John David Washington first appeared at 7 years in biographical-drama ‘Malcolm X’ (1992). He also appeared (uncredited role) in mystery-thriller ‘Devil in a Blue Dress’ (1995).
In 2010, Washington was co-producer of action-film ‘The Book of Eli.’ His first screen appearance as an adult was in main cast of well-received drama-series ‘Ballers’ (2015-2019). Next, he was seen in musical-drama film ‘Love Beats Rhymes’ (2017), and 2018’s drama-films ‘Monster and Man’ and ‘Monster.’
Washington’s breakthrough lead role as ‘Detective Ron Stallworth’ in thriller ‘BlacKkKlansman’ (2018) brought him accolades. Further, he featured in biographical-crime film ‘The Old Man and the Gun’ (2018).
Washington starred in sci-fi action-thriller ‘Tenet’ (2020) earning award and nominations. His 2021-starrers were romantic-drama ‘Malcolm & Marie’ and action-thriller ‘Beckett.’