Richard Harrington
Biography
Richard Harrington is a Welsh actor born on 12 March 1975 in Gurnos, Merthyr Tydfil. He has appeared in various stage and screen productions. Harrington is known for his work in the Welsh drama "Hinterland"/"Y Gwyll" where he plays the role of DCI Richard Matthias. He has a total of 66 known credits and is listed as an actor. Some of his notable works include "Prey, in Cold Blood" and he has also been involved in productions such as "Koruna", "Podfukáři", and "Lark Rise to Candleford". Harrington is a male actor with a content score of 100 and is 51 years old as of his birthday in 2026.
Career overview
Richard Harrington is a Welsh actor known for his work in stage and screen productions. He has appeared in various films and television shows, including "Prey" and "In Cold Blood". Harrington's acting credits include a total of 66 known works.
In addition to his film work, Harrington has also appeared in television dramas, including the Welsh series "Hinterland"/"Y Gwyll", where he plays the role of DCI Richard Matthias. Harrington's acting career spans multiple genres and mediums, showcasing his versatility as a performer.
Harrington's notable works include "Prey" and "In Cold Blood", as well as the television series "Lark Rise to Candleford" and "Koruna". His performances have been recognized through various credits and roles in the film industry.
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Full Filmography
66 titles- Havoc (2025) as Jake
- The One That Got Away (2024) as DS Rick Sheldon
- Steeltown Murders (2023) as Colin Dark
- The Chelsea Detective (2022) as Rory Fisk
- Remembers… (2022) as Self
- Fisherman's Friends: One and All (2022) as Morgan Jenkins
- Dalgliesh (2021) as Dr David Rollinson
- Dalen (2021) Director
- The Most Reluctant Convert: The Untold Story of C.S. Lewis (2021) as Albert Lewis
- Fflam (2021) as Beds
- Gangs of London (2020) as Mal
- McDonald & Dodds (2020) as Lenny Wood
- Bitter Sky (2019) as Roy
- Creepy Pasta Salad (2019)
- Requiem (2018) as Aron Morgan
- On the Edge (2018) as DI Nolan
- Gwen (2018) as Edward Morris
- Last Summer (2018) as Dai Hop
- Richard Harrington: My Grandfather's War (2017) as Himself
- The Crown (2016) as Fred Phillips
- Royal Wives at War (2016) as Narrator
- Poldark (2015) as Captain Blamey
- Poldark (2015) as Captain Andrew Blamey
- Just Jim (2015) as Headmaster
- Under Milk Wood (2014) as Neighbour
- Father Brown (2013) as Benedict Northam
- Endeavour (2013) as Dr. Dai Ferman
- Hinterland (2013) as DCI Tom Mathias
- Badfinger - They Sold A Million (2013) as Narrator
- Stella (2012)
- Elfie Hopkins: Cannibal Hunter (2012) as Timothy Jenkins
- Death in Paradise (2011) as Bryn Williams
- Little Munchkin (2011) as Mr. Jones
- Land Girls (2009) as Adam Blackfield
- Missing (2009)
- Lark Rise to Candleford (2008) as Gabriel Cochrane
- Hope Eternal (2008) as Evan
- M.I. High (2007) as Tommy Blumenheck
- Holby Blue (2007) as Luke French
- Five Days (2007) as Daf Parry
- The Contractor (2007) as Terry Winchell
- Sold (2007)
- The All Together (2007) as Jerry Davies
- Victoria Beckham: Coming to America (2007) Director of Photography
- Ancient Rome: The Rise and Fall of an Empire (2006) as Yohanon
- Daddy's Girl (2006) as Stephen
- Mathilde (2006) as Babyface
- Bleak House (2005) as Allan Woodcourt
- Fatigue - Don't play with the fire (2005) as Hurley
- Hustle (2004) as Sam Richards
- Gunpowder, Treason & Plot (2004) as Thomas Percy
- Rehab (2003) as Powell
- Spooks (2002) as Will North
- Score (2001) as Neil
- Care (2000) as Tony Collins
- Midsomer Murders (1997) as Leo Fincher
- House of America (1997) as Cat
- Deadly Instincts (1997) as Jack
- The Proposition (1996) as Evan
- Oliver's