with cast members... |
Self | |
| 2003 |
Jimmy Kimmel Live!Jimmy Kimmel Live! is an American late-night talk show, created and hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and broadcast on ABC. |
Self - Guest | |
| 2003 |
Jimmy Kimmel Live!Jimmy Kimmel Live! is an American late-night talk show, created and hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and broadcast on ABC. |
Self | |
| 2002 |
Antwone FisherA sailor prone to violent outbursts is sent to a naval psychiatrist for help. Refusing at first to open up,... |
Dr. Jerome Davenport | |
| 2002 |
Behind the Scenes of 'John Q'Documentary focusing on the making of the film featuring interviews with Denzel Washington, Nick Cassavetes, and Robert Duvall. Produced for... |
Self | |
| 2002 |
John QJohn Quincy Archibald is a father and husband whose son is diagnosed with an enlarged heart and then finds out... |
John Quincy Archibald | |
| 2001 |
Training DayOn his first day on the job as a narcotics officer, a rookie cop works with a rogue detective who... |
Alonzo | |
| 2000 |
Remember the TitansAfter leading his football team to 15 winning seasons, coach Bill Yoast is demoted and replaced by Herman Boone –... |
Coach Herman Boone | |
| 2000 |
Straight from the StreetsStraight From The Streets is a unique mosaic of inner city culture and politics that goes where no other film... |
Self | |
| 1999 |
The Bone CollectorLincoln Rhyme was the department's top homicide detective and leading expert in criminal forensics until an injury left him paralyzed,... |
Lincoln Rhyme | |
| 1999 |
The Early ShowThe Early Show is an American morning television show which was broadcast by CBS from New York City from 1999... |
Self - Guest | |
| 1999 |
The HurricaneThe story of Rubin "Hurricane" Carter, a boxer wrongly imprisoned for murder, and the people who aided in his fight... |
Rubin "Hurricane" Carter | |
| 1998 |
The SiegeThe secret US abduction of a suspected terrorist from his Middle East homeland leads to a wave of terrorist attacks... |
Anthony 'Hub' Hubbard | |
| 1998 |
TRLTotal Request Live was a television series on MTV that featured popular music videos. TRL was MTV's prime outlet for... |
Self | |
| 1998 |
He Got GameA basketball player's father must try to convince him to go to a college so he can get a shorter... |
Jake Shuttlesworth | |
| 1998 |
FallenHomicide detective John Hobbes witnesses the execution of serial killer Edgar Reese. Soon after the execution the killings start again,... |
John Hobbes | |
| 1997 |
Mother Goose: A Rappin' and Rhymin' SpecialWhoopi Goldberg is the voice of Mother Goose in this all-star, all-rhyming tale set in multi-ethnic nursery-rhyme land. |
Humpty Dumpty / The Crooked Man (voice) | |
| 1997 |
The ViewABC Daytime's morning chatfest, currently featuring Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Ana Navarro... |
Self | |
| 1996 |
The Preacher's WifeGood-natured Reverend Henry Biggs finds that his marriage to choir mistress Julia is flagging, due to his constant absence caring... |
Dudley | |
| 1996 |
NBA at 50Denzel Washington hosts this golden anniversary look at the game, players and coaches who help create NBA history. |
Self - Host | |
| 1996 |
Courage Under FireA US Army officer, who made a "friendly fire" mistake that was covered up, has been reassigned to a desk... |
Lieutenant Colonel Nathaniel Serling | |
| 1995 |
Devil in a Blue DressIn late 1940s Los Angeles, Easy Rawlins is an unemployed black World War II veteran with few job prospects. At... |
Easy Rawlins | |
| 1995 |
VirtuosityThe Law Enforcement Technology Advancement Centre (LETAC) has developed SID version 6.7: a Sadistic, Intelligent, and Dangerous virtual reality entity... |
Parker Barnes | |
| 1995 |
Crimson TideAfter the Cold War, a breakaway Russian republic with nuclear warheads becomes a possible worldwide threat. U.S. submarine Capt. Frank... |
Lt. Commander Ronald "Ron" Hunter | |
| 1995 |
Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every ChildHappily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child is an American anthology animated television series. |
King Omar (voice) | |
| 1995 |
Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every ChildHappily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child is an American anthology animated television series. |
Humpty Dumpty / Crooked Man (voice) | |
| 1995 |
The Making of 'Crimson Tide'This documentary provides viewers with a behind-the-scenes look at the making of this high-tension thriller about the decisions faced by... |
Self | |
| 1994 |
Sesame Street | All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever!Sesame Street All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever! was a 1994 TV special that aired on ABC to celebrate... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 1993 |
