The film Moses the Black, inspired by the life of Moses the Ethiopian, is currently playing in over 1,800 theaters nationwide, including IMAX locations. The film is executive produced by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and features a background role by recording artist Xayne Outlander.
Xayne Outlander participated in filming across multiple days in September 2025. Initially cast as standard background, his role was later reclassified as featured background by writer-director Yelena Popovic. The role involved physically demanding work, including periods of physical stillness while restrained, application of stage blood, and participation in choreographed action sequences.
Outlander performed his own stunt work during a chase sequence, vaulting a wall under director approval. He also appears in a prison sequence featured in the film. Footage from this sequence was shared on social media by Quavo and executive producer 50 Cent. His involvement in Moses the Black is listed on IMDb.
Outlander’s participation in the film was not presented as a career change, but as a continuation of his established public record in music and other media. His role emphasized presence and physical labor within the film’s narrative. Moses the Black aims to re-center African historical narratives within a contemporary cinematic context and represents a significant theatrical release for a film inspired by the Ethiopian saint.
Xayne Outlander is a Pop and R&B recording artist distributed through EMPIRE Distribution. His career encompasses music, film, and diaspora-focused cultural work. He maintains a documented public presence across various entertainment platforms and has a significant fanbase, known as the Outlanders, with strong cultural ties to Ethiopia and Eritrea. Outlander’s public work prioritizes accuracy, continuity, and participation over spectacle, building a cumulative record across different media.
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