Who is Idris Elba?
Idris Elba is global crossover actor across film, TV, and music. Their film and television work anchors discovery across Celluloid’s Stars directory and catalog titles.
Key Accolades & Awards
- Major domestic and international screen recognition
- High global search and streaming visibility
- Global crossover actor across film, TV, and music
Most searched questions about Idris Elba
Direct answers to the questions people search most about Idris Elba — written for quick scanning and AI overviews.
Is there a new Luther movie?
Yes — confirmed Feb 4, 2026: a second Luther feature film with Elba, Ruth Wilson and Dermot Crowley returning; production began Feb 2026 in London; release likely 2027.
Who is Idris Elba’s wife?
Sabrina Dhowre Elba — Somali-American model and UN IFAD Goodwill Ambassador; married April 26, 2019, in Marrakesh. His third marriage.
How old is Idris Elba?
Born September 6, 1972, in Hackney, London → 53. Parents from Sierra Leone and Ghana.
What is Idris Elba’s net worth?
Estimated ~$50M; reportedly $8–10M per major film; films grossed $9.8B+. All estimated. Treat all celebrity net-worth figures as estimates — Celluloid does not audit private wealth.
How many children does Idris Elba have?
Two — daughter Isan (b. ~2002) and son Winston (b. ~2014).
Will Idris Elba be the next James Bond?
He addressed the rumors at the Red Sea Film Festival (Dec 2025): “no truth” to them — he has repeatedly ruled it out.
What are Idris Elba’s upcoming projects?
Hijack Season 2 (premiered Jan 14, 2026, Apple TV+); Masters of the Universe (June 5, 2026, as Man-At-Arms); Children of Blood and Bone (Jan 2027); he plans to transition fully into directing.
How tall is Idris Elba?
6’2” (189 cm). See the Celluloid star profile for related credits and People’s Choice voting.
Is Idris Elba a DJ?
Yes — long-running DJ career as “DJ Big Driis,” which predates his acting; he also produces music and played Coachella 2019.
How did Idris Elba become famous?
Breakthrough as Stringer Bell in HBO’s The Wire; Golden Globe for Luther (2012); acclaimed as Nelson Mandela (2013); Beasts of No Nation (2015); People’s Sexiest Man Alive 2018; voices Knuckles in the Sonic films.
Celluloid Score career
From titles scored in the Celluloid catalogue.
- Career average
- 76%
- 2 scored titles
Upcoming on Celluloid
- Sonic the Hedgehog 4 March 11, 2027 · Coming soon
Where their Celluloid credits come from
Production country and primary language on titles in our catalogue — not personal nationality.
By country
By language
- English 3
Ranked by Celluloid Score
Idris Elba titles in the Celluloid catalogue, sorted by Celluloid Score.
TV & dramas on Celluloid
Idris Elba series in the Celluloid catalogue, sorted by Celluloid Score.
Popular credits
Top TMDB credits with character, festival, and worldwide box office.
| Title | Year | Role | Festival | Box Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Wire | 2002 | Stringer Bell | — | — |
| Avengers: Infinity War | 2018 | Heimdall | — | $2.1B |
| Sonic the Hedgehog 3 | 2024 | Knuckles (voice) | — | $492M |
| Thor: Ragnarok | 2017 | Heimdall | — | $855M |
| Sonic the Hedgehog 4 | 2027 | Knuckles (voice) | — | — |
| Beast | 2022 | Dr. Nate Daniels | — | $56M |
| Masters of the Universe | 2026 | Duncan / Man-At-Arms | — | $113M |
| Law & Order | 1990 | Lonnie Liston | — | — |
| The Simpsons | 1989 | Devil (voice) | — | — |
| The Office | 2005 | Charles Miner | — | — |
| CSI: Miami | 2002 | Angelo Sedaris | — | — |
| Silent Witness | 1996 | Charlie | — | — |