Ewen Bremner, born in Edinburgh, Scotland, has had a diverse and illustrious career in film, television, and theatre, working with renowned directors such as Danny Boyle, Mike Leigh, Ridley Scott, Joon-Ho Bong, Werner Herzog, and Woody Allen.
He originated the role of Mark Renton in Edinburgh's Traverse Theatre production of Trainspotting, which earned him international recognition. He reprised the role in the film adaptation, opposite Ewan McGregor, and delivered a memorable performance in the iconic "speed fueled" job interview scene.
Bremner's other notable film credits include Mike Leigh's Naked, Harmony Korine's Julien Donkey-Boy, and Michael Bay's Pearl Harbor. He also appeared in Ridley Scott's Black Hawk Down and Woody Allen's Match Point.
In recent years, Bremner has worked on a range of projects, including the DC Universe film Wonder Woman, the sequel to Trainspotting, and the TNT drama series Will. He has also appeared in films such as The Lake, Exodus: Gods and Kings, and Snowpiercer.
In addition to his film work, Bremner has had a successful career in television, with notable appearances in productions such as David Hare's Worriker trilogy, Jimmy McGovern's Moving On, and the Dylan Thomas biopic, A Poet In New York.
Bremner has also worked extensively in theatre, with credits including God of Hell, Damascus, Trainspotting, The Present, Gormenghast, Bright Light Shinning, and Conquest of the South Pole.
Currently, Bremner splits his time between Scotland and New York, continuing to work on a range of projects in film, television, and theatre.