Joey Iwanaga

Joey Iwanaga is a second-generation Japanese-American actor recognized for his dynamic presence and electrifying fight scenes in action films. He launched his acting career at 16 with a leading role in the feature film Dancing Karate Kid (2013), quickly capturing the industry's attention as a rising action star. His international breakthrough came with Enter the Fat Dragon (2020), earning him global recognition for his performance. In 2025, Joey stars in the highly anticipated new season of Netflix's global hit Alice in Borderland. He also takes on the lead antagonist role in the action-packed feature The Furious, starring alongside Joe Taslim and Brian Ho, with legendary producer Bill Kong. The film will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2025. Born into a dance studio in Los Angeles, Joey brings a powerful physicality to his roles, drawing from a diverse martial arts background that includes full-contact karate, boxing, taekwondo, and more. - IMDb mini biography by: Joey Iwanaga