Kenneth Choi

Born:October 20, 1971

Place of Birth:Chicago, Illinois, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Kenneth Choi, born on October 20, 1971, has become a familiar face in the American entertainment industry. With a diverse range of roles under his belt, Choi has showcased his talent and versatility as an actor over the years. One of his notable portrayals was that of Henry Lin in the acclaimed television series "Sons of Anarchy," where he captivated audiences with his compelling performance.

Choi's on-screen presence extended beyond television, as he made a memorable appearance in Martin Scorsese's "The Wolf of Wall Street" as Chester Ming. His ability to immerse himself in various characters has garnered him critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base. Another significant role was his portrayal of Judge Lance Ito in "The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story," where he showcased his range as an actor.

Not limited to television and film, Choi has also left his mark in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Fans of the franchise will recognize him as Jim Morita in "Captain America: The First Avenger" and as Principal Morita in "Spider-Man: Homecoming." His contributions to these blockbuster films have solidified his presence in the realm of superhero cinema.

In addition to his impressive filmography, Choi's talent shines through in his portrayal of Lewis on the Fox comedy series "The Last Man on Earth." His comedic timing and ability to bring characters to life have made him a standout in both dramatic and comedic roles. Since 2018, Choi has continued to showcase his skills on the Fox drama series "9-1-1," where he plays the role of LAFD firefighter Howie "Chimney" Han.

With a career marked by diverse roles and compelling performances, Kenneth Choi has established himself as a versatile actor in the entertainment industry. His dedication to his craft and ability to embody characters with depth and authenticity have earned him recognition and praise from audiences and critics alike. As he continues to take on new projects and challenge himself with different roles, Choi's talent and passion for acting continue to shine brightly in Hollywood.

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The Wolf of Wall Street

Chester Ming

2013

A New York stockbroker refuses to cooperate in a large securities fraud case involving corruption on Wall Street, corporate banking world and mob infiltration. Based on Jordan Belfort's autobiography.

Spider-Man: Homecoming

Principal Morita

2017

Following the events of Captain America: Civil War, Peter Parker, with the help of his mentor Tony Stark, tries to balance his life as an ordinary high school student in Queens, New York City, with fighting crime as his superhero alter ego Spider-Man as a new threat, the Vulture, emerges.

Captain America: The First Avenger

Jim Morita

2011

During World War II, Steve Rogers is a sickly man from Brooklyn who's transformed into super-soldier Captain America to aid in the war effort. Rogers must stop the Red Skull – Adolf Hitler's ruthless head of weaponry, and the leader of an organization that intends to use a mysterious device of untold powers for world domination.

Suicide Squad

Yakuza Boss

2016

From DC Comics comes the Suicide Squad, an antihero team of incarcerated supervillains who act as deniable assets for the United States government, undertaking high-risk black ops missions in exchange for commuted prison sentences.

The Terminal

CBP Officer

2004

An Eastern European tourist unexpectedly finds himself stranded in JFK airport, and must take up temporary residence there.

War

Takada

2007

FBI agent Jack Crawford is out for revenge when his partner is killed and all clues point to the mysterious assassin Rogue. But when Rogue turns up years later to take care of some unfinished business, he triggers a violent clash of rival gangs. Will the truth come out before it's too late? And when the dust settles, who will remain standing?

Red Dawn

Smith

2012

A city in Washington state awakens to the surreal sight of foreign paratroopers dropping from the sky—shockingly, the U.S. has been invaded and their hometown is the initial target. Quickly and without warning, the citizens find themselves prisoners and their town under enemy occupation. Determined to fight back, a group of young patriots seek refuge in the surrounding woods, training and reorganizing themselves into a guerrilla group of fighters.

Bright

Yamahara

2017

In an alternate present-day where magical creatures live among us, two L.A. cops become embroiled in a prophesied turf battle.

Street Kings

Boss Kim

2008

Tom Ludlow is a disillusioned L.A. Police Officer, rarely playing by the rules and haunted by the death of his wife. When evidence implicates him in the execution of a fellow officer, he is forced to go up against the cop culture he's been a part of his entire career, ultimately leading him to question the loyalties of everyone around him.

Gringo

Marty

2018

An American businessman with a stake in a pharmaceutical company that's about to go public finds his life is thrown into turmoil by an incident in Mexico.

Hotel Artemis

Buke

2018

Los Angeles, June 21st, 2028. While the streets are being torn apart by riots, the Nurse, who runs a clandestine hospital for criminals in the penthouse of the Artemis, a closed old hotel, has a rough night dealing with troublemaker clients: thieves, assassins, someone from the past and the one who owns the place and the whole city.

Harsh Times

Fujimoto

2005

Jim Davis is an ex-Army Ranger who finds himself slipping back into his old life of petty crime after a job offer from the LAPD evaporates. His best friend is pressured by his girlfriend Sylvia to find a job, but Jim is more interested in hanging out and making cash from small heists, while trying to get a law enforcement job so he can marry his Mexican girlfriend.

Halloweentown

Hip-Sales-Creature

1998

On her 13th birthday, Marnie learns she's a witch, discovers a secret portal, and is transported to Halloweentown — a magical place where ghosts and ghouls, witches and werewolves live apart from the human world. But she soon finds herself battling wicked warlocks, evil curses, and endless surprises.