Domhnall Gleeson

Domhnall Gleeson

42 · Born: May 12, 1983

Personal Details

Height6' 0"
BornMay 12, 1983 Dublin, Ireland
Parents
  • Brendan Gleeson
  • Mary Gleeson
Relatives
  • Brian Gleeson (Sibling)
  • Fergus Gleeson (Sibling)
  • Rory Gleeson (Sibling)

Biography

Domhnall Gleeson is a renowned Irish actor and writer, whose impressive body of work has captivated audiences worldwide. His most notable roles include his portrayal of Bill Weasley in the beloved Harry Potter film franchise, which spanned from 2010 to 2011. He also delivered standout performances in the critically acclaimed films About Time, Ex Machina, and The Revenant, all released in 2015.

As the son of the talented actor Brendan Gleeson, Domhnall has had the opportunity to share the screen with his father on several occasions, showcasing their impressive on-screen chemistry in various films and theatre projects.

Throughout his career, Domhnall has demonstrated his remarkable range as an actor, taking on diverse roles in films such as Anna Karenina, Frank, and Goodbye Christopher Robin. His impressive repertoire also includes his portrayal of the formidable General Hux in the Star Wars franchise, specifically in Star Wars: The Force Awakens and Star Wars: The Last Jedi.

In addition to his film work, Domhnall has also made a notable appearance in the popular Black Mirror episode Be Right Back, which aired in 2013. His acting debut was in the 2005 film Boy Eats Girl, marking the beginning of his illustrious career in the entertainment industry.

Career

2025
Fountain of Youth
Fountain of Youth as Owen Carver
Echo Valley
Echo Valley as Jackie
The Scarecrows' Wedding
The Scarecrows' Wedding as Harry O'Hay (voice)
2023
2022
The Patient
The Patient as Sam Fortner
2021
Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway
Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway as Mr. Thomas McGregor
2020
Run
Run as Billy Johnson
The Kitchen
The Kitchen as Gabriel O'Malley
2018
Psychic
Psychic as Shergar
Peter Rabbit
Peter Rabbit as Thomas McGregor / Mr. Jeremy Fisher (voice)
The Little Stranger
The Little Stranger as Dr. Faraday
2017
Crash Pad
Crash Pad as Stensland
Goodbye Christopher Robin
Goodbye Christopher Robin as Alan Alexander Milne / Blue
American Made
American Made as Monty 'Schafer'
Mother!
Mother! as Oldest Son
2015
Brooklyn
Brooklyn as Jim Farrell
Ex Machina
Ex Machina as Caleb
The Revenant
The Revenant as Captain Andrew Henry
2014
Calvary
Calvary as Freddie Joyce
Unbroken
Unbroken as Russel Allen 'Phil' Phillips
Frank
Frank as Jon Burroughs
2013
About Time
About Time as Tim Lake
2012
Dredd
Dredd as Clan Techie
2011
Sensation
Sensation as Donal
2010
True Grit
True Grit as Moon (The Kid)
2009
A Dog Year
A Dog Year as Anthony Armstrong
Corduroy
Corduroy as Mahon
2006
Studs
Studs as Trampis
Stars
Stars as Brian (voice)
2005
Boy Eats Girl
Boy Eats Girl as Bernard
2004
Six Shooter
Six Shooter as Cashier
2010
Noreen
Noreen as Director, Writer
2009
What Will Survive of Us
What Will Survive of Us as Director, Writer
2021