PhiladelphiaTwo competing lawyers join forces to sue a prestigious law firm for AIDS discrimination. As their unlikely friendship develops, their... |
Joe Miller | |
| 1993 |
The Pelican BriefA law student's theory about the recent deaths of two Supreme Court justices embroils her in a far-reaching web of... |
Gray Grantham | |
| 1993 |
Late Show with David LettermanDavid Letterman uses mature humor to appeal to his audience in this weeknight series, which gets its music from a... |
Self - Guest | |
| 1993 |
Much Ado About NothingIn this Shakespearean farce, Hero and her groom-to-be, Claudio, team up with Claudio's commanding officer, Don Pedro, the week before... |
Don Pedro | |
| 1992 |
Malcolm XA tribute to the controversial black activist and leader of the struggle for black liberation. He hit bottom during his... |
Malcolm X | |
| 1992 |
Liberators: Fighting on Two Fronts in World War IIAn account of Black American soldiers in World War II who combated racism in the segregated military and on the... |
Narrator (voice) | |
| 1992 |
Jammin': Jelly Roll Morton on BroadwayA behind the scenes look at the Broadway production of Jelly's Last Jam, including a tribute to jazz musician and... |
Narrator (voice) | |
| 1992 |
The Tonight Show with Jay LenoJay Leno hosts some of the biggest celebrities in the world. |
Unknown character | |
| 1991 |
RicochetAn attorney is terrorized by the criminal he put away years ago when he was a cop. |
Nick Styles | |
| 1991 |
Mississippi MasalaYears after her Indian family was forced to flee their Uganda home, twentysomething Mina finds herself co-operating a motel in... |
Demetrius Williams | |
| 1991 |
Rabbit Ears - AnansiTwo stories feature Anansi the Spider outsmarting various creatures to get their stories. The first story involves Anansi tricking Snake... |
Narrator (voice) | |
| 1990 |
Rabbit Ears - John HenryRead by Denzel Washington |
Narrator (voice) | |
| 1990 |
Mo' Better BluesTalented but self-centered trumpeter Bleek Gilliam is obsessed with his music and indecisiveness about his girlfriends Indigo and Clarke. But... |
Bleek Gilliam | |
| 1990 |
Heart ConditionRacist police officer Jack Moony has a vendetta against Napoleon Stone, a charismatic black lawyer who is sleeping with Jack's... |
Napoleon Stone | |
| 1989 |
GloryRobert Gould Shaw leads the US Civil War's first all-black volunteer company, fighting prejudices of both his own Union army... |
Pvt. Trip | |
| 1989 | Self | ||
| 1989 |
The Mighty QuinnPolice chief Xavier Quinn investigates the gruesome murder of Donald Pater, one of the wealthiest residents on a Caribbean island.... |
Xavier Quinn | |
| 1988 |
American ExperienceTV's most-watched history series brings to life the compelling stories from our past that inform our understanding of the world... |
Narrator (voice) | |
| 1988 |
LIVE with Kelly and MarkA morning talk show with A-list celebrity guests, top-notch performances and one-of-a-kind segments that are unrivaled on daytime television, plus... |
Self | |
| 1988 |
LIVE with Kelly and MarkA morning talk show with A-list celebrity guests, top-notch performances and one-of-a-kind segments that are unrivaled on daytime television, plus... |
Self - Guest | |
| 1988 |
The George McKenna StoryWashington plays a school principal in a tough inner city Los Angeles high school out to rid it of drugs,... |
George McKenna | |
| 1988 |
Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday TributeWembley Stadium hosts a concert featuring stars from the fields of music, comedy and film, in celebration of the 70th... |
Self | |
| 1988 |
For Queen & CountryA retired British soldier struggles to adjust to everyday life, with increasing difficulty. |
Reuben | |
| 1987 |
Cry FreedomA dramatic story, based on actual events, about the friendship between two men struggling against apartheid in South Africa in... |
Steve Biko | |
| 1986 |
License to KillA grieving family whose daughter was killed in a car crash with a drunken driver is outraged and frustrated as... |
Martin Sawyer | |
| 1986 |
PowerPete St. John is a powerful and successful political consultant, with clients spread around the country. When his long-time friend... |
Arnold Billings | |
| 1984 |
A Soldier's StoryIn a rural town in Louisiana, a black Master Sergeant is found shot to death just outside the local Army... |
Private First Class Peterson | |
| 1984 | Self | ||
| 1982 |
St. ElsewhereSt. Elsewhere is an American medical drama television series that originally ran on NBC from October 26, 1982 to May... |
Philip Chandler | |
| 1982 |
WoganChat show hosted by Terry Wogan, featuring live studio interviews with famous and notable personalities. |
Self | |
| 1981 |
Carbon CopyA middle-aged married wealthy white corporate executive is surprised to discover that he has a working-class black teen-age son who... |
Roger Porter | |
| 1981 |
