Daniel Kaluuya Breaks Down His Most Iconic Characters

Daniel Kaluuya joins British GQ as he revisits some of the most notable TV & Film characters in his career so far: from playing Hobie Brown (Spider-Punk) in ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ to his role as Bing in Fifteen Million Merits of Netflix’s ‘Black Mirror.’
“For me it was realising that it’s not an impersonation, it’s an interpretation. I’m not him, and that’s okay,” the British actor explains of his role as Fred Hampton in ‘Judas and the Black Messiah.’ “It’s [about] embodying what he represents - how does he make me feel when watching him? And how do I make others feel like that?” Watch the full episode of British GQ’s Iconic Characters, as Daniel Kaluuya breaks down his most iconic roles in TV & Film.
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00:00 - Bing: Black Mirror
02:31 - Fred Hampton: Judas and the Black Messiah
06:08 - Hobie Brown: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
08:23 - Jatemme Manning: Widows
10:13 - Director/Writer/Producer: The Kitchen
12:31 - Posh Kenneth: Skins
14:25 - Producer: Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul.
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[@hassankallon2388]

No way you guys didnt include Chris Washington (Get out) and Wakabi (Black panther). Lol

[@stmtmedia]

This tbh.

[@natalielatta6552]

Literally the roles that launched him into fame

[@ellebee4112]

The roles that white people just want him to talk about repeatedly

[@giantpunda2911]

Funny how they leave out two of his most iconic roles in a video talking about your post iconic roles.

[@neemahbethea9328]

That was a smaller role though.

[@eastmanfeatures5412]

For the people upset about Nope, Black Panther, and Get Out not being talked about, i feel you. However; this was a British GQ interview so they clearly emphasized his work in the UK/with UK filmmakers mainly, minus a couple. I also would've loved those discussions.

[@giantpunda2911]

Just seems so weird to leave out so many of these other ones he's more known for but keep in the Spiderverse one. I haven't even heard of half the movies/shows referenced.

[@ianmillerdevilsfan1223]

@@giantpunda2911You haven’t heard of Judas, Widows, Skins, and Spiderverse? (more than half)

[@nettricegaskins1871]

Shaka King is an American film director.

[@palmeristo]

That makes no sense, it's not his "most iconic roles" 😂

[@insulartomb]

it's to promote the kitchen by talking through his thematically linked work. it's just the clickbait title that's misleading

[@tds7078]

That's why Skins was so good... They let the actual teenagers write for their characters. Brilliant from Daniel.

[@DavidMartinez-oe4ln]

Black mirror was the first time I saw him and I immediately thought that this man is a star. I will support him always

[@Elwaves2925]

Many probably know him from Skins but Doctor Who was my first time seeing him. Then when I saw BM, I recognised him from that. Doctor Who has a bit of a track record of featuring actors before they hit really big.

[@DaisyCatToo]

Me too. I'm always right about who will make it big. Colin Farrell was another, after I watched him in Ballykissangel.

[@lastniteintown]

what a legend this guy is - bit gutted there was no talk of Black Panther or Get Out though

[@kousetsuhana]

so proud of Posh Kenneth

[@ishathompson8439]

Me too

[@elleohell3]

im so happy to hear his role in skins being mentioned! this is where i first discovered daniel

[@malxvz1]

one of the greatest British actors of all time breaking down barriers and biased assumptions for all of us in the UK - hope to see him in many more films / series for years to come

[@tds7078]

"You don't have to be miserable to be serious."

[@Kayleigh789]

Honestly, my favourite actor working right now! He plays every character with such authenticity and humanity, its amazing.

[@reecemysocksoff]

One of the best actors working today, even just watching him talk about his work is INSTANTLY magnetic and engaging. Loved the "Fades" drop in there too, great series that was well ahead of it's time and Kaluuya was EXCELLENT in it

[@saad92862]

unless you're a lesser white actor loool

[@IndieRockerHippy]

Kudos to whoever did the lighting for this. He's glowing

[@Nasdaman]

The preparation for all these roles is where the work is. I truly respect his preparation for these characters

[@AshtonGleckman]

He is SO brilliant in Widows

[@lubs9654]

daniel's hobie was so authentic it's unreal.

[@taniamorin4355]

I never thought I'd hear a reference to The Fades in 2024. First time I saw Kaluuya and knew he was going to be great.

