Michael Culkin
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- July 2, 1954 in Ireland
- Active Years
- 1989–2026 (38 Years)
- Total Credits
- 80 credits in database
Biography
Michael Culkin is an Irish-born actor. He has appeared in various stage productions, including The Lion in Winter, A Scent of Flowers, The Hostage, and Carousel. He studied in Paris and attended The Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. After graduating, he worked in bi-weekly rep with the Yorkshire Theatre Company. Culkin has also worked in film and television, collaborating with directors such as Bernard Rose and Bill Condon. He has appeared in productions including the West End's Lady In The Van, the National Theatre, and the Donmar. Additionally, he has worked on the BBC drama Garrow's Law and the television series Génius - MLK/X.
Career overview
Michael Culkin is an Irish actor who has appeared in various stage productions, including works at the Arts Centre St Johns in Newfoundland. He has also studied in Paris and attended The Bristol Old Vic Theatre School in Bristol. After graduating, he worked in bi-weekly rep with the Yorkshire Theatre Company.
Culkin's film career includes working with Bernard Rose on the movie "Candyman" and subsequently on "Candyman 2" directed by Bill Condon. He has also worked in the West End, appearing in productions such as "Lady In The Van". Additionally, he has performed at the National Theatre and the Donmar.
Michael Culkin is known for his work in television, including a role as Judge Buller in the BBC drama "Garrow's Law". He has also appeared in other TV shows, including an episode of the drama "Génius - MLK/X" in 2017, where he played the role of Professor Pernet.
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Full Filmography
80 titles- Pretty Lethal (2026) as Lothar Marcovic
- Savage House (2026) as Lord Ashbury
- Flavia (2026) as Dr. Darby
- Towards Zero (2025) as Judge
- Reunion (2025) as Monroe
- Culprits (2023) as Crime Head
- Surprised by Oxford (2023) as Professor McTeague
- The Witchfinder (2022) as Puppeteer
- The Witchfinder (2022) as Lord Salisbury
- Dalgliesh (2021) as Hubert Langton
- Bridgerton (2020) as Lord Rutledge
- The Nest (2020) as Arthur Davis
- The Good Liar (2019) as Dr. Livesey
- A Discovery of Witches (2018) as Professor Marsh
- Holmes & Watson (2018) as The Judge
- A Very English Scandal (2018) as Reginald Maudling
- 55 Steps (2018) as Judge Farelly
- Peterloo (2018) as A Lord
- Genius (2017) as Professor Pernet
- The Crown (2016) as Rab Butler
- Dark Angel (2016) as Sunderland vicar
- Chicken (2016) as McClint
- Poldark (2015) as Horace Treneglos
- The Coroner (2015) as Charles Gower
- Mortdecai (2015) as Sir Graham Archer
- Mr. Holmes (2015) as Bank Manager
- Mr. Turner (2014) as Gentleman Critic
- Father Brown (2013) as Dr Barashi
- The Fifth Estate (2013) as Ralph Zilke
- The Door (2012) as King
- The Iron Lady (2011) as Host 1949
- Downton Abbey (2010) as Archbishop of York
- Shanghai (2010) as Billy
- Spirit Warriors (2010) as Mr. Austin
- Boogie Woogie (2010) as Beth's Father
- The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister (2010) as Charles Lawton
- Garrow's Law (2009) as Judge Buller
- Dorian Gray (2009) as Lord Radley
- Star Runners (2009) as Bishop
- Trent 2 Rent (2008) as Broken Arm Trick
- M.I. High (2007) as Mr Pronting
- Nightwatching (2007) as Herman Wormskerck
- Outlaw (2007) as Barrister (uncredited)
- Treasure Island (2007) as Captain Smolett
- Forgiven (2007) as Judge
- Crusade in Jeans (2006) as Anselmus
- Mrs. Henderson Presents (2005) as Lord Cromer's Secretary
- Dot.Kill (2005) as Happy Bob's Clerk
- Mrs Palfrey at The Claremont (2005) as Willie De Salis
- A Life in Suitcases: A History of Tulse Luper (2005) as Luper Authority
- The Tulse Luper Suitcases, Part 3: From Sark to the Finish (2005) as Luper Authority
- Cold & Dark (2005) as Landeson Dahl
- Being Julia (2004) as Rupert
- Strings (2004) as Agra
- The Tulse Luper Suitcases, Part 1: The Moab Story (2003) as Luper Authority
- Monsieur N. (2003) as Adm. Cockburn
- The Hours (2002) as Doctor
- Shackleton (2002) as Jack Morgan
- George Eliot: A Scandalous Life (2002) as Liggins Conspirator
- Perfect Strangers (2001) as Sidney
- Don Quixote (2000) as 1st Monk
- Relic Hunter (1999) as Winston Hubbard
- Queer as Folk (1999) as Martin Brooks
- Plunkett & Macleane (1999) as Judge Beresteade
- An Ideal Husband (1999) as Oscar Wilde
- Killer Net (1998) as Justin Holloway
- Dangerous Beauty (1998) as Bishop De la Torre
- Our Mutual Friend (1998) as Mr Veneering
- Place Vendôme (1998) as De Beers Man
- The Woodlanders (1998) as Percombe
- The Fifth Element (1997) as Hefty Man
- Solomon (1997) as Hiram of Naphtali
- Photographing Fairies (1997) as Cole
- Into the Blue (1997) as Rex Cunningham
- Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh (1995) as Phillip Purcell
- Immortal Beloved (1994) as Jakob Hotscevar
- L.A. Rules The Pros & Cons of Breathing (1993) as The Investor
- Highlander: The Series (1992) as Bernie Crimmins
- Candyman (1992) as Purcell
- Agatha Christie's Poirot (1989) as Savaranoff
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Michael Culkin best known for?
Michael Culkin is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Pretty Lethal (2026), Savage House (2026), Flavia (2026), Towards Zero (2025).
When and where was Michael Culkin born?
Michael Culkin was born on July 2, 1954 in Ireland.
How many credits does Michael Culkin have?
Michael Culkin has accumulated over 80 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1989 to 2026.
What is Michael Culkin's background in cinema and television?
Michael Culkin is an Irish-born actor. He has appeared in various stage productions, including The Lion in Winter, A Scent of Flowers, The Hostage, and Carousel. He studied in Paris and attended The Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. After graduating, he worked in bi-weekly rep with the Yorkshire Theatre Company. Culkin h...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Crown (2016) as Rab Butler — aged about 61
- Agatha Christie's Poirot (1989) as Savaranoff — aged about 34
- Bridgerton (2020) as Lord Rutledge — aged about 65
- Downton Abbey (2010) as Archbishop of York — aged about 55
- A Discovery of Witches (2018) as Professor Marsh — aged about 63
- Our Mutual Friend (1998) as Mr Veneering — aged about 43
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