Common

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Characters played by Common

Elam Ferguson — Hell on Wheels (2011)

A member of the all-black cut crew hired to prepare terrain for the Union Pacific tracks. He later proposes marriage to Eva despite her struggle with postpartum depression.

Monster T — Suicide Squad (2016)

Monster member of Task Force X

Evans — Now You See Me (2013)

FBI agent involved in tracking the Horsemen's movements.

Cassian — John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017)

Elite bodyguard for Gianna D'Antonio and skilled assassin.

Mr. Price — Run All Night (2015)

Elite assassin hired by Shawn to eliminate Jimmy and Mike, highly skilled.

RA John Fisk — Hunter Killer (2018)

Rear Admiral who initially orders Glass to investigate the disappearance. Later suggests coordinating with Beaman's team to rescue Zakarin instead of immediately escalating to war.

Barnes — Terminator Salvation (2009)

Resistance soldier who works with John Connor in Salvation.

Common — Ocean's Eight (2018)

Musician appearing as himself.

Common — Girls Trip (2017)

Rapper and actor making a cameo appearance.

Coates — Street Kings (2008)

Criminal implicated in Washington's murder, later revealed dead

Uncle Carlos — The Hate U Give (2018)

A police detective and Starr's mother's brother who becomes a father figure during her father's imprisonment. He provides a safe haven for Starr and her family after they face gang retaliation.

Michael — Ava (2020)

Ava's former fiancé, now in a committed relationship with Judy. He struggles with a gambling addiction that jeopardizes his safety and relationship.

Career Overview

Common has 139 screen credits in a career dating back to 1975. Their work spans 15 cinematic universes — most prominently Ocean's with 1 titles. Signature works include Silo, John Wick: Chapter 2, Hunter Killer. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
139
Birth Date
1972-03-13
Birth Place
Chicago, Illinois, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 15 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q286022), public domain (CC0).