Sebastian Armesto

Sebastian Armesto

43 · Born: Jun 3, 1982

Personal Details

BornJun 3, 1982 England, UK
Parents
  • Felipe Fernández-Armesto
  • Lesley Patricia Hook
Relatives
  • Betty Millan de Fernandez-Armesto (Grandparent)

Biography

Sebastian Armesto, born on June 3, 1982, is a talented English actor who has made a name for himself in the film, television, and theatre industries. As the son of renowned historian Felipe Fernandez-Armesto, he was destined for greatness. After being educated at the prestigious Eton College, Armesto went on to hone his craft in various high-profile theatre productions in Britain, including three notable shows at the National Theatre and one at the Royal Court.

In addition to his acting skills, Armesto is also a creative force behind the scenes. He co-founded the theatre company Simple 8, which he uses to write, direct, and adapt a range of productions. One of his most notable achievements was directing and adapting the classic French play Les Enfants du Paradis, which received widespread acclaim.

Most recently, Armesto has continued to push the boundaries of his creativity by co-writing and directing a play based on William Hogarth's The Four Stages of Cruelty, as well as new versions of The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari and Moby-Dick. With his impressive range of skills and his passion for storytelling, Sebastian Armesto is undoubtedly a rising star in the world of theatre.

Career

2025
Gangs of London
Gangs of London as Henry Amiel
2020
Cursed
Cursed as King Uther Pendragon
2019
Gold Digger
Gold Digger as Patrick Day
2018
The Mercy
The Mercy as Nelson Messina
Harlots
Harlots as Justice Hunt
2017
Tulip Fever
Tulip Fever as Eduart Asmus
Broadchurch
Broadchurch as Clive Lucas
2016
Murder
Murder as Dominic Cotterall
Close to the Enemy
Close to the Enemy as Alex Lombard
Poldark
Poldark as Tankard
2015
Coalition
Coalition as George Osborne
2014
Dead Cat
Dead Cat as Michael
Copenhagen
Copenhagen as Jeremy
2013
Complicit
Complicit as Gareth
2011
Anonymous
Anonymous as Ben Jonson
2009
Bright Star
Bright Star as Mr. Haslam
2008
Little Dorrit
Little Dorrit as Edmund Sparkler
The Palace
The Palace as Prince George
2007
Blood Monkey
Blood Monkey as Josh Dawson
2006
Marie Antoinette
Marie Antoinette as Comte de Provence
The Virgin Queen
The Virgin Queen as Charles Blount
2004
Hawking
Hawking as Robert Silkin
1994