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 who began his career with Baywatch: Hawaii. He gained prominence as Ronon Dex in Stargate Atlantis and further recognition as Khal Drogo in Game of Thrones. Momoa has since starred in lead roles in series such as Frontier, See, and Chief of War. He is known for his action roles and contributions to popular television series.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1999: Debut on Baywatch Hawaii

In 1999, Jason Momoa met actress Simmone Jade Mackinnon on the set of Baywatch Hawaii and began his acting career as Jason Ioane in the series.

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2004: Cast on North Shore

In 2004, Jason Momoa was in the main cast as Frankie on the Fox drama North Shore.

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2005: Appearance in Stargate Atlantis

In 2005, Jason Momoa started his appearance in Stargate Atlantis, where he played as Ronon and learned martial arts for the role.

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2009: Final Stargate Atlantis appearance

In 2009, Jason Momoa finished his appearance in Stargate Atlantis as Ronon.

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2009: Cast in The Game

In 2009, Jason Momoa was cast as Roman in four episodes of the comedy-drama television series The Game.

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2011: Portrayal of Conan the Barbarian

In 2011, Jason Momoa portrayed the main character in Conan the Barbarian, a reimagining of the 1982 film of the same name.

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March 2014: Sugar Mountain Cast Addition

In March 2014, Jason Momoa joined the cast of the indie dark comedy/thriller Sugar Mountain.

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April 2014: Road to Paloma Film Festival Premiere

In April 2014, Jason Momoa's directorial debut, Road to Paloma, premiered at the Sarasota Film Festival.

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June 2014: Cast as Aquaman

In June 2014, it was reported that Jason Momoa was cast as Arthur Curry / Aquaman in the DC Extended Universe.

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July 15, 2014: Road to Paloma Theatrical Release

On July 15, 2014, Jason Momoa's film Road to Paloma had a limited theatrical release in New York City and Los Angeles, and was also released on VOD.

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August 2014: Momoa 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.

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February 2015: 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.

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2016: Frontier Series Debut

In 2016, Jason Momoa portrayed Declan Harp in the Canadian historical drama television series Frontier, also serving as an executive producer.

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March 2017: Cast in Just Cause Film Series

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

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2017: Momoa Played Aquaman 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.

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February 2, 2018: Braven Film Release

On February 2, 2018, the Canadian action film Braven, in which Jason Momoa was cast in 2015, was released.

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July 2018: Cast in Apple's See

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

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2018: End of Frontier Series

In 2018, Jason Momoa finished his role as Declan Harp in the Canadian historical drama television series Frontier.

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2018: Starring in Aquaman Solo Film

In late 2018, Jason Momoa starred in the Aquaman solo film.

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February 2019: Cast in Dune

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

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January 2022: Joins Fast & Furious 10

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

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2023: Final Aquaman Outings

In 2023, Jason Momoa made his final outings as Aquaman, beginning with a cameo in The Flash and reprising his role in Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.

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June 2024: 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.

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December 2024: Cast as Lobo in Supergirl

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

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2024: Formation of ÖOF TATATÁ

In 2024, Jason Momoa formed the power trio ÖOF TATATÁ with Kenny Dale Borill and Mike Hayes, performing in Nashville and Auckland.

May 2025: Confirmed for Street Fighter Reboot

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

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August 2025: Starring in Chief of War

In August 2025, Jason Momoa starred as Kaʻiana in Apple's historical drama series Chief of War, which he co-created and executive produced.

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February 11, 2026: Starring in Helldivers Film Adaptation

On February 11, 2026, it was announced that Jason Momoa is starring in the Helldivers film adaptation for Sony Pictures, PlayStation Productions, with Justin Lin directing.