Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows With Barkhad Abdi

1. Family Guy (1999– )

TV-MA | 22 min | Animation, Comedy

In a wacky Rhode Island town, a dysfunctional family strives to cope with everyday life as they are thrown from one crazy scenario to another.

Stars: Alex Borstein, Seth MacFarlane, Seth Green, Mila Kunis

Votes: 364,485

2. Blade Runner 2049 (2017)

R | 164 min | Action, Drama, Mystery

Young Blade Runner K's discovery of a long-buried secret leads him to track down former Blade Runner Rick Deckard, who's been missing for thirty years.

Director: Denis Villeneuve | Stars: Harrison Ford, Ryan Gosling, Ana de Armas, Dave Bautista

Votes: 665,903 | Gross: $92.05M

3. Hawaii Five-0 (2010–2020)

TV-14 | 42 min | Action, Crime, Drama

When Steve McGarrett returns home to Oahu to find his father's killer, the Governor offers him the chance to run his own task force: Five-0.

Stars: Alex O'Loughlin, Scott Caan, Taylor Wily, Daniel Dae Kim

Votes: 78,700

4. The Curse (2023– )

TV-MA | 60 min | Comedy, Drama, Thriller

A newlywed couple struggle to make their vision for eco-living a reality in a small New Mexico town.

Stars: Emma Stone, Nathan Fielder, Benny Safdie, Hikmah Warsame

Votes: 11,991

5. Captain Phillips (2013)

PG-13 | 134 min | Action, Biography, Crime

The true story of Captain Richard Phillips and the 2009 hijacking by Somali pirates of the U.S.-flagged MV Maersk Alabama, the first American cargo ship to be hijacked in two hundred years.

Director: Paul Greengrass | Stars: Tom Hanks, Barkhad Abdi, Barkhad Abdirahman, Catherine Keener

Votes: 492,883 | Gross: $107.10M

6. Castle Rock (2018–2019)

TV-MA | 60 min | Drama, Fantasy, Horror

A psychological-horror series set in the Stephen King multiverse combines the mythological scale and intimate character storytelling, weaving an epic saga of darkness and light, played out on a few square miles of Maine woodland.

Stars: Bill Skarsgård, André Holland, Lizzy Caplan, Melanie Lynskey

Votes: 51,383

7. The Brothers Grimsby (2016)

R | 83 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy

A new assignment forces a top spy to team up with his football hooligan brother.

Director: Louis Leterrier | Stars: Sacha Baron Cohen, Mark Strong, Rebel Wilson, Freddie Crowder

Votes: 111,371 | Gross: $6.86M

8. Good Time (2017)

R | 102 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller

After a botched bank robbery lands his younger brother in prison, Connie Nikas embarks on a twisted odyssey through New York City's underworld to get his brother Nick out of jail.

Directors: Benny Safdie, Josh Safdie | Stars: Robert Pattinson, Benny Safdie, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Buddy Duress

Votes: 140,376 | Gross: $2.03M

9. Tyson's Run (2022)

PG | 103 min | Drama

An unathletic boy with autism strives to become an unlikely marathon champion giving his unfulfilled father purpose and a second chance at putting his family first.

Director: Kim Bass | Stars: Major Dodson, Amy Smart, Rory Cochrane, Barkhad Abdi

Votes: 1,303

10. Eye in the Sky (2015)

R | 102 min | Action, Drama, Thriller

Col. Katherine Powell, a military officer in command of an operation to capture terrorists in Kenya, sees her mission escalate when a girl enters the kill zone triggering an international dispute over the implications of modern warfare.

Director: Gavin Hood | Stars: Helen Mirren, Aaron Paul, Alan Rickman, Barkhad Abdi

Votes: 91,521 | Gross: $18.70M

11. Carol & The End of the World (2023)

TV-MA | 29 min | Animation, Comedy, Drama

Global human annihilation is impending due to a mystery planet speeding towards Earth. Among the hedonistic crowd, one quiet and perpetually uneasy woman stands out, while the majority feel free to follow their greatest desires.

