Adam Beach

Pronouns: He/Him

Adam Beach is one of the most acclaimed Indigenous actors of his generation. As the second-ever Indigenous actor to be inducted into the Motion Picture Academy, Beach has worked with several of the greatest filmmakers including John Wu, Clint Eastwood, John Singleton, Scott Cooper, Jane Campion, and Jon Favreau.

Most recently, Beach appeared opposite Benedict Cumberbatch and Jesse Plemons in the Academy Award-winning film, The Power of the Dog. He earned a Golden Globe® nomination for his role in My Heart at Wounded Knee, and a win for his role in Flags of Our Fathers. Recently, Beach starred in Swan Song, Juanita, Suicide Squad, and Crave’s Monkey Beach. Beach also has extensive accolades in TV, beginning with his acting debut in North Of 60, followed by a starring role in Arctic Air, and appearances in Nancy Drew, Supernatural, Drunk History, Law & Order: SVU, Comanche Moon, and Big Love. Most recently, he wrapped production on the film Exiles.

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