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BET Awards 2024: Hidden Gems: 5 Under-the-Radar Performances from Damson Idris


The British actor’s resume includes a 15-minute sci-fi short film.

From navigating the treacherous streets of South Central Los Angeles as the ambitious drug dealer Franklin Saint in Snowfall to captivating audiences with his portrayal of a troubled young man in Farming, the British star has proven himself as a versatile and compelling actor. Based on real-life experiences, the 2018 film "Farming" recounts the journey of a young Nigerian child sent by his parents to live with a white British family, aiming for improved opportunities. Idris appeared surprisedly in season five, episode two of Netflix’s critically acclaimed anthology Black Mirror titled “Smithereens.” The actor starred as Jaden, an intern at a tech company kidnapped by a mysterious Uber driver seeking justice.

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