Wetten, dass..?A long-running German-language entertainment television show based on the format of the British show You Bet! and the American show... |
Self | |
| 1979 |
Flesh & BloodA young street-tough-turned-boxer struggles to reach the top while finding his romance with an attractive TV reporter is complicated by... |
Kirk | |
| 1979 |
Flesh & BloodA young street-tough-turned-boxer struggles to reach the top while finding his romance with an attractive TV reporter is complicated by... |
Kirk | |
| 1979 |
CoriolanusA video recording of a New York Shakespeare Festival 1979 stage production of Coriolanus with an all-black and Hispanic cast.... |
Roman Soldier / Volscian Soldier | |
| 1979 |
CBS News Sunday MorningThe sparkling notes of a trumpet fanfare and the familiar logo of the sun alert viewers that it's time for... |
Self | |
| 1977 |
WilmaThe story of American track sprinter Wilma Rudolph, who overcame physical handicaps to win three gold medals in the 1960... |
Robert Eldridge, age 18 | |
| 1973 |
The American Film Institute Salute to ...In 1973 the American Film Institute initiated its Life Achievement Award, to be presented to a yearly recipient whose talent... |
Self - Honoree | |
| 1973 |
The American Film Institute Salute to ...In 1973 the American Film Institute initiated its Life Achievement Award, to be presented to a yearly recipient whose talent... |
Self | |
| 1971 |
Great PerformancesThe best in the performing arts from across America and around the world including a diverse programming portfolio of classical... |
Self | |
| 1956 |
Tony AwardsThe Antoinette Perry Award for Excellence in Theatre, more commonly known as a Tony Award, recognizes achievement in live Broadway... |
Self - Winner / Presenter | |
| 1956 |
Tony AwardsThe Antoinette Perry Award for Excellence in Theatre, more commonly known as a Tony Award, recognizes achievement in live Broadway... |
Self - Nominee | |
| 1956 |
Tony AwardsThe Antoinette Perry Award for Excellence in Theatre, more commonly known as a Tony Award, recognizes achievement in live Broadway... |
Self - Presenter | |
| 1953 |
The OscarsAn annual American awards ceremony honoring cinematic achievements in the film industry. The various category winners are awarded a copy... |
Self | |
| 1952 |
TodayToday is a daily American morning television show that airs on NBC. The program debuted on January 14, 1952. It... |
Self | |
| 1944 |
Golden Globe AwardsAn annual awards ceremony recognizing excellence in film and television, both domestic and foreign, bestowed by the Hollywood Foreign Press... |
Self - Presenter | |
| 1944 |
Golden Globe AwardsAn annual awards ceremony recognizing excellence in film and television, both domestic and foreign, bestowed by the Hollywood Foreign Press... |
Self - Nominee | |
| TBA |
Black Panther 3Rumored third installment in Marvel Studios’ Black Panther franchise. |
Unknown character | |
| TBA |
Here Comes the FloodAn unconventional heist movie about three people locked in a deadly game of cons and double crosses. |
Unknown character | |
| TBA |
Untitled Hannibal FilmHannibal the Great, one of history's greatest military commanders, leads the forces of Carthage against the Roman Republic during the... |
Hannibal the Great | |
| TBA |
American Gangster SpecialPreview of Ridley Scott's fact-based crime thriller, starring Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe. Broadcast on Film4. |
Self |
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Got a question about Denzel Washington?
Denzel Washington's career highlights include critically acclaimed performances in films like 'Training Day', 'Fences', and 'Glory'. He has received numerous accolades, including two Academy Awards and multiple Golden Globe Awards.
Yes, Denzel Washington has won two Oscars: Best Supporting Actor for 'Glory' in 1990 and Best Actor for 'Training Day' in 2002.
Denzel Washington's first film was 'Carbon Copy' released in 1981, where he played the role of a young man who discovers he has a white father.
Some of Denzel Washington's most successful films include 'Training Day', 'The Equalizer', and 'Remember the Titans', which have all grossed over $100 million at the box office.
Denzel Washington is married to Pauletta Washington, and they have four children. He is known for being private about his family life while being actively involved in philanthropy.
Denzel Washington's estimated net worth is around $250 million, making him one of the highest-paid actors in Hollywood.
Milestones in Denzel Washington's filmography include his directorial debut with 'Antwone Fisher' in 2002 and his Tony Award-winning performance in 'Fences', which he also adapted into a film.
Denzel Washington typically acts in drama and thriller genres, often portraying complex characters in intense narratives that showcase his range and depth as an actor.