John Kani
Born in New Brighton, Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Who is John Kani?
John Kani is an actor, born on 30 November 1943 in New Brighton, Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Best-known screen credits include The Lion King (2019), The Ghost and the Darkness (1996) and Sarafina! (1992).
Most searched questions about John Kani
Quick answers to common questions about John Kani.
How old is John Kani?
John Kani is 82 years old, born on 30 November 1943 in New Brighton, Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, South Africa.
What movies and shows has John Kani been in?
John Kani’s screen credits include Captain America: Civil War (2016), Silent Witness (1996), Play for Today (1970), What If...? (2021) and Playhouse (1974).
Popular credits
Top TMDB credits with character, festival, and worldwide box office.
| Title | Year | Role | Festival | Box Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captain America: Civil War | 2016 | King T'Chaka | — | $1.2B |
| Silent Witness | 1996 | Dr. Phiri | — | — |
| Play for Today | 1970 | George O'Brien | — | — |
| What If...? | 2021 | T'Chaka (voice) | — | — |
| Playhouse | 1974 | Styles / Buntu | — | — |
| Black Panther | 2018 | T'Chaka | — | $1.3B |
| Mufasa: The Lion King | 2024 | Rafiki (voice) | — | $723M |
| The Lion King | 2019 | Rafiki (voice) | — | $1.7B |
| Wallander | 2008 | Max Khulu | — | — |
| Murder Mystery | 2019 | Colonel Ulenga | — | — |
| Murder Mystery 2 | 2023 | Colonel Ulenga | — | — |
| Seal Team | 2021 | Brick (voice) | — | — |