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Colm Meaney
Colm Meaney
73 years (May 30, 1953)
Dublin, Ireland
88 Movies
31 TV Shows

Colm Meaney

Known for
Star Trek: The Next Generation
Miles O'Brien
Law Abiding Citizen
Detective Dunnigan
Gangs of London
Finn Wallace
Hell on Wheels
Thomas 'Doc' Durant
One of the great Irish character actors, a familiar face of film and television for decades. Breakthrough as engineer Miles O'Brien in the series 'Star Trek: The Next Generation' (1987-1994) and 'Deep Space Nine' (1993-1999), one of his most beloved roles. He starred in 'The Commitments' (1991), the Roddy Doyle trilogy and the series 'Hell on Wheels' (2011-2016). He appeared in 'Con Air' (1997) and 'Layer Cake' (2004). Irish actor of wide range between auteur cinema and major productions, recognized for his naturalness and his prolific career in international productions.
One of the great Irish character actors, a familiar face of film and television for decades. Breakthrough as engineer Miles O'Brien in the series 'Star Trek: The Next Generation' (1987-1994) and 'Deep Space Nine' (1993-1999), one of his most beloved roles. He starred in 'The Commitments' (1991), the Roddy Doyle trilogy and the series 'Hell on Wheels' (2011-2016). He appeared in 'Con Air' (1997) and 'Layer Cake' (2004). Irish actor of wide range between auteur cinema and major productions, recognized for his naturalness and his prolific career in international productions.
Known for
Star Trek: The Next Generation
Miles O'Brien
Law Abiding Citizen
Detective Dunnigan
Gangs of London
Finn Wallace
Hell on Wheels
Thomas 'Doc' Durant
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TV Shows
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Remarkably Bright Creatures
Ethan Mack
★ 8.5
2026
Film
Re-Creation
Ian Bailey
★ 7.0
2025
Film
Bring Them Down
Ray
★ 6.7
2025
Film
Safe Harbor
Kieran Walsh · 8 episodes
★ 7.1
2025–
TV
The Problem with People
Ciáran
★ 5.9
2024
Film
Duchess
Frank Monaghan
★ 5.6
2024
Film
The Ballad of Davy Crockett
Caleb
★ 5.1
2024
Film
No Way Up
Brandon
★ 6.2
2024
Film
The Santa Stories
The No Man/ Bill · 1 episode
★ 7.0
2023–
TV
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Colm Meaney and where are they from?
Colm Meaney is 73 years old, born on May 30, 1953 in Dublin, Ireland.
What are the most famous roles of Colm Meaney?
Colm Meaney is best known for roles in Die Hard 2, Law Abiding Citizen, Con Air.
How many movies has Colm Meaney been in?
Over a 45-year career (since 1981), Colm Meaney has appeared in 88 movies and 30 TV shows.
What was Colm Meaney's first movie?
The career of Colm Meaney began with Nailed (1981).
What is Colm Meaney's most recent movie or series?
Colm Meaney's most recent release is Remarkably Bright Creatures, which premiered on May 7, 2026.
What TV shows has Colm Meaney appeared in?
On television, Colm Meaney has appeared in The Simpsons, Star Trek: The Next Generation, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Stargate Atlantis.
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Colm Meaney
Colm Meaney
1953-05-30 · Dublin, Ireland

Colm J. Meaney (born May 30, 1953) is an acclaimed Irish actor. Born in Dublin, Meaney discovered his passion for acting in his youth and later honed his craft at the Abbey Theatre School before joining the National Theatre of Ireland. He achieved global recognition for his iconic portrayal of Chief Miles O'Brien within the Star Trek franchise, seamlessly transitioning the character from Star Trek: The Next Generation to a leading role on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine across a staggering 225 total episodes. Beyond science fiction, Meaney is deeply revered for starring as the quintessential working-class father in all three film adaptations of Roddy Doyle’s beloved Barrytown Trilogy: The Commitments, The Snapper (which earned him a Golden Globe nomination), and The Van. A highly versatile character actor, his prolific Hollywood filmography includes memorable roles in major blockbusters such as Die Hard 2, The Last of the Mohicans, Con Air, and Layer Cake. On the small screen, he delivered powerhouse performances as the ruthless railroad tycoon Thomas C. Durant in AMC's Western series Hell on Wheels and the crime boss Finn Wallace in Gangs of London. An accomplished stage veteran of Broadway and the West End, Meaney was honored with the prestigious Irish Film & Television Academy’s (IFTA) Lifetime Achievement Award in 2025. He continues to remain a vibrant force in the industry, starring in high-profile projects such as the Netflix feature adaptation Remarkably Bright Creatures and the crime drama series The Yank, which reunited him on screen with fellow Star Trek alumnus Kate Mulgrew.

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