Cillian Murphy

About

Cillian Murphy is an acclaimed Irish actor, born on May 25, 1976 in Douglas, County Cork, Ireland. Over his illustrious career, he has achieved recognition both on stage and screen. Murphy is known for his roles in films like '28 Days Later' (2002), 'Cold Mountain' (2003) and the 'Dark Knight' trilogy (2005-2012). However, he is most renowned for his portrayal of Thomas Shelby in the popular television series 'Peaky Blinders' (2013-present). His versatile performances have earned him several award nominations, including a Golden Globe for Best Actor. Besides acting, Murphy also occasionally works as a rock musician.

Associated With

Irish actor Cillian Murphy is well-known for his collaborations with esteemed directors and co-actors across his career in the film industry. He gained recognition for his frequent work with the top-notch director, Christopher Nolan, appearing in Nolan's films like "Inception" (2010), "The Dark Knight" trilogy (2005-2012), and "Dunkirk" (2017). In 2013, he also collaborated with Ron Howard for "In the Heart of the Sea", and with Danny Boyle for a couple of occasions “28 Days Later” (2002) and “Sunshine” (2007). On the television front, he has gained major acclaim for his lead role in the British drama series "Peaky Blinders" (since 2013) that gave him an opportunity to work with talented actors like Paul Anderson, Helen McCrory, and Sam Neill among others. In his personal life, he is married to Yvonne McGuinness, an artist and has largely kept his relationship private.

Career Highlights

• 1996: Cillian Murphy made his debut in the theater play "Endgame."
• 2001: He gained recognition after featuring in the movie "Disco Pigs."
• 2002: Murphy received criticial acclaim for his role in the horror movie "28 Days Later."
• 2005: He got a leading role in the psychological thriller film "Red Eye."
• 2005: He also played one of the primary villains, Scarecrow, in Christopher Nolan's "Batman Begins."
• 2006: Murphy was nominated for a Golden Globe for his performance in the movie "Breakfast on Pluto" in 2005.
• 2007: He starred in the World War II movie "The Wind That Shakes The Barley," which won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival.
• 2010: He worked with Christopher Nolan again, this time in the critically acclaimed movie "Inception."
• 2011: He won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Solo Performance for his work in the play "Misterman."
• 2013-2014: Murphy played the lead role in the BBC series "Peaky Blinders," earning him significant TV recognition.
• 2015: He received the Irish Film and Television Award for Best Actor in a Lead Role in Drama for "Peaky Blinders."
• 2017: He starred in Christopher Nolan's war film "Dunkirk."
• 2018: Cillian received Best Actor in a Lead Role in Drama award at Irish Film and Television Awards for "Peaky Blinders."
• 2020: Murphy featured in the sequel "A Quiet Place Part II."
• 2021: He won the Best Actor award at Irish Film and Television Awards once again for his role in "Peaky Blinders."

Notable Awards

• Cillian Murphy has a number of awards and nominations under his belt. Here are a few notable ones:
• British Independent Film Award for Best Actor for his role in the film "The Wind That Shakes the Barley" in 2006.
• Irish Film and Television Award for Best Actor in a Lead Role in Television for his role in "Peaky Blinders" in 2018.
• GQ UK Men of the Year Award for Television Actor in 2017 for his role in "Peaky Blinders".
• Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Solo Performance for his role in theater production 'Misterman' in 2011.
• Irish Times Theatre Award for Best Actor for his performance in theater production 'Ballyturk' in 2014.
• In addition to these, Murphy has received several other nominations for various film, television and theatrical roles.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Cillian Murphy Movie/TV Show?

Cillian Murphy is a versatile Irish actor known for his roles in various acclaimed films and TV shows. However, he is probably most recognized globally for his portrayal of 'Thomas Shelby' in the popular British television series "Peaky Blinders". The show, set in the aftermath of World War I, follows the exploits of the Shelby crime family and has earned a massive international following due to its captivating storytelling, atmospheric setting and powerful performances, particularly Murphy's, whose lead performance has garnered wide critical acclaim.

How Did Cillian Murphy Get Famous?

Cillian Murphy, an Irish actor, garnered fame primarily through his role in Christopher Nolan’s film, "Batman Begins," where he portrayed the character Dr. Jonathan Crane, also known as Scarecrow. His acting talent was showcased across multiple genres, but it was his portrayal in this high-profile superhero film that really placed him on the international radar. His subsequent roles in the acclaimed films "Inception" and "Dunkirk," and his leading role in the popular television series "Peaky Blinders," further solidified his fame and position as a respected figure in the film industry.