If you’re a fan of superhero movies, you’re probably familiar with Jason Momoa, known for his rugged appearance with long hair, a bushy beard, and a strong and captivating cowboy-style persona.
Jason Momoa, whose full name is Joseph Jason Namakaeha Momoa, is an American actor, director, and producer. Born on August 1, 1979, Momoa’s father is a native Hawaiian painter, and his mother is of German, Irish, and Native American descent.
Standing at an ideal height of 6 feet 4 inches (193 cm), Jason Momoa initially worked as a model before transitioning into acting, appearing in series like Baywatch Hawaii. Despite some early roles in projects like North Shore (2004-2005), Johnson Family Vacation (2004), Stargate: Atlantis (2005-2009), The Game (2009), Momoa’s breakthrough came with his role as Khal Drogo in the popular HBO series Game of Thrones in 2011. He later gained further recognition for his portrayal of the DC Comics superhero Aquaman in the Warner Bros. film franchise.
In 2018, Jason Momoa topped TC Candler’s list of the 100 most handsome men in the world, surpassing renowned names like Leonardo DiCaprio, Cristiano Ronaldo, and David Beckham.
Additionally, Momoa has lent his voice to various projects and animated films, including The Simpsons (1989), Lego 2 (2019), the environmental conservation project Nature Is Speaking (2021), and the documentary film American Masters (2022).
Jason Momoa’s Top Movies and TV Shows
Fast & Furious X (2023) – Fast & Furious X serves as a sequel to Fast & Furious 9: The Fast Saga (2021). The film revolves around Dominic “Dom” Toretto (Vin Diesel) protecting his team and family from Dante Reyes (Jason Momoa), who seeks revenge for his father’s death.
Slumberland (2022) – Inspired by the classic comic strip “Little Nemo in Slumberland” by Winsor McCay, Slumberland follows the adventures of Nemo (Marlow Barkley) and her companion Flip (Jason Momoa) in a dreamlike world.
See (2019-2022) – See is a sci-fi television series set in a post-apocalyptic future where humanity has lost the sense of sight. Momoa stars as Baba Voss, a tribal leader who protects his children, who possess the ability to see, in a dangerous world.
Dune (2021) – In Dune, Momoa portrays Duncan Idaho, a loyal warrior and friend to Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) in a visually stunning adaptation of Frank Herbert’s sci-fi novel.
Zack Snyder’s Justice League (2021) – In this director’s cut of Justice League, Momoa reprises his role as Aquaman alongside other DC superheroes, uniting to defend Earth against the villainous Steppenwolf.
Aquaman (2018) – Aquaman explores the origin of Arthur Curry (Aquaman), the son of Atlanna (Nicole Kidman) and Thomas Curry, who must embrace his destiny to become the king of Atlantis and protect both the underwater kingdom and the surface world.
Jason Momoa’s diverse filmography showcases his versatility as an actor, from action-packed blockbusters to thought-provoking sci-fi dramas, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in Hollywood.
