Mustafa Speaks
- Actor
- Writer
- Producer
Mustafa Speaks is an American actor, writer, and producer known for his commanding presence and grounded, emotionally complex performances. A native of the Booker T. Washington Projects in Jersey City, New Jersey, he brings a rare blend of grit, intellect, and authenticity to his work both on screen and behind the camera.
He stars as "Boss" in the Paramount+ hit series Landman, and is widely recognized for his roles in All American, Netflix’s Seven Seconds, and Paramount+’s Joe Pickett. His additional credits include NCIS, S.W.A.T., Lethal Weapon, Jane the Virgin, Revenge, and Pretty Little Liars.
A graduate of Hampton University with a B.S. in Marine & Environmental Science, Speaks was internationally published for his research on shark behavior before transitioning into entertainment-an uncommon foundation that continues to inform his disciplined, character-driven approach to storytelling.
He is the founder of Blue Meridian Studios, a creator-led production company focused on premium, culturally resonant stories rooted in science, survival, and the human condition.
Speaks is also an entrepreneur and author of The Mind Muscle Method, reflecting his commitment to performance, discipline, and self-mastery across every arena of his life.
He stars as "Boss" in the Paramount+ hit series Landman, and is widely recognized for his roles in All American, Netflix’s Seven Seconds, and Paramount+’s Joe Pickett. His additional credits include NCIS, S.W.A.T., Lethal Weapon, Jane the Virgin, Revenge, and Pretty Little Liars.
A graduate of Hampton University with a B.S. in Marine & Environmental Science, Speaks was internationally published for his research on shark behavior before transitioning into entertainment-an uncommon foundation that continues to inform his disciplined, character-driven approach to storytelling.
He is the founder of Blue Meridian Studios, a creator-led production company focused on premium, culturally resonant stories rooted in science, survival, and the human condition.
Speaks is also an entrepreneur and author of The Mind Muscle Method, reflecting his commitment to performance, discipline, and self-mastery across every arena of his life.
