Brian Gleeson
Known for
Brian Gleeson is a bankable Irish actor known worldwide, and known for specific work rather than for being known. 19 was the age at the first credit. More credits fall under drama than under anything else. At 40 credits, the workload has never been light. For a very large audience, Brian Gleeson is Gus from 'Snow White and the Huntsman'. 'Assassin's Creed' completes the pair of titles that define the public profile.
Brian Gleeson
25 Movies
15 Series
Brian Gleeson is a bankable Irish actor known worldwide, and known for specific work rather than for being known. 19 was the age at the first credit. More credits fall under drama than under anything else. At 40 credits, the workload has never been light. For a very large audience, Brian Gleeson is Gus from 'Snow White and the Huntsman'. 'Assassin's Creed' completes the pair of titles that define the public profile.
Movies
Plays Sam Bang
Logan Lucky
2017
Plays Dr. Robert Hardy
Phantom Thread
2017
Plays Younger Brother
mother!
2017
Plays Merlin
Hellboy
2019
Plays Gus
Snow White and the Huntsman
2012
Plays Young Joseph
Assassin's Creed
2016
Plays Traveller #1
The Eagle
2011
Plays Martin O'Shea
Wake Wood
2011
Plays Guard (voice)
Angela's Christmas
2017
Plays Frank
Noreen
2010
Plays Pete
Craggy Confidant
2025
Plays Simon
The Stag
2013
Plays Connor O'Leary
The Tiger's Tail
2006
Plays Doorman #1 (voice)
Coda
2013
Plays Hawk Man
Life's a Breeze
2013
Plays Alan
Standby
2014
Plays Joe
Tiger Raid
2016
Plays Ben O'Shea
Death of a Ladies' Man
2021
Plays Virgil O'Riley
Darkness on the Edge of Town
2014
Plays Liam
Stay
2013
Plays Cormac
How to be Happy
2013
TV Shows
Plays Ross Keane
The Lazarus Project
2022
Plays Thomas Claffin
Bad Sisters
2022
Creator
Plays Frank Marron
Frank of Ireland
2021
Plays Cathal
Single-Handed
2007
Plays Gabe
The Bisexual
2018
Plays Wayne
Taken Down
2018
Plays Jimmy Mahon
Rebellion
2016
Plays Jimmy Mahon
Resistance
2019
Plays Jimmy McCavern
Peaky Blinders
2013
Plays Mark Ellis
Atomic
2025
Plays Mac Jones
Under Salt Marsh
2026
Plays Hughie Power
Love/Hate
2010
Plays Sinclair
Quirke
2014
Plays Powell Imrie
Stonemouth
2015
Plays Brendol Hux
The Mandalorian
2019
Latest Trailers
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National Theatre Live: The Brightening Air
Full Filmography
Under Salt Marsh
Mac Jones · 5 episodes
2026–
TV
Craggy Confidant
Pete
2025
Film
National Theatre Live: The Brightening Air
Stephen
2025
Film
Atomic
Mark Ellis · 5 episodes
2025–
TV
The Mandalorian
Brendol Hux · 1 episode
2023
TV
Bad Sisters
Thomas Claffin · 10 episodes
2022
TV
The Lazarus Project
Ross Keane · 16 episodes
2022–
TV
Frank of Ireland
Frank Marron · 6 episodes
2021
TV
Death of a Ladies' Man
Ben O'Shea
2021
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Brian Gleeson and where are they from?
Brian Gleeson is 38 years old, born on November 14, 1987 in Dublin, Ireland.
What are the most famous roles of Brian Gleeson?
Brian Gleeson is best known for roles in Snow White and the Huntsman, Assassin's Creed, mother!.
How many movies has Brian Gleeson been in?
Over a 20-year career (since 2006), Brian Gleeson has appeared in 25 movies and 15 TV shows.
What was Brian Gleeson's first movie?
The career of Brian Gleeson began with The Tiger's Tail (2006).
What is Brian Gleeson's most recent movie or series?
Brian Gleeson's most recent release is Under Salt Marsh, which premiered on January 30, 2026.
What TV shows has Brian Gleeson appeared in?
On television, Brian Gleeson has appeared in Peaky Blinders, The Mandalorian, Bad Sisters, The Lazarus Project.
Brian Gleeson
1987-11-14 · Dublin, Ireland
Brian Gleeson is an Irish actor. Gleeson was born in Dublin, the son of actor Brendan Gleeson and his wife Mary (Weldon). He is the brother of actor Domhnall Gleeson and writer Rúairí Gleeson. He grew up in Malahide, Dublin. As a child, he appeared in school plays, before joining the Gaiety's Youth Theatre Company. Gleeson started acting in 2006, first appearing alongside his father in The Tiger's Tail directed by John Boorman, which was filmed the year he completed the Leaving Certificate. In 2010, Gleeson appeared as Hughie in the first season of Love/Hate, and earned a nomination for an Irish Film and Television Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Television) for the role. He also appeared in the Hollywood film The Eagle. He appeared in the 2012 Academy Award nominated film Snow White and the Huntsman. Gleeson portrayed the lead role in Standby opposite Jessica Paré in 2014. The same year, he filmed Tiger Raid, an Iraq War drama; it was released in 2016. Along with his father Brendan and brother Domhnall, Gleeson appeared in the Enda Walsh play The Walworth Farce in early 2015. He starred as Jimmy in the 2016 Irish drama series Rebellion, based on the 1916 Easter Rising.