Christopher Jackson

Born: 1975-09-30

Christopher Neal Jackson (born September 30, 1975) is an American actor, singer, musician, and composer. He began his career in 1995 starring in the Off-Broadway musical Time and the Wind by composer Galt MacDermot when he was just 20 years old. He made his Broadway debut in 1997 as an ensemble member in the Original Broadway Cast of Disney's The Lion King. He remained with the show for several years, ultimately taking over the role of Simba. He went on to perform leading roles in several more Broadway musicals and plays, including After Midnight, Bronx Bombers, Holler If Ya Hear Me, and Memphis. He drew critical acclaim in several projects with Lin-Manuel Miranda: originating the roles of Benny in In the Heights and George Washington in the smash hit Hamilton. For the latter role he was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical. He also collaborated with Miranda on the Disney film Moana in which he provides the singing voice of Chief Tui. His other film work includes secondary roles in After.Life and Tracers.


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Vivo

as Singing Spoonbill 1 (uncredited)
Released: 2021-07-30

A music-loving kinkajou named Vivo embarks on the journey of a lifetime to fulfill his destiny...

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After.Life

as Neal
Released: 2009-11-07

Following a terrible car crash, a woman awakes to find an enigmatic mortician preparing her for...

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Tracers

as Lonnie
Released: 2015-01-15

Wanted by the mafia, a New York City bike messenger escapes into the world of parkour after...

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as George Washington
Released: 2020-07-03

Presenting the tale of American founding father Alexander Hamilton, this filmed version of the...

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See!
as TTB Concert Attendee
Released: 2021-11-11

On the brink of turning 30, a promising theater composer navigates love, friendship and the...

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Moana

as Chief Tui (singing voice) (uncredited)
Released: 2016-10-13

In Ancient Polynesia, when a terrible curse incurred by Maui reaches an impetuous Chieftain's...

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In the Heights

as Mr. Softee Truck Driver
Released: 2021-06-10

The story of Usnavi, a bodega owner who has mixed feelings about closing his store and retiring...

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Space Oddity

as Mike Taylor
Released: 2023-03-31

A space-obsessed man gets the opportunity of a lifetime thanks to a Mars colonization program...

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World's Best

as Corey
Released: 2023-06-23

Twelve-year-old mathematics genius Prem discovers his recently deceased father was a famous...

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Hamilton's America

as Self
Released: 2016-10-01

This documentary delves deeper into the creation of the Hamilton musical, revealing Lin-Manuel...

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Sesame Street: 50 Years Of Sunny Days

as Self - Guest
Released: 2021-04-26

For more than a half-century, Sesame Street has addressed and explained diversity, equity, and...

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Hamilton: History Has Its Eyes On You

as uncredited
Released: 2020-07-10

An intimate discussion about the groundbreaking musical that has become a global phenomenon...

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Hamilton: One Shot to Broadway

as uncredited
Released: 2017-05-09

It’s the hit musical that changed Broadway forever and brought the genius of Lin Manuel Miranda...

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For All Humankind

as Narrator (voice)
Released: 2023-02-05

Discover the story of humanity and space exploration as witnessed in the interrelated events of...

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We Are Freestyle Love Supreme

as Self
Released: 2020-01-28

This documentary follows the 15-year journey of the founding members of the improv hip-hop group...

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In the Heights: Chasing Broadway Dreams

as Self
Released: 2009-05-27

Making it in New York City is tough. Few get the chance to live out their dreams, and the cast...

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25 Years of Rent: Measured in Love

as uncredited
Released: 2021-03-02

A quarter century ago, Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking musical, RENT, opened at New York...

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The Undefeated Presents: Hamilton In-Depth

as Self
Released: 2020-07-03

Hamilton In-Depth is a roundtable discussion with Tony winners Lin-Manuel Miranda, Renée Elise...

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New York Philharmonic New Year's Eve: Bernstein on Broadway

as uncredited
Released: 2018-01-03

Who can resist Bernstein on Broadway? Toast the New Year and our Laureate Conductor’s 100th with...

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After Midnight

as uncredited
Released: 2021-06-10

With music by Duke Ellington, Harold Arlen, Dorothy Fields and more framed by the poems of...

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Person of Interest

as Farrow
First aired: 2011-09-22

John Reese, former CIA paramilitary operative, is presumed dead and teams up with reclusive...

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White Collar

as Nico
First aired: 2009-10-23

In exchange for his freedom, charming con artist Neal Caffrey provides his expertise to help...

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Bull

as Chunk Palmer
First aired: 2016-09-20

Dr. Jason Bull is the brilliant, brash, and charming founder of a hugely successful trial...

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And Just Like That…

as Herbert Wexley
First aired: 2021-12-09

This new chapter of “Sex and the City” follows Carrie, Miranda and Charlotte as they navigate...

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Live from Lincoln Center

as Himself
First aired: 1976-01-30

Since premiering in 1976, the landmark series has sought to democratize the world of the...

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Some Good News

as Self
First aired: 2020-03-29

John Krasinski highlights some good news from around the world.

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Tony Awards

as Self - Performer
First aired: 1956-04-01

The Antoinette Perry Award for Excellence in Theatre, more commonly known as a Tony Award,...

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When They See Us

as Peter Rivera
First aired: 2019-05-31

Five teens from Harlem become trapped in a nightmare when they're falsely accused of a brutal...

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Drunk History

as Himself
First aired: 2013-07-09

Historical reenactments from A-list talent as told by inebriated storytellers. A unique take on...

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Tamron Hall

as Self - Guest
First aired: 2019-09-09

Former news host and journalist Tamron Hall discusses all things topical and engages those she...

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