[@YouShouldTravelWell]

This guy is so dedicated to his craft, such an amazing actor. Always look forward to his roles

[@CaesarJayL]

One of the most underrated actor's we have!!! Definitely one of my favorites, You know he's going too bring his all everytime.still haven't seen anything i haven't liked from him yet.Kuddos❤

[@DaisyCatToo]

He is not underrated after winning an Oscar, a Golden Globe and a Bafta award.

[@dominique2o06]

Man when you actually watched Skins during that time then watch him in Get Out you feel so proud. I also I always get to chuckle when people are like wow didn't know he was British.

[@Between2_worlds]

Love,love Daniel! What an absolute talent!

[@realSimoneCherie]

No I grew up with Fred Hamotons voice in my house regularly and his portrayal of him gave me chills

[@Agent-wn7le]

Who else remembers him in Johnny English??

[@Izzy-co8hs]

thats the first thing ive evr seen him in its crazy how much different his career is now

[@Agent-wn7le]

@@Izzy-co8hs yes 👏

[@silewis9396]

Just about 😂 pretty forgettable film

[@TheSportsandFilmFellowship]

Black mirror and Get Out were GOLD !!

[@ejaybugboy3yt]

I can understand not including his work on Black Panther and Nope, but y'all didn't have him talk about Get Out? For real? That role is what helped solidify him as a household name. Chris Washington is an amazing horror protag and he did such an amazing job with a role that a lot of other actors would've struggled with. Especially the upside down scene with the single tear. Flawless.

[@iivyverse]

i watched spiderverse for the first time yesterday, and i loved his performance. i instantly knew it was daniel because he has such a voice that i can just instantly identify it. hobie was so iconic

[@derrickdicaprio]

I was gonna say, are we REALLY NOT gonna talk about "GET OUT"? Like, he literally wouldn't be here without that film. But this is "BRITISH GQ".

[@americattt]

daniel is so well-spoken and you can tell his outlook on life and to his work is through a genuine lens. he's truly an artist and i'll continue to support him in all his future endeavors!

[@LeeSlayyy]

just came here to say KING!!! always exciting to watch what he does, been watching since Get Out

[@detailsmove]

I had to skip to the Skins section first before going back and hearing about the other roles lol

[@XxKiSsDiSaShxX]

Love him soo much!! Such a talent!!

[@keishie23]

Love this actor, great to hear his thoughts.

[@lucy6333]

Surely Get out and Nope were needed??

[@truenestpie]

Can't believe he is the actor from black mirror! I think about that episode sooo often!

[@geniusonyeo]

THIS MAN... 🙏😭

[@TheN1cholas]

Black Panther, Get Out, Sicario, Nope?

[@Sweet_Karma]

Widows

[@Iggystar71]

No need for me to bother watching this…

[@silewis9396]

​@@Iggystar71Pure ignorance 😂

[@abernard3294]

Fab actor. Respect

[@EhiStrings]

Legend!!!

[@Agent-wn7le]

Yessss !

[@cornbreadlauren1568]

how does this video not have more views

[@SabineStJames]

I could watch him talk about Skins for the rest of my life

[@madisvlogs3992]

Same

[@RavenG.est95]

One of the best actors

[@divachiquita714]

This man is a true artist.

[@jimiperlas3215]

The Unsung Hero of Johnny English Reborn! Tucker is underrated yet so good. 😎😎

[@h0lly_blue]

my man Hobie

[@Housewarmin]

Judas and the Black Messiah is one of my favorite Daniel Kaluuya films. Him and Lakeith Stanfield absolutley excelled at their preformances.

[@VansRomero10]

AWESOME

[@rosethompson1737]

I am soooo upset they didn't go through Queen and Slim! I wanted to hear what it was like working with Lena Waithe and Melina Matsoukas 🙃

[@dzpv]

Sicario...Get Out...Queen & Slim. So many omissions of great films he's been in!

[@elithurofficial]

Yes!

[@tumejorpose]

I really loved him in Psychoville, he was amazing in that!

[@garypearson4007]

Great actor

[@Ilovestars-hk5xx]

IM SO HAPPY POSH KENNITH WAS ADDED

[@Jopiethechildslayer]

JUSTICE FOR PARKING PATAWEYO MY BELOVED!!!

[@RaZoRBeLtRaN]

Still can't believe it's Kenneth. He had a major glow up.

[@cadillacdeville5828]

His accent is so 🥰🥰i didn't know he had one until a few years ago. Kine Gaty Oldman , Christian Bale and others

[@silewis9396]

Everyone has an accent.

