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Amir El-Masry (Arabic: أمير المصري) is an Egyptian-British actor. He won a Scottish BAFTA for his performance in the film Limbo (2020) and was nominated for a British Independent Film Award. He was named a 2020 BAFTA Breakthrough Brit and a 2021 Screen International Star of Tomorrow.
Amir El-Masry is a British award-winning actor who has starred in Egyptian films, BBC series, and Star Wars: Episode IX. Learn about his biography, awards, credits, videos, photos, and trivia on IMDb.
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Amir El-Masry is a British award-winning actor. Born in Cairo, raised in London, after a chance meeting with the late Omar Sharif, Amir has had leading roles in Egyptian films, earning him Best Young Actor at the Egyptian Oscars in 2009 and national acclaim.
- August 2, 1990
Mar 5, 2024 · How the actor conquered both the British and Egyptian film industries by following advice (and his gut) from Omar Sharif. Read his story and see his photos in Esquire Middle East's feature.
Jul 23, 2023 · Egyptian actor Amir El-Masry. Born in Cairo in 1990 and raised in London, El-Masry's career kicked off with roles in Egyptian films, earning him Best Young Actor at the Egyptian Oscars in 2009.
Oct 17, 2020 · The U.K. actor, who leads the Cannes-labeled refugee drama, talks about his career, challenges and ambitions in the industry. He also reveals his involvement in a MENA Collective and a co-written pilot project.
Apr 29, 2021 · ‘Limbo’ Star Amir El-Masry on His Successful Push for Roles Beyond Arab Stereotypes. The British Egyptian actor — an advocate for inclusion for creatives of Middle Eastern and North African...
