
Acting
Born September 20, 1958 · Tartus, Syria
Ghassan Massoud (Arabic: غسّان مسعود / Ghassān Masʻūd; born September 20, 1958) is a Syrian actor and filmmaker born on September 20, 1958, in Damascus, Syria. He achieved global recognition for his roles in both Arabic and worldwide films. Massoud has been active in the industry for several decades, earning a distinguished reputation as one of the most highly regarded actors in the Middle East. Massoud is known for writing and directing the theater play "Diplomasiyyoun," as well as his appearances in many Syrian-made films. He has appeared in the Syrian television series "The Chant of Rain," but most recently, he starred as Abu Bakr in MBC's series "Omar." He's most well-known internationally for his role as Saladin in Ridley Scott's 2005 film "Kingdom of Heaven," alongside playing Ammand the Corsair in Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End. Throughout his career, Massoud has been recognized for the commitment he has to his craft. He continues to be an influential figure in the world of Arab cinema, teaching drama at both the Damascus Music and Drama School and the Higher Institute for Dramatic Arts.

Desert Warrior
2026

The Cello
2023

A Tale in Damascus
2022

The Legend of Tomiris
2019

The Confession
2019

All the Money in the World
2017

Writing on Snow
2017

Labor
2017

Baron
2016

Cherry Messages
2015

Exodus: Gods and Kings
2014

The Butterfly
2009

The Promise
2008

Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End
2007

Jubaa
2007

The Path to Redemption
2006

Shadow of Silence
2006

Valley of the Wolves: Iraq
2006

Kingdom of Heaven
2005

That Which Remains
1995