André Jacobs
Born March 31, 1954 (Age: 72)
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Johannesburg, South Africa
Biography
Andre Jacobs is a South African actor known for his versatile and captivating performances on both stage and screen. After great success in South African theatre, film and television he broke into the international market with a splash. His credits include such high profile productions as 'Black Sails', 'Warrior', 'The Mauritanian' and 'Hammerskjold' most recently. Without losing sight of his roots, he continues to be a force in the South African television and film market, lending his gravitas to productions such as 'Juffrou X', and Die Byl. Throughout his career, Jacobs has received critical acclaim for his performances. He has been nominated for numerous awards, including a Fleur Du Cap Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role. Jacobs remains one of South Africa's most talented actors, able to captivate audiences with his powerful performances and commitment to his craft.
Andre Jacobs is a South African actor known for his versatile and captivating performances on both stage and screen.
After great success in South African theatre, film and television he broke into the international market with a splash. His credits include such high profile productions as 'Black Sails', 'Warrior', 'The Mauritanian' and 'Hammerskjold' most recently. Without losing sight of his roots, he continues to be a force in the South African television and film market, lending his gravitas to productions such as 'Juffrou X', and Die Byl.
Throughout his career, Jacobs has received critical acclaim for his performances. He has been nominated for numerous awards, including a Fleur Du Cap Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role. Jacobs remains one of South Africa's most talented actors, able to captivate audiences with his powerful performances and commitment to his craft.
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Filmography
How to Make a Killing
2026
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as Judge
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Age: 71
The Mauritanian
2021
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as Judge Robertson
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Age: 66
Spell
2020
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as Wyman Thatcher
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Age: 66
Breathe
2017
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as Governor
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Age: 63
Spud 3: Learning to Fly
2014
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as New Glock
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Age: 60
Invictus
2009
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as T.V. Announcer
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Age: 55
Second Skin
2000
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as Harvey
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Age: 46
Mandela and de Klerk
1997
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as Niels Barnard
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Age: 42
No Image
The Lost City
1997
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as Morgan
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Age: 42
The One That Got Away
1996
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as Navigator
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Age: 41
Prey for the Hunter
1993
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as Bob Jenkins
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Age: 38
Curse of the Crystal Eye
1991
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as Frenchie (as André Jacobs)
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Age: 37
No Image
The Night of the 19th
1991
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as Herman Stassen
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Age: 37
Curse III: Blood Sacrifice
1991
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as Geoff Armstrong
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Age: 37
Pursuit
1991
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as Bob Matthews (as André Jacobs)
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Age: 36
Return to Justice
1990
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as Sgt. Garcia
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Age: 35
Paradise Road
1988
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as
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Age: 34
Platoon Leader
1988
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as Captain Davies
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Age: 34
Van der Merwe PI
1985
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as Santino
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Age: 31
Wild Maneuvres
1985
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as Prester John
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Age: 31