Aaron Pierre

Acclaimed British actor Aaron Pierre most recently took on the role of the rebellious Randle P. McMurphy — the part made famous by Jack Nicholson in the Oscar-winning film — in One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest at The Old Vic, directed by Clint Dyer. The production ran from 1 April to 23 May 2026 as part of The Old Vic’s In The Round season.

Pierre has quickly become one of the UK’s most exciting acting talents, acclaimed for his intensity, depth, and screen presence across film, television and theatre.

Film and Television

Pierre’s screen credits include the award-winning Netflix film Rebel Ridge, which earned him the Emmy Award for Outstanding Television Movie, the Gotham TV Award for Outstanding Performance in an Original Film, and the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actor in a Television Movie, Mini-Series or Dramatic Special.

He also appeares in Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King, voicing the iconic character of Mufasa. His other film work includes Brother, Foe, Goat, and Love of Your Life, as well as a role in the Star Wars project Starfighter.

On television, Pierre has starred in the historical drama Genius: MLK/X (as Malcolm X), Barry Jenkins’ acclaimed The Underground Railroad, and appeared in Lanterns and The Morning Show.

Early Career

A graduate of the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA), Pierre first gained attention for his role as Dev-Em in the Syfy series Krypton (2018–2019). His breakthrough came with his moving performance in Jenkins’ The Underground Railroad (2021), followed by standout roles in the thriller Old (2021) and Rebel Ridge (2024).

Stage – Theatre Credits

His theatre credits include Othello at Shakespeare’s Globe, for which he was nominated for an Ian Charleson Award for his performance as Cassius, and King Hedley II at Theatre Royal Stratford East.

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