[@morganbrown392]

I KNEW after his episode of Black Mirror he was going to be a star. I was like “yo, this dude is really going for it”.

[@thegirlwholovesmusic]

Listen to what he’s saying. These are the roles, the art, the stories he’s proud of that don’t get as much attention. Instead of complaining, listen to the man.

[@oiat]

Posh kenneth was my fav!

[@Between2_worlds]

You don’t have to be miserable to be serious! Yes!

[@seem_okay_studio]

The Fades has never left my brain.

[@Jake-hs6wy]

Gonna be a few quotes from him included in Dave’s next album 😂

[@ibanezman04]

No mention of Johnny English Reborn and getting to work with Rowan Atkinson. 😭 For me that was the role that made me discover him.

[@TimmyStreams]

It’s Spider-Punk!

[@Agent-wn7le]

Noooo how could they not talk about Johnny English?? 😢😢

[@sithemper0r864]

that’s what i was thinking! it was the first thing i ever watched him in

[@Agent-wn7le]

@@sithemper0r864 ❤️❤️

[@seenasoltani1808]

I haven’t watched this yet, but he better have talked about Johnny English Reborn.

[@ahmeddemha]

Sadly, no.

[@Nahthanksyouserious]

Jesus. I remember him in Skins. That show was sick back int day

[@julz2124]

how were GET OUT and NOPE not mentioned........................

[@Aldridge517]

Someone find me that jacket. That thing is fresh.

[@SadieMayB]

as much as i would have loved to hear about get out i’m just glad there was no posh kenneth erasure

[@user-hc2tu7ul7j]

If they remake They Live or The Thing they neeed to cast him for Keith David’s role. His voice has a powerful way about it that reminds me so much of Keith David, who is underrated as heck

[@hedwrads]

Was hoping he’d get to his character on Nope

[@ShafOne519]

I’m guessing you didn’t have much time to interview him because there was so much more from his career so far you could have asked about.

[@edenmarere2078]

wanted to see Queen and Slim, still amazing tho

[@westnilesnipes]

Posh Kenneth was great. Loved Skins.

[@zedz1989]

They know to mention skins🤣, that was the first time I saw this brudda.

[@geoafe66]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@london8615]

North London Legend

[@mohzayd1234]

Doctor who in the planet of the dead? That was an iconic role. And Johnny English reborn

[@MrGreen-nl3yv]

Hold on for a second. Without Get Out and Black Panther, your roles may not have been recognized. honorable mention Queen and Slim and Nope.

[@Tee-cf4kf]

Man , Daniel was so fine in Judas 😮‍💨😤! He did a great job too but 😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨!

[@mugenspiegal7415]

Everyone upset about Get Out and BP, I was waiting for Queen & Slim and Sicario.

[@samgriffith9878]

This guy was different as Fred Hampton. No one could have done it better.

[@natasha6867]

i'd be less mad about get out being left out if it hadn't been in the thumbnail

[@SimplyChynaDoll]

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[@kelownatechkid]

This is great, bit weird in terms of omissions tho lol

[@HaroldWright_09]

I'm pretty sure that Chris from Get Out would be at least one of his most iconic characters.

[@GT-wo2oj]

Can't believe they didn't include Parking Pataweyo!

[@robnaylor7731]

Shame he's never broken down his iconic cameo in the Mitchell & Webb Speedo sketch.

[@irishbro1725]

No Tucker from Johnny English?

[@itsmeFederica]

For me he will always be Posh Kenneth 😂❤

[@brokenfunnibones]

You left out his best ish 😂

[@user-bl8uu6rq4z]

❤

[@MrKrispyyy]

DADDYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!

[@WillJBailey]

Get Out was such a pivotal moment in his career, curious not to include it…

[@joshuasahgal114]

i feel like black mirror episode was motivated by 1984 by george orwell

[@xavierclarkxoxo]

Lisa speaks highly of you Daniel your a cool dude my guy !

[@nick4810]

How you not gonna talk about Parking Pataweyo?

[@warmanwardo9967]

Very intelligent geezer.

[@sunshinejonson9060]

Wow

[@Dan-tr5kw]

Interesting that neither Jordan Peele movies are here? I wonder if there is something going on behind the scenes and his team specifically requested not to include them. You don’t accidentally forget those films. Of course that is just speculation, he could also just want to bring attention to his lesser known work