Person profile

David Gyasi

47%WokeWoke score · lower is better50% personal • 40% work

Published titles: 6
Crew roles: 0
Cast roles: 6
Profile updated: October 3, 2026
TMDB person ID: 55411

Personal context

Summary

David Gyasi is a British actor known for Cloud Atlas, Interstellar, White Heat, Troy: Fall of a City and The Diplomat. His work spans historical drama, science fiction and fantasy, and he has discussed the importance of black actors appearing in prominent roles. He has said he seeks stories that offer new perspectives or advance representation, and that he shaped Austin Dennison to value inclusivity beyond appearance. He is a Tearfund ambassador; no public party campaigning or broader political affiliations are on record.

Known Work

Published titles

The Diplomat
2023
as Foreign Secretary Austin Dennison
37%
Carnival Row
2019
as Agreus Astrayon
80%
Cold Blood
2019