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Jared Harris
Jared Harris
65 years (Aug 24, 1961)
London, England, UK
64 Movies
15 TV Shows

Jared Harris

Jared Harris is an English character actor, son of the legendary Richard Harris, who forged his own path through decades of scrupulous supporting work. American television made him essential: the doomed financial officer Lane Pryce in 'Mad Men' (2009-2012) and, above all, the scientist Valery Legasov in 'Chernobyl' (2019), a performance of quiet moral anguish that earned wide acclaim. Film roles include Moriarty in 'Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows' (2011), 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button' (2008) and 'Lincoln' (2012), plus the series 'The Crown' (2016) and 'Foundation' (2021). Decency under unbearable pressure is his signature key.
Jared Harris is an English character actor, son of the legendary Richard Harris, who forged his own path through decades of scrupulous supporting work. American television made him essential: the doomed financial officer Lane Pryce in 'Mad Men' (2009-2012) and, above all, the scientist Valery Legasov in 'Chernobyl' (2019), a performance of quiet moral anguish that earned wide acclaim. Film roles include Moriarty in 'Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows' (2011), 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button' (2008) and 'Lincoln' (2012), plus the series 'The Crown' (2016) and 'Foundation' (2021). Decency under unbearable pressure is his signature key.
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The Brink of War
Mikhail Gorbachev
★ 6.8
2026
Film
A House of Dynamite
Secretary of Defense Reid Baker
★ 6.4
2025
Film
Brave the Dark
Stan Deen
★ 6.7
2025
Film
Reawakening
John
★ 6.3
2024
Film
The Sea Beast
Captain Crow (voice)
★ 7.3
2022
Film
Morbius
Dr. Emil Nicholas
★ 5.9
2022
Film
Foundation
Hari Seldon · 30 episodes
★ 7.7
2021–
TV
The Beast Must Die
George Rattery · 5 episodes
★ 6.4
2021–
TV
Angela's Christmas Wish
The Vet
★ 6.4
2020
Film
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Jared Harris and where are they from?
Jared Harris is 65 years old, born on August 24, 1961 in London, England, UK.
What are the most famous roles of Jared Harris?
Jared Harris is best known for roles in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows, Ocean's Twelve.
How many movies has Jared Harris been in?
Over a 37-year career (since 1989), Jared Harris has appeared in 63 movies and 15 TV shows.
What was Jared Harris's first movie?
The career of Jared Harris began with The Rachel Papers (1989).
What is Jared Harris's most recent movie or series?
Jared Harris's most recent release is The Brink of War, which premiered on August 13, 2026.
What TV shows has Jared Harris appeared in?
On television, Jared Harris has appeared in Chernobyl, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, The Expanse, Fringe.
Does Jared Harris have any upcoming projects?
Yes, Jared Harris's upcoming work includes: Violent Night 2 (2026).
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Jared Harris
Jared Harris
1961-08-24 · London, England, UK

Jared Francis Harris (born August 24, 1961) is a British actor who has appeared in film, television, and theater. He is the son of the late Irish actor Richard Harris and the Welsh actress Elizabeth Rees-Williams.

Harris was born in Hammersmith, London, in 1961. He studied drama and literature at Duke University in North Carolina, and then went on to train at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in London.

Harris made his film debut in 1989 with a small role in the film The Rachel Papers. He went on to appear in a number of films, including The Last of the Mohicans (1992), Natural Born Killers (1994), Smoke (1995), Happiness (1998), and How to Kill Your Neighbor's Dog (2000).

In 2007, Harris began a recurring role as Lane Pryce in the 2007 AMC television series Mad Men and was received a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor for his performance.

In 2019, he won the British Academy Television Award for Best Actor for his performance as Valery Legasov in the HBO miniseries Chernobyl.

Harris has also had notable roles in television series such as Fringe (2008), The Crown (2016), The Expanse (2015) and Foundation (2021).

On stage, Harris has appeared in productions of The Crucible, The Cherry Orchard, and The Homecoming. He has also directed several stage productions, including The Glass Menagerie and The Birthday Party.

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