Colin James Farrell
- Born:
- May 31, 1976, Castleknock, Dublin, Ireland
- Nationality:
- Irish
- Profession(s):
- Actor
Early Life and Education
- Farrell attended St. Brigid's National School and Castleknock College.
- He briefly attended the Gaiety School of Acting in Dublin but dropped out to pursue acting opportunities.
Career and Major Achievements
- Early career included roles in the BBC drama Ballykissangel.
- Breakthrough role in the film Tigerland (2000).
- Established himself as a leading man with roles in Minority Report (2002), Phone Booth (2002), and S.W.A.T. (2003).
- Received critical acclaim and awards for performances in films such as In Bruges (2008), Crazy Heart (2009), and The Lobster (2015).
- Won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Musical or Comedy for In Bruges.
- Won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Musical or Comedy for The Banshees of Inisherin
- According to sites such as a colin farrell biography imdb pro page, his career remains active with roles in significant film and television projects.
Notable Works
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Tigerland | Pvt. Roland Bozz |
| 2002 | Minority Report | Danny Witwer |
| 2002 | Phone Booth | Stu Shepard |
| 2003 | S.W.A.T. | Jim Street |
| 2008 | In Bruges | Ray |
| 2015 | The Lobster | David |
| 2022 | The Banshees of Inisherin | Pádraic Súilleabháin |
| 2022 | The Batman | Oswald Cobblepot / The Penguin |
Legacy and Impact
Colin Farrell has established himself as a versatile and accomplished actor, known for his performances in both mainstream blockbusters and critically acclaimed independent films. His work has contributed significantly to the contemporary film landscape.