
Emmanuel Kabongo
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Emmanuel Kabongo is an award-winning lead actor, known for his captivating performances across film, television, and digital platforms. His career has garnered critical acclaim, including three Canadian Screen Award nominations for his work in "Teenagers," "Death She Wrote," and "Chateau Laurier." Kabongo's exceptional talent has also earned him the Rising Star Award at the AfroGlobal Television Excellence Awards, Best Actor at the African Entertainment Awards. His performance in the breakout movie "SWAY" received widespread praise from critics, further solidifying his status as a leading man in the industry. Kabongo continues to bring depth and authenticity to each character he portrays, establishing himself as a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment world.
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Pompeii (2014)
as African Gladiator

Beautiful Wedding (2024)
as Buzz

Simulant (2023)
as Joshua

Christmas Magic (2011)
as Chef #1

Antibirth (2016)
as Luke

The Other Half (2016)
as Officer James

Brown Girl Begins (2017)
as Tony

Sway (2024)
as Sway

Trapped in the Spotlight (2025)
as Izaak

It Comes in Waves (2025)
as Coach Patterson

Extracurricular (2020)
as Mike Vanden
Jude and the Jinn (—)
as Marco

Québexit (2020)
as James Brodie

Death She Wrote (2021)
as Rand Tollson

Write Place, Write Time (2022)
as Daniel Rose

Guion (2018)
as Guion Bluford Jr.

Welcome (2024)
as Eric White





