History of Damson Idris in Timeline

Damson Idris is a British actor and entrepreneur recognized primarily for his leading role in John Singleton's crime drama series, Snowfall, which aired on FX from 2017 to 2023. He also played a significant role in the Netflix sci-fi action film Outside the Wire (2021).

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1983: Snowfall Setting

The first season of Snowfall, which premiered in July 2017, is set in 1983 during the verge of the crack cocaine epidemic in the United States.

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1984: Snowfall Series 2 Setting

The second series of Snowfall, which premiered in July 2018, is set in 1984.

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2002: Met Queen Elizabeth II

In 2002, Damson Idris shook the hand of Queen Elizabeth II during her Golden Jubilee, as his team took part in the celebration.

2013: Miranda Appearance

In 2013, Damson Idris had a part on the British series Miranda.

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2015: Appearances in Doctors and Casualty

In 2015, Damson Idris had roles in the British series Doctors and Casualty.

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2016: First Big Screen Part

In 2016, Damson Idris had his first big screen part in the British thriller City of Tiny Lights, starring Riz Ahmed.

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May 2017: Emerging Talent Award

In May 2017, Damson Idris won the "Emerging Talent Award" at the 12th Screen Nation Film and Television Awards in London.

July 2017: Snowfall Debut

In July 2017, Damson Idris's breakout role as Franklin Saint in the FX crime drama Snowfall from John Singleton debuted.

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2017: American Film Debut

In 2017, Damson Idris made his American film debut in Megan Leavey alongside Kate Mara.

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July 2018: Snowfall Series 2 Premiere

In July 2018, the second series of Snowfall, set in 1984, premiered.

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2018: Roles in The Commuter and Farming

In 2018, Damson Idris had a part as an FBI agent in the film The Commuter with Liam Neeson, and starred in Farming alongside Kate Beckinsale.

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2019: Award for Best Actor

In 2019, Damson Idris won the Award for Best Actor in a British Film at the Edinburgh Film Festival for his portrayal in Farming. He also appeared in "Smithereens", an episode of Black Mirror.

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April 2023: Joins F1 Film

On April 7, 2023, it was announced that Damson Idris will star alongside Brad Pitt in the upcoming film F1 for Apple TV+, directed by Joseph Kosinski.

2024: Alumni Award

In 2024, Damson Idris received an Alumni Award for Outstanding Contribution to Culture and Creativity from Brunel University London.

May 2025: Stars in Miles & Juliette

On May 12, 2025, it was announced that Damson Idris will star alongside Anamaria Vartolomei in the upcoming film Miles & Juliette, directed by Bill Pohlad.