Celebrating Jason Momoa’s Birthday: Ranking His Top 10 Films as Actor Reaches 45 Years Old
Hollywood star Jason Momoa is celebrating his 45th birthday, marking a milestone in his successful acting career. Beginning with Baywatch: Hawaii from 1999 to 2001, Momoa gained recognition for his role as Khal Drogo in Game of Thrones, where he married Daenerys Targaryen.
As we honor his birthday on August 1, let’s take a look at the top 10 movies featuring Jason Momoa:
1. Justice League
Directed by Zack Snyder, Justice League in 2017 introduced Momoa as Arthur Curry/Aquaman in the DC Extended Universe. Raised in the ocean wilderness, Curry was taken in by a lighthouse keeper and changed his name to Arthur Curry. The film featured a star-studded cast including Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill, Gal Gadot, and Momoa.
2. Slumberland
In the 2022 Netflix fantasy film Slumberland, Momoa portrayed Flip, a character who helps a young girl reunite with her father. The movie received high viewership on Netflix.
3. Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom
The sequel to Aquaman, released in 2023, sees Momoa’s character facing challenges from Black Manta seeking revenge. The film was impacted by external controversies.
4. Bullet To The Head
Momoa played the role of an assassin in 2012’s Bullet to the Head alongside Sylvester Stallone. The film builds up to an intense showdown between the two characters.
5. The Bad Batch
In the 2016 thriller The Bad Batch, Momoa is part of a star-studded cast embarking on a thrilling mission in a post-apocalyptic setting.
6. Fast X
Momoa joined the Fast & Furious franchise in Fast X, playing the role of antagonist Dante Reyes. The film revolves around a conflict between Reyes and Dom Toretto.
7. Braven
In the action thriller Braven from 2018, Momoa takes on the role of Joe Braven, a family man defending his loved ones from drug dealers.
8. Aquaman
Momoa’s portrayal of Aquaman in 2018 became a blockbuster hit. The film explores the challenges faced by Aquaman in protecting his kingdom.
9. The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part
Momoa lends his voice to Aquaman in the animated film The Lego Movie 2, joining forces with other Justice League members to save the day.
10. Dune
Momoa joined the cast of the sci-fi epic Dune, playing a pivotal role in the mission to protect loved ones and survive in a dystopian world.