Archie Madekwe

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Characters played by Archie Madekwe

Simon — Midsommar (2019)

Commune member who participates in traditional ceremonies.

Jann Mardenborough — Gran Turismo (2023)

Jann is a teenage gamer from Cardiff who dreams of becoming a professional racing driver despite his father’s disapproval. After setting a record in Gran Turismo, he wins the GT Academy selection, earns a Nissan contract, survives a fatal crash, and helps secure a Le Mans podium finish.

Laughing Man — Beau Is Afraid (2023)

Stranger who laughs uncontrollably during a tense encounter

Farleigh Start — Saltburn (2023)

Felix's American cousin who shares a tense history with Oliver. After Oliver initiates unwanted advances while Farleigh sleeps, Farleigh is manipulated into selling family ceramics and supplying drugs, leading to his expulsion from Saltburn by James.

Luke — Teen Spirit (2019)

A schoolmate and band member who pursues Violet. He provides her with a musical platform by having her sing with his band during her competition preparation phase.

Oliver — Lurker (2025)

Oliver is a rising pop musician whose attention transforms Matthew's life. He invites Matthew into his entourage, accepts Jamie as a stylist, and later tries to recover footage used to blackmail him. Despite feeling betrayed, Oliver ultimately appears to support Matthew's finished documentary.

Career Overview

Archie Madekwe has 18 screen credits in a career dating back to 2011. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Ari Aster Films with 2 titles. Signature works include See, Gran Turismo, Midsommar. 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
18
Birth Date
1995-02-10 00:00:00
Birth Place
Lambeth, London, England, UK

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Credits

Content sources

Related entry on Wikidata (Q61740675), public domain (CC0).