Hamid Farrokhnejad
Actor · Since 2006
Born in Abadan in 1969, Hamid Farrokhnejad is a mainstay of Iranian film and television, known for his tall build and unforced authority on screen. He came up through popular TV dramas and then moved into leading and supporting roles across genre and auteur cinema in Tehran. His filmography favors intense, working-class men caught in tough moral choices, played without theatrics. He remains one of the reliable faces of adult Iranian drama, whether on the big screen or in prime-time series.
Hamid Farrokhnejad
Actor · Since 2006
18 Movies · 2 Series
Born in Abadan in 1969, Hamid Farrokhnejad is a mainstay of Iranian film and television, known for his tall build and unforced authority on screen. He came up through popular TV dramas and then moved into leading and supporting roles across genre and auteur cinema in Tehran. His filmography favors intense, working-class men caught in tough moral choices, played without theatrics. He remains one of the reliable faces of adult Iranian drama, whether on the big screen or in prime-time series.
Movies
Plays Morteza
We Like You Miss Yaya
2018
Plays Sohrab
Fire Keeper
2009
Producer
Plays Abbas
The Guidance Patrol 2
2017
Writer
Plays فرحان
The Bride of Fire
2000
Plays Morteza
Fireworks Wednesday
2006
Plays Ghasem
Low Heights
2002
Plays Houshang
The Color Purple
2010
Plays Morteza
Lottery
2018
Plays Abbas
The Guidance Patrol
2012
Plays Faramarz Takin
Restoration
2013
Plays Uncle Hushang
Texas
2018
Latest Trailers
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Samurai In Berlin
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Hamid Farrokhnejad and where are they from?
Hamid Farrokhnejad is 57 years old, born on April 17, 1969 in Abadan, Iran.
What are the most famous roles of Hamid Farrokhnejad?
Hamid Farrokhnejad is best known for roles in Fireworks Wednesday, Low Heights, The Good, the Bad & the Corny.
How many movies has Hamid Farrokhnejad been in?
Over a 35-year career (since 1991), Hamid Farrokhnejad has appeared in 18 movies and 2 TV shows.
What was Hamid Farrokhnejad's first movie?
The career of Hamid Farrokhnejad began with In the Alleys of Love (1991).
What is Hamid Farrokhnejad's most recent movie or series?
Hamid Farrokhnejad's most recent release is The Worker Bee, which premiered on March 6, 2024.
What TV shows has Hamid Farrokhnejad appeared in?
On television, Hamid Farrokhnejad has appeared in Red Square, The Fall, Frozen Heart, Lily's Turn.
Hamid Farrokhnejad
1969-04-17 · Abadan, Iran
Hamid Farrokhnejad (حمید فرخ نژاد) is an Iranian actor, writer, and director. Born in Abadan in 1969, he began his career in student theatre and working on short films. He graduated from the Theatre Director programme in Tehran University Fine Arts Department. Hamid Farrokhnejad gained popular acclaim with his role in Bride of Fire (2000) winning many awards in the Fajr Film Festival, and notably appearing as Morteza in Fireworks Wednesday (2006). Farrokhnezhad has worked with prominent Iranian directors such as Asghar Farhadi and Bahram Bayzai.