Mustafa Shakir
Known for
Behind a familiar face there is Mustafa Shakir, an American actor, recognized more by role than by name. Crime is where the parts have come from. 26 years of continuous work sit behind the current profile. He is John 'Bushmaster' McIver to most of the audience, thanks to 'Marvel's Luke Cage'. 'Ghosted' appears further down the same list.
Mustafa Shakir
16 Movies
17 Series
Behind a familiar face there is Mustafa Shakir, an American actor, recognized more by role than by name. Crime is where the parts have come from. 26 years of continuous work sit behind the current profile. He is John 'Bushmaster' McIver to most of the audience, thanks to 'Marvel's Luke Cage'. 'Ghosted' appears further down the same list.
Movies
Plays Lt. Andrew Cailloux
Emancipation
2022
Plays Monte Jackson
Ghosted
2023
Plays The Raven
Love Hurts
2025
Plays Sex Machine
Song Sung Blue
2025
Plays Sebastian
Assassin
2023
Plays Frankie Pascarillo
Hide and Seek
2021
Plays Dominic
The Grounds
2018
Plays Engine Trouble
Marci X
2003
Plays Man
Record/Play
2012
Plays Marko
Let Them Die Like Lovers
2017
Plays Gannon
Within
2005
Plays Mr. Stanish
Pretenders
2019
Plays Manchi
Double Play
2017
TV Shows
Plays Big Mike
The Deuce
2017
Plays John 'Bushmaster' McIver
Marvel's Luke Cage
2016
Plays Jet Black
Cowboy Bebop
2021
Plays Moses
Quarry
2016
Plays Quinn
Jett
2019
Plays Victor
The Night Of
2016
Plays Javon Dennis
Girlfriends
2000
Plays Preston Hubbard
Law & Order
1990
Plays D'Vontray
House
2004
Plays Gregory Hayes
Timeless
2016
Plays Ambusher
Mighty Med
2013
Plays Baron Samedi
American Gods
2017
Plays D'Andre
Shameless
2011
Plays Guard 1
NCIS: Los Angeles
2009
Plays Bull
Harry's Law
2011
Plays Simeon Rivers
Wanted
2005
Plays Crew Member #1
Numb3rs
2005
Latest Trailers
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Song Sung Blue
Full Filmography
Song Sung Blue
Sex Machine
2025
Film
Love Hurts
The Raven
2025
Film
Superman Doesn't Steal
Gil Riddick
2024
Film
Ghosted
Monte Jackson
2023
Film
Assassin
Sebastian
2023
Film
Emancipation
Lt. Andrew Cailloux
2022
Film
Hide and Seek
Frankie Pascarillo
2021
Film
Cowboy Bebop
Jet Black · 10 episodes
2021–
TV
Pretenders
Mr. Stanish
2019
Film
Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Mustafa Shakir and where are they from?
Mustafa Shakir is 50 years old, born on August 21, 1976 in North Carolina, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Mustafa Shakir?
Mustafa Shakir is best known for roles in Ghosted, Brawl in Cell Block 99, Shaft.
How many movies has Mustafa Shakir been in?
Over a 26-year career (since 2000), Mustafa Shakir has appeared in 16 movies and 17 TV shows.
What was Mustafa Shakir's first movie?
The career of Mustafa Shakir began with Shaft (2000).
What is Mustafa Shakir's most recent movie or series?
Mustafa Shakir's most recent release is Song Sung Blue, which premiered on December 15, 2025.
What TV shows has Mustafa Shakir appeared in?
On television, Mustafa Shakir has appeared in House, Shameless, Marvel's Luke Cage, American Gods.
Mustafa Shakir
1976-08-21 · North Carolina, USA
Mustafa Shakir is an American actor known for his portrayal as Bushmaster in Marvel's Luke Cage.