Actor
Cillian Murphy
Cillian Murphy is an Irish actor who won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of J. Robert Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer.
Act I — Origin
Biography
Cillian Murphy (born May 25, 1976) is an Irish actor.
He made his professional debut in Enda Walsh's 1996 play Disco Pigs, a role he later reprised in the 2001 screen adaptation. His early notable film credits include the horror film 28 Days Later (2002), the dark comedy Intermission (2003), the thriller Red Eye (2005), the Irish war drama The Wind That Shakes the Barley (2006), and the science fiction thriller Sunshine (2007). He played a transgender Irish woman in the comedy-drama Breakfast on Pluto (2005), which earned him a Golden Globe Award nomination.
Murphy began collaborating with filmmaker Christopher Nolan in 2005, playing Dr.
Act II — The Work
The Chronology
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Act III — The Numbers
Born
Birthplace
Douglas, Cork, Ireland
Age
50
Computed from the birth date on file (May 25, 1976).
Years active
13
since first credit (2013)
Credited roles
2
Counted from 2 confirmed film and TV credits on this profile.
Notable awards
1
Counted from the awards & recognition list below.
Frequently asked
How old is Cillian Murphy?
Cillian Murphy is 50 years old, born May 25, 1976.
Where was Cillian Murphy born?
Cillian Murphy was born in Douglas, Cork, Ireland.
What is Cillian Murphy known for?
Cillian Murphy is an Irish actor who won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of J. Robert Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer.
What awards has Cillian Murphy won?
Documented awards for Cillian Murphy: Academy Award for Best Actor — Oppenheimer (2023).
Where can I watch Cillian Murphy's movies and TV shows?
Based on titles from Cillian Murphy's filmography that are on Auteur Nova: Cillian Murphy's movies are currently streaming on Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus, YouTube TV in the US, as of August 21, 2026; Cillian Murphy's TV shows are currently streaming on Netflix in the US, as of August 21, 2026. Rent and buy options may also be available — see the Where to Watch details on each title's card above.
Act IV — Recognition
Awards & recognition
- Academy Award for Best Actor — Oppenheimer (2023)
Closing Credits
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