Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jason Momoa

How Jason Momoa built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Jason Momoa is an American actor and film producer, notable for his roles in television series. He began his career in Baywatch: Hawaii before gaining prominence as Ronon Dex in Stargate Atlantis and Khal Drogo in Game of Thrones. He has also starred in Frontier and See, further establishing his presence in the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

March 2014: Momoa Joins Sugar Mountain

In March 2014, Jason Momoa joined the cast of the dark comedy/thriller indie film Sugar Mountain alongside Cary Elwes and Haley Webb. Principal photography took place in Alaska.

April 2014: Road to Paloma Premiered at Sarasota Film Festival

In April 2014, Road to Paloma, a film directed and co-written by Jason Momoa, premiered at the Sarasota Film Festival.

June 2014: Momoa Cast as Aquaman

In June 2014, Jason Momoa was reported to have been cast as Arthur Curry / Aquaman, after auditioning for Bruce Wayne / Batman.

July 15, 2014: Road to Paloma Theatrical and VOD Release

On July 15, 2014, Road to Paloma, a film directed and co-written by Jason Momoa, had a limited theatrical release in New York City and Los Angeles, along with a VOD release.

August 2014: Momoa Stars in Wolves and Debug

In August 2014, Jason Momoa portrayed Connor in the Canadian horror action film Wolves, and starred in the Sci-fi horror movie Debug, written and directed by David Hewlett.

February 2015: Momoa Cast in The Bad Batch

In February 2015, it was announced that Jason Momoa would portray a cannibal in the drama thriller film The Bad Batch.

March 2017: Momoa to Play Rico Rodriguez in Just Cause Film

In March 2017, it was announced that Jason Momoa would play Rico Rodriguez in the official Just Cause film series.

2017: Momoa Stars in Justice League

In 2017, Jason Momoa played Aquaman in the ensemble film Justice League and its director's cut, Zack Snyder's Justice League.

February 2, 2018: Release of Braven

On February 2, 2018, the Canadian action film Braven, starring Jason Momoa, was released.

July 2018: Momoa Cast in Apple's See

In July 2018, Jason Momoa was cast for Apple's post-apocalyptic drama series See.

2018: Momoa Stars in Aquaman Solo Film

In 2018, Jason Momoa starred in the Aquaman solo film, and reprised this role in The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part.

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February 2019: Momoa Cast as Duncan Idaho in Dune

In February 2019, Jason Momoa was cast as Duncan Idaho in the Denis Villeneuve film Dune.

January 2022: Momoa Joins Fast X as Villain

In January 2022, it was announced that Jason Momoa joined the cast of the tenth Fast & Furious film titled Fast X as the main villain, Dante Reyes.

2023: Final Appearances as Aquaman

In 2023, Jason Momoa concluded his portrayal of Aquaman, with an uncredited cameo in The Flash and reprising the role in Aquaman and the lost Kingdom.

June 2024: Momoa Cast in Carnival: At the End of Days

In June 2024, Jason Momoa was cast in the upcoming comedy film Carnival: At the End of Days.

December 2024: Momoa to Play Lobo in Supergirl

In December 2024, it was announced that Jason Momoa would play Lobo in the DC Universe film Supergirl.

2024: Momoa Forms ÖOF TATATÁ

In 2024, Jason Momoa formed the power trio ÖOF TATATÁ alongside Kenny Dale Borill and Mike Hayes, performing at Nashville's Cannery Hall in May and a one-off show in Auckland, New Zealand in August.

May 2025: Momoa Confirmed for Street Fighter Reboot

In May 2025, Jason Momoa was confirmed for the role of Blanka in the Street Fighter reboot film.

July 2025: Momoa Hosts Black Sabbath Concert

In July 2025, Jason Momoa hosted Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne's farewell concert, "Back to the Beginning" in Birmingham, England.

August 2025: Momoa Stars in Chief of War

In August 2025, Jason Momoa starred as Kaʻiana in Apple's historical drama series Chief of War. Momoa is also the series' co-creator and executive producer.