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Robert Sheehan
Known for
One of the most versatile Irish actors of his generation. He came to prominence with the British series 'Misfits' (2009-2011) and became internationally established as Klaus Hargreeves in Netflix's series 'The Umbrella Academy' (2019-2024), one of his most beloved roles. He starred in 'The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones' (2013), 'Mortal Engines' (2018) and Netflix's 'Mute' (2018). Irish actor identified with genre and fantasy fiction, recognized for his eccentric charisma and his range of extravagant characters in major contemporary serialized productions.
Robert Sheehan
25 Movies
16 Series
One of the most versatile Irish actors of his generation. He came to prominence with the British series 'Misfits' (2009-2011) and became internationally established as Klaus Hargreeves in Netflix's series 'The Umbrella Academy' (2019-2024), one of his most beloved roles. He starred in 'The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones' (2013), 'Mortal Engines' (2018) and Netflix's 'Mute' (2018). Irish actor identified with genre and fantasy fiction, recognized for his eccentric charisma and his range of extravagant characters in major contemporary serialized productions.
Movies
Plays Duncan Taylor
Geostorm
2017
Plays Tom Natsworthy
Mortal Engines
2018
Plays Simon Lewis
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones
2013
Plays Kay
Season of the Witch
2011
Plays Ray (voice)
A Turtle's Tale: Sammy's Adventures
2010
Plays Luba
Mute
2018
Plays Emperor Dragan the Magnificent
Red Sonja
2025
Plays Leon
Moonwalkers
2015
Plays Sean Falco
Bad Samaritan
2018
Plays Luke
Cherrybomb
2009
Plays Vincent
The Road Within
2014
Producer
Plays Lee
Jet Trash
2018
Plays Nikolai
The Song of Sway Lake
2019
Plays Mark
Lowland Fell
2008
Plays Ivan McCormick
Killing Bono
2011
Plays Randy's Date
Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties
2024
Plays Jack
The Messenger
2015
Plays Roland
Three Summers
2017
Plays Eli
Anita B.
2014
Plays Archie
Demons Never Die
2011
Plays Tim
Ghostwood
2006
TV Shows
Plays Shane Hunter
The Clinic
2003
Plays Klaus Hargreeves / Number Four
The Umbrella Academy
2019
Plays Cormac MacNamara
Foreign Exchange
2004
Plays Darren Tracey
Love/Hate
2010
Plays Nathan Young
Misfits
2009
Plays Louis XIV of France
Young Blades
2005
Plays Dalton Monkhouse
The Last Bus
2022
Plays Vladek Klimov
Fortitude
2015
Plays Addison Teller
Rock Rivals
2008
Plays Billy
Me and Mrs Jones
2012
Plays Carlos Casagemas
Genius
2017
Plays BJ
Red Riding
2009
Plays Max
Bel's Boys
2006
Plays Stephen Cartwright
Accused
2010
Plays Erskine Fogarty
Storyland
2009
Plays Jason
Coming Up
2003
Latest Trailers
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Red Sonja
Full Filmography
Red Sonja
Emperor Dragan the Magnificent
2025
Film
Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties
Randy's Date
2024
Film
The Last Bus
Dalton Monkhouse · 10 episodes
2022–
TV
The Song of Sway Lake
Nikolai
2019
Film
The Umbrella Academy
Klaus Hargreeves / Number Four · 36 episodes
2019–
TV
Mortal Engines
Tom Natsworthy
2018
Film
Jet Trash
Lee
2018
Film
Bad Samaritan
Sean Falco
2018
Film
Mute
Luba
2018
Film
Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Robert Sheehan and where are they from?
Robert Sheehan is 38 years old, born on January 7, 1988 in Portlaoise, County Laois, Ireland.
What are the most famous roles of Robert Sheehan?
Robert Sheehan is best known for roles in Geostorm, Mortal Engines, The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones.
How many movies has Robert Sheehan been in?
Over a 23-year career (since 2003), Robert Sheehan has appeared in 25 movies and 16 TV shows.
What was Robert Sheehan's first movie?
The career of Robert Sheehan began with A Dublin Story (2003).
What is Robert Sheehan's most recent movie or series?
Robert Sheehan's most recent release is Red Sonja, which premiered on July 31, 2025.
What TV shows has Robert Sheehan appeared in?
On television, Robert Sheehan has appeared in The Umbrella Academy, Misfits, Fortitude, Genius.
Robert Sheehan
1988-01-07 · Portlaoise, County Laois, Ireland
Robert Sheehan (born 7 January 1988) is an Irish actor. Sheehan is known for playing Klaus Hargreeves on Netflix's original series The Umbrella Academy. He is the son of Joe and Maria Sheehan. His father was a member of the Garda Síochána, the police force of the Republic of Ireland. As a child, Sheehan was interested in performing music. He learned how to play the banjo, the bodhrán, and the spoons. He took part in the Fleadh Cheoil, an Irish music competition for children and teenagers. His interest in acting started when his mother took him to an audition for drama film "Song for a Raggy Boy" (2003), about an oppressive school for boys during World War II. Sheehan won an acting part in the film and socialized with other young actors. Following his film debut, Sheehan started acting in theatrical performances.