Carl Lumbly is a veteran American actor with a decades long career across film television and voice work. He is widely recognized for his portrayal of Isaiah Bradley in the Marvel Cinematic Universe appearing in Captain America The Winter Soldier lore through The Falcon and the Winter Soldier and Captain America Brave New World, delivering a powerful and historic performance that expanded the legacy of Captain America.

Lumbly is also celebrated for his role as Detective Marcus Petrie on Cagney and Lacey, which established him as a major dramatic television presence. In animation and voice acting he is iconic as Martian Manhunter on Justice League and Justice League Unlimited, as well as numerous roles across major animated and video game franchises.

His film credits include acclaimed projects such as Alias, Doctor Sleep, Men of Honor, Get on the Bus, and Justice League Dark, showcasing a career defined by depth, intelligence, and lasting impact across genres.