Hal Cumpston
Biography
Hal Cumpston is an Australian actor born on May 29, 1999, in Sydney, New South Wales. He comes from a family of actors and producers. Cumpston wrote his first screenplay in his early 20s and produced his debut film Bilched. He took on his first major international role as Silas in the series The Walking Dead: World Beyond in 2020. Cumpston also played the lead role in the Australian coming-of-age film Bilched, which he wrote and produced in 2019. He has been involved in various drama programs throughout his life and has stated that he always knew he'd be an actor or a comedian.
Career overview
Hal Cumpston is an Australian actor. He was born in Sydney, New South Wales, and is the child of actor Jeremy Cumpston and producer Jessica Brentnall. Cumpston was involved in drama programs throughout his time at high school. He has stated that he always knew he'd be an actor or a comedian.
Cumpston's acting career includes a lead role in the Australian coming-of-age film Bilched, which he also wrote and produced. The film won awards. He took on a major international role as Silas in the spin-off series The Walking Dead: World Beyond in 2020. Cumpston also played the role of Max Kerr in the SBS legal drama Safe Home in 2022.
Cumpston has been involved in various projects throughout his career, including writing and producing his own films. He has stated his early interest in acting and comedy. His acting credits include roles in films and television shows, including Bilched and The Walking Dead: World Beyond.
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Full Filmography
13 titles- Balls Up (2026) as Eco Warrior PJ
- The Deb (2026) as Mitch
- Going Dutch (2025) as Corporal Papadakis
- Don't Drink The Punchline (2025) as Hugh IV
- Spin the Bottle (2024) as Westin
- The Artful Dodger (2023) as Oliver Twist
- Safe Home (2023) as Max Kerr
- The Greatest Beer Run Ever (2022) as Leary
- Nine Perfect Strangers (2021) as Zach Marconi
- The Walking Dead: World Beyond (2020) as Silas Plaskett
- Bilched (2019) as Hal
- Bilched (2019) Writer
- Have You Been Paying Attention? (2013) as Self - Guest Quizmaster
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Hal Cumpston best known for?
Hal Cumpston is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Balls Up (2026), The Artful Dodger (2023), The Greatest Beer Run Ever (2022), Nine Perfect Strangers (2021).
When and where was Hal Cumpston born?
Hal Cumpston was born on May 29, 1999 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
How many credits does Hal Cumpston have?
Hal Cumpston has accumulated over 13 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2013 to 2026.
What is Hal Cumpston's background in cinema and television?
Hal Cumpston is an Australian actor born on May 29, 1999, in Sydney, New South Wales. He comes from a family of actors and producers. Cumpston wrote his first screenplay in his early 20s and produced his debut film Bilched. He took on his first major international role as Silas in the series The Walking Dead: World Bey...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Artful Dodger (2023) as Oliver Twist — aged about 24
- Have You Been Paying Attention? (2013) as Self - Guest Quizmaster — aged about 14
- The Greatest Beer Run Ever (2022) as Leary — aged about 23
- The Walking Dead: World Beyond (2020) as Silas Plaskett — aged about 21
- Nine Perfect Strangers (2021) as Zach Marconi — aged about 22
- Balls Up (2026) as Eco Warrior PJ — aged about 27
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