Justin Daniels Anene
Biography
Born in Dublin to Irish and Nigerian parents, Justin has always had a passion for performing. At thirteen, he began training as a professional wrestler and made his debut at a Fight Factory Pro wrestling event at the age of fourteen, becoming one of the youngest professional wrestlers in the world and the youngest in Ireland at the time. Alongside his wrestling career, he made his acting debut and has appeared in THE TOURIST for the BBC, SANCTUARY for AMC, as well as independent films such as TWIG and SPILT MILK.
Known For & Full Filmography11 Titles
Drama Series - 2022, 16 episodes • as Barman 2
When a man wakes up in the Australian outback with no memory, he must use the few clues he has to discover his identity before his past catches up with him.
Drama Series - 2024, 16 episodes • as Dale
Set in a contemporary world where witchcraft is real, the story takes place in the idyllic English town of Sanctuary, where for hundreds of years witches have lived peacefully, as valued members of society. Until now…
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • as Morten (voice)
Niko the reindeer joins his father in Santa's Flying Forces, but when Santa's sleigh is stolen by an acquaintance, Niko must find it in time for Christmas.
Movie - 2022, 2h 15m • as Tarek (voice)
Violetta (337), a curious and cheeky fairy, gets lost in the human world. To find her way back to the fairy world, she teams up with the human girl Maxie (12) and discovers her true destiny.
Drama Series - 2025, 16 episodes • as Billy
Three mostly normal, slightly weird teens go on an epic quest for a cult VHS collection. But on the way, they somehow get mixed up in a murder.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
A modern tale with twists of traditional Irish folklore, tells of two queer friends, Aoibhinn and Colim, who celebrate their night out at Dublin pride. Everything is well for the pair until something derails their fun; changing Aoibhinns perspective on who she wants to be and what she wants out of life.
Movie - 2026, 2h 15m • as Jordan
Danny, a kind-hearted teen about to age out of the care system is facing adulthood without family or support. After a turbulent childhood and separation from his younger brother, Danny is determined to build a future - but one reckless mistake puts him at risk of prison. As his 18th birthday approaches, Josh - his former social worker and the only adult who ever believed in him - returns, offering guidance when Danny needs it most. With new love, big dreams, and overwhelming challenges, Danny must choose whether to repeat the cycle of his past or fight for the life he deserves.
Movie - 2026, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
A group of social media influencers go to the launch of a new hotel on a tropical island, where they find deadly spiders.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • as Tommy Mulligan
11 year-old boy dreams of becoming a great detective like his TV hero Kojak. He sets up a private investigation with his best friend, but the disappearance of his older brother sets them off down a dark path.
Movie - 2023, 2h 15m • as Teenager In Bathroom
When Ireland's most notorious amateur sports star becomes the first man in history to fail a test for PEDs, he agrees to coach the country's worst team in order to try and rebuild his shattered reputation.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • as Paulie
Twig dreams of escape from a divided Dublin. Her brother's gangland feud traps the people in a culture of fear, surveillance and containment. When tragedy strikes, Twig seeks to do the right thing, stand up to King Leon and face her fate.