Robert Carlyle
Biography
Robert Carlyle OBE, born on April 14, 1961, is a renowned actor hailing from Scotland. His cinematic repertoire features notable films such as Trainspotting (1996), The Full Monty (1997), The World Is Not Enough (1999), There's Only One Jimmy Grimble (2000), The Beach (2000), The 51st State (2001), Eragon (2006), 28 Weeks Later (2007), and The Legend of Barney Thomson (2015). In addition to his film career, Carlyle has made significant contributions to television, appearing in series like Hamish Macbeth, Stargate Universe, Once Upon a Time, and COBRA.
Carlyle's performance in The Full Monty earned him the BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role, solidifying his status in the industry. He also received a Gemini Award for his role in Stargate Universe. Additionally, his talent was recognized with an Emmy Award nomination for his performance in the miniseries Human Trafficking (2005). Through his diverse roles across various genres, Carlyle has established himself as an influential figure in both film and television, showcasing his range and depth as an actor.
Filmography
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North of Normal
2023 • Papa Dick
The Legend of Barney Thomson
2015 • Barney
Priest
1995 • Graham
The World Is Not Enough
1999 • Renard
Stone of Destiny
2008 • John MacCormick
Born Equal
2006 • Robert
Riff-Raff (1991)
1991 • Stevie
Black and White (2002)
2002 • David O'Sullivan
Angela's Ashes
1999 • Malachy McCourt
Plunkett & MacLeane
1999 • Will Plunkett
Ravenous
1999 • Ives / Colqhoun
The Full Monty
1997 • Gary "Gaz" Schofield
Marilyn Hotchkiss' Ballroom Dancing & Charm School
2006 • Frank Keane
The Unloved
2009 • Lucy's Father
Flood
2007 • Rob Morrison
Go Now
1995 • Nick Cameron
Face
1997 • Ray
Eragon
2006 • Durza
Carla's Song
1996 • George Lennox
Being Human
1994 • Priest
The Tournament (2009)
2009 • Father Joseph MacAvoy
The Beach
2000 • Daffy