As much as we love Idris Elba, Denzel Washington and Will Smith, there’s no denying that Father Time definitely has his sights set on them, It appears the The Hollywood Reporter feels the same about Keanu Reeves and Mark Wahlberg, as it recently published a list of actors who they believe can be the “Next Action Hero.” However, there weren’t nearly enough Black names on their list, so here’s some suggestions of actors who could be the Next Black Action Hero.
Damson Idris has received unanimous acclaim for his performance in Snowfall. His unforgettable talent is tailor made for an epic mob story or a heartbreaking revenge thriller.
Trevante Rhodes is the rare actor who makes even the smallest role infinitely more interesting. He’d be badass as a villain you kind of want to root for.
Why isn’t Nicole Beharie a superstar? Her ability to instantly establish an emotional connection with the audience is rare. Seriously, Marvel she’s perfect for any of the X-Men or the Fantastic Four’s Sue Storm.
Amandla Stenberg is an actor who can be a either a hero or a villain you can’t help rooting for. The way they embody a character instantly makes them the most interesting person on screen. That’s the No. 1 job of an action star.
With a name like Storm you’re destined to be a movie star or a superhero. There’s even a world where she can be both.
