Eddie Marsan
Biography
Edward Maurice Charles Marsan, known as Eddie Marsan, was born on June 9, 1968, in England. He is a highly regarded actor, celebrated for his impressive range and compelling performances. In 2008, he received critical acclaim, winning both the London Film Critics Circle Award and the National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the film *Happy-Go-Lucky*.
Marsan's film career features a diverse array of roles across various genres. He made his mark with standout performances in *Gangster No. 1* (2000) and *Ultimate Force* (2002). His versatility is further showcased in notable films such as *V for Vendetta* (2006), *Mission: Impossible III* (2006), *Sixty Six* (2006), *Hancock* (2008), and the *Sherlock Holmes* series, including *Sherlock Holmes* (2009) and *Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows* (2011). He also starred in *War Horse* (2011), *The Best of Men* (2012), and *The World's End* (2013).
In addition to his film work, Marsan has made a significant impact on television. He portrayed Terry in the critically acclaimed series *Ray Donovan* from 2013 to 2020, and took on the role of Mr. Norrell in the BBC adaptation of *Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell* in 2015. His contributions to both film and television have solidified his reputation as a dynamic and talented actor.
Filmography
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All the Devils Are Here
2025 • Ronnie Blake
Jack the Giant Slayer
2013 • Crawe
Emperor (2026)
2026 • Martin Luther
Faintheart
2009 • Richard
White Boy Rick
2018 • Art Derrick
Hostage Radio
2019 • Jarvis Dolan
Red Riding: The Year of Our Lord 1974
2009
Red Riding: The Year of Our Lord 1980
2009 • Jack Whitehead
Tyrannosaur
2011 • James
The 39 Steps (2008)
2008 • Scudder
7 Days in Entebbe
2018 • Shimon Peres
The Best of Men
2012 • Dr. Ludwig Guttmann
Vice (2018)
2018 • Paul Wolfowitz
Back to Black
2024 • Mitch
Once Upon a Deadpool
2018
X+Y
2014 • Richard
Pierrepoint: The Last Hangman
2005 • James 'Tish' Corbitt
Mad Cows
1999
Vesper
2022 • Jonas
The Disappearance of Alice Creed
2009 • Vic
Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre
2023 • Norman
Heartless (2010)
2010 • Weapons Man