Stars: Martha Kelly, Kimberly Hebert Gregory, Shelby Young, Mel Rodriguez

Votes: 4,945

12. Conan (2010–2021)

TV-14 | 42 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show

Conan O'Brien and his co-host Andy Richter discuss current news topics and interview celebrities and personalities.

Stars: Conan O'Brien, Andy Richter, Jimmy Vivino and the Basic Cable Band, Jimmy Vivino

Votes: 24,996

13. Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003– )

TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show

Jimmy Kimmel interviews celebrities.

Stars: Jimmy Kimmel, Cleto and the Cletones, Guillermo Rodriguez, Paul E. Raff

Votes: 17,433

14. Agent Game (2022)

R | 90 min | Action, Thriller

A CIA officer finds himself the target of a rendition operation after being scapegoated for the death of an interrogation subject.

Director: Grant S. Johnson | Stars: Dermot Mulroney, Adan Canto, Katie Cassidy, Annie Ilonzeh

Votes: 3,007

15. Blade Runner: Black Lotus (2021–2022)

TV-14 | 298 min | Animation, Action, Drama

Animated series that takes place 17 years before 'Blade Runner 2049'.

Stars: Arisa Shida, Jessica Henwick, Will Yun Lee, Shinshû Fuji

Votes: 3,386

16. Today (1952– )

TV-G | 240 min | News, Talk-Show

A daily live broadcast provides current domestic and international news, weather reports, and interviews with newsmakers from the worlds of politics, business, media, entertainment, and sports.

Stars: Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Jack Lescoulie, Frank Blair

Votes: 2,461

17. Extortion (2017)

R | 108 min | Action, Adventure, Crime

When a Caribbean family vacation takes a disastrous turn, a father finds himself at the mercy of a cold-blooded fisherman, and a desperate race against the clock to save his wife and son.

Director: Phil Volken | Stars: Eion Bailey, Bethany Joy Lenz, Mauricio Alemañy, Barkhad Abdi

Votes: 8,962

18. The Pirates of Somalia (2017)

R | 116 min | Biography, Drama

In 2008, rookie journalist Jay Bahadur forms a half-baked plan to embed himself with the pirates of Somalia. He ultimately succeeds in providing the first close-up look into who these men are, how they live, and the forces that drive them.

Director: Bryan Buckley | Stars: Al Pacino, Evan Peters, Melanie Griffith, Barkhad Abdi

Votes: 11,159

19. Little America (2020–2022)

TV-14 | 533 min | Comedy, Drama

Inspired by the true stories featured by Epic Magazine, "Little America" goes beyond the headlines to look at the funny, romantic, heartfelt, inspiring, surprising stories of immigrants in America, more relevant now than ever.

Stars: Peggy Lu, Mélanie Laurent, Suraj Sharma, Shaun Toub

Votes: 3,838

20. Live with Kelly and Mark (1988– )

TV-PG | 61 min | Talk-Show

Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos interact with their guests.

Stars: Kelly Ripa, Ryan Seacrest, Michael Gelman, Art Moore

Votes: 2,312

21. Run (LXIII)

Thriller | Pre-production

A group of desperate migrants reach the Italian coast after a perilous Mediterranean journey, impacting locals and tourists in a small coastal town.

Director: Uwe Boll | Stars: Amanda Plummer, James Russo, Barkhad Abdi, Costas Mandylor

22. Home & Family (2012–2021)

120 min | Talk-Show

Show will focus on home improvements, crafts, parenting tips, and lifestyle, health and fitness enhancements.

Stars: Debbie Matenopoulos, Mark Steines, Kenneth Wingard, Kym Douglas

Votes: 519

23. The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir (2018)

PG-13 | 92 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama

Ajatashatru Lavash Patel has lived all his life in a small Mumbai neighborhood tricking people with street magic and fakir stunts. He sets out on a journey to find his estranged father but instead gets dragged on a never-ending adventure.

Director: Ken Scott | Stars: Dhanush, Bérénice Bejo, Erin Moriarty, Barkhad Abdi

Votes: 8,531

24. CBS News Sunday Morning with Jane Pauley (1979– )

TV-PG | 90 min | News, Talk-Show

The news show that does personal interest pieces. Anything from interviews with actors, political figures, athletes, musicians, costume designers, fashion designers, restaurant owners, charity heads, kids with special talents

Stars: Jane Pauley, Charles Osgood, Mo Rocca, Lee Cowan

Votes: 1,067

25. Made in Hollywood (2005– )

TV-PG | 60 min | Talk-Show

"Made In Hollywood" provides an inside look at the new movie and DVD releases, bringing superstar talent and Hollywood magic to you.

Stars: Kylie Erica Mar, Julie L. Harkness, Patrick Stinson, Rahsan-Rahsan Lindsay

Votes: 444

26. Inside Edition (1988– )

TV-PG | 30 min | Documentary, News

Along with Hard Copy (1989) and A Current Affair (1986), this show was one of the early alternative news shows to be carried nationwide in the US. Primary stories usually focused on sex ... See full summary »

Stars: Deborah Norville, Les Trent, Jim Moret, Megan Alexander

Votes: 808

27. Beneath a Sea of Lights (2020)

TV-MA | 92 min | Crime, Drama

A billboard repairman in Dubai tries to experience the products on his billboards as a con artist takes him under his wing.

Director: Neel Kumar | Stars: Barkhad Abdi, Jim Sarbh, Jameel Khan, Meghana Mundkur

Votes: 545

28. A Girl from Mogadishu (2019)

TV-MA | 113 min | Drama

This is based on the testimony of Ifrah Ahmed, who--having made the extraordinary journey to escape war-torn Somalia--emerged as one of the world's foremost international activists against ... See full summary »

Director: Mary McGuckian | Stars: Aja Naomi King, Barkhad Abdi, Martha Canga Antonio, Maryam Mursal

Votes: 205

29. The Insider (2004–2017)

TV-PG | 30 min | News

The Insider brings you the latest celebrity and entertainment news. The Insider tackles the trending celebrity stories of the day, as well as exclusive interviews and in-depth reporting.

Stars: Keltie Knight, Michael Yo, Louis Aguirre, Debbie Matenopoulos

Votes: 671

30. Ok! TV (2013– )

30 min | News, Talk-Show

A look at the top stories in entertainment and celebrity news.

Stars: Sonia Isabelle, Jaymes Vaughan, Arthur Kade, Ricky Cornish

Votes: 400

31. Good Day L.A. (1993–2024)

180 min | News, Talk-Show

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Stars: Maria Quiban, Steve Edwards, Rick Dickert, Lisa Breckenridge

Votes: 159

32. E! Live from the Red Carpet (1995– )

Unrated | 240 min | News

The E! News Team takes you to the hottest events in Hollywood live from the Red Carpet!

Stars: Giuliana Rancic, Ryan Seacrest, Ross Mathews, Jason Kennedy

Votes: 171

33. Capturing Captain Phillips (2014 Video)

58 min | Documentary

A vast and detailed look into the behind the scenes of Captain Phillips (2013). Paul Greengrass, Tom Hanks, cast and crew members of the film takes us to a tour inside the ship and its ... See full summary »

Stars: Paul Greengrass, Richard Phillips, Andrea Phillips, Gregory Goodman

Votes: 16,630

34. The Oscars (2014 TV Special)

TV-14 | 175 min | Comedy, Music, Reality-TV

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences celebrates the previous year's (2013) achievements in film.

Director: Hamish Hamilton | Stars: Ellen DeGeneres, Anne Hathaway, Barkhad Abdi, Bradley Cooper

Votes: 4,132

35. Access Daily (2010– )

60 min | Talk-Show

A daytime talk show featuring entertainment news stories and in-studio guests.

Stars: Kit Hoover, Scott Evans, Mario Lopez, Sibley Scoles

Votes: 137

36. Tavis Smiley (2004–2017)

30 min | Talk-Show

A diverse panel of experts on various social, political, economic, and legal issues that are key to Detroit's turnaround.

Stars: Tavis Smiley, Cornel West, Bernie Sanders, Harry Belafonte

Votes: 412

37. Wolf Who Cried Boy (2015)

13 min | Short, Action, Crime

A battle of wills ensues when a streetwise teenager trespasses on a dangerous scrapper's territory.

Directors: Luke Jaden, Cort Maclean | Stars: Barkhad Abdi, Dwight Henry, Torrey Wigfield, Peter Carey

Votes: 34

38. The Arsenio Hall Show (2013–2014)

60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show

Nineteen years after the original run, Hall returned with another season of his late-night talk show. The show predominately featured African-American celebrities.

Stars: Arsenio Hall, Alex Al, Robin DiMaggio, Hugh Moore

Votes: 392

39. 20th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards (2014 TV Special)

News

Screen Actors Guild Award - American award, awarded by Guild of movie actors of the USA from 1995 for movies and television serials.

Director: Jeff Margolis | Stars: Jennifer Lawrence, Lupita Nyong'o, Julia Roberts, June Squibb

Votes: 67

40. 71st Golden Globe Awards (2014 TV Special)

News

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association's 71 annual event honoring excellence in film and television.

Director: Louis J. Horvitz | Stars: Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Jennifer Lawrence, Jacqueline Bisset

Votes: 940

41. Men in the Arena (2017)

85 min | Documentary, News, Sport

Two Somali soccer stars chase impossible dreams in this human rights story born out of civil war and terror.

Director: J.R. Biersmith | Stars: Barkhad Abdi, Mark Bowden, Sa'ad Hussein, Saadiq Mohammed

Votes: 54

42. America; I Too (2017)

20 min | Short, Drama

Three arrested and detained undocumented immigrants must navigate the system to fight impending deportation. America; I Too, stars Academy Award nominee Barkhad Abdi and features the music of Grammy winners Quetzal.

Director: Anike Tourse | Stars: Barkhad Abdi, Jose Diaz, Linda Yim, Aaron Anastasi

Votes: 15

43. 2014 MTV Movie Awards (2014 TV Special)

Comedy, Music

A film-awards show presented annually on MTV.

Director: Hamish Hamilton | Stars: Conan O'Brien, Andy Samberg, Seth Rogen, Sarah Silverman

Votes: 317

44. Hollywood Today Live (2015–2017)

60 min | Talk-Show

Entertainment news, commentary and celebrity guests (including online personalities) are featured.

Stars: Tanner Thomason, Ross Mathews, Garcelle Beauvais, Amanda Salas

Votes: 97

45. The Toll

Thriller | Announced

A middle-aged New Jersey tollbooth worker must defend a tertiary, structurally deficient bridge from attack by local terrorists attempting to use the site to stage an attack on the entire east coast.

Director: Ron Morales | Star: Barkhad Abdi

46. The Jiu-Jitsu Girl

Crime | Announced

Julie, a 13-year-old Brazilian jiu-jitsu champion, winds up working as a hit-girl for a local criminal to support her family while her father is in a coma.

Stars: Barkhad Abdi, Mehdi Francois-Ackerman

47. Just Seen It (2011– )

Talk-Show

Review show where industry professionals review the newest in theaters, on TV and cable as well as provide inside Hollywood interviews.

Stars: Sean Wright, Aaron E. Fink, Liz Manashil, Salim Lemelle

Votes: 58

48. The EE British Academy Film Awards (2014 TV Special)

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Director: Nikki Parsons | Stars: Stephen Fry, Claudia Winkleman, Tinie Tempah, Laura Mvula

Votes: 66

49. 19th Annual Critics' Choice Movie Awards (2014 TV Special)

120 min

The 19th Critics' Choice Awards were presented on January 16, 2014 at the Barker Hangar at the Santa Monica Airport, honoring the finest achievements of 2013 filmmaking.

Director: Michael Dempsey | Stars: Aisha Tyler, James Marsden, Christina Applegate, Christian Bale

Votes: 68

50. Ok! TV (2013– )
Episode: Episode #5.29 (2019)

News, Talk-Show

Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber; Tyrese Gibson; Meagan Good; Elsie Fisher;

Stars: Sonia Isabelle, Jaymes Vaughan, Arthur Kade, Stephen Walker