Djimon Hounsou
Voice ActorDjimon Hounsou is a Beninese-American actor known for Amistad, Blood Diamond, and roles across the Marvel and DC film universes, who voiced the Martian Emperor and the uncredited Flaxan Leader in the first season of Invincible.
Invincible Role
Hounsou originated the voice of the Martian Emperor, ruler of Mars and an enemy of the Sequids and the shapeshifting mercenary Shapesmith, appearing in the first season of Invincible before Khary Payton took over the part. He also voiced the Flaxan Leader in an uncredited capacity, a character killed off in the show's second episode. Both roles came from Invincible, the adult animated series produced by Skybound Entertainment and based on Robert Kirkman's comic.
Career and Notable Roles
Hounsou broke through playing Cinque in Steven Spielberg's Amistad, a performance that earned him a Golden Globe nomination, and later picked up two Academy Award nominations for In America and Blood Diamond. He became a fixture of big franchise filmmaking, appearing as Korath across several Marvel Cinematic Universe entries and taking on the wizard Shazam throughout the DC Extended Universe's Shazam films, alongside credits in Gladiator, The Island, Furious 7, and the Rebel Moon saga. He also stepped behind the camera in 2018 to direct the documentary In Search of Voodoo: Roots to Heaven.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Djimon Hounsou voice in Invincible?
Djimon Hounsou originated the voice of the Martian Emperor, ruler of Mars and an enemy of the Sequids and the shapeshifting mercenary Shapesmith, in the first season of Invincible before Khary Payton took over the part. He also voiced the Flaxan Leader in an uncredited capacity, a character killed off in the show's second episode.
What is Djimon Hounsou best known for?
Hounsou is best known for playing Cinque in Steven Spielberg's Amistad, which earned him a Golden Globe nomination, and for later Academy Award nominations for In America and Blood Diamond. Those performances established him as one of the era's most acclaimed dramatic actors.
What Marvel and DC roles has Djimon Hounsou played?
Hounsou appeared as Korath across several Marvel Cinematic Universe entries and took on the wizard Shazam throughout the DC Extended Universe's Shazam films. He also holds credits in Gladiator, The Island, Furious 7, and the Rebel Moon saga.
Has Djimon Hounsou directed anything?
Hounsou stepped behind the camera in 2018 to direct the documentary In Search of Voodoo: Roots to Heaven. It marked a rare directing credit alongside his long acting career.
Who is Djimon Hounsou?
Djimon Hounsou is a Beninese-American actor born in 1964 who has been active in film since 1986. He is known for major roles across both the Marvel and DC film universes.
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This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Invincible anime series, manga, and official materials. Invincible was created by Robert Kirkman, Cory Walker and Ryan Ottley, published by Image Comics / Skybound, and animated by Skybound Animation. All rights to Invincible and its characters belong to their respective owners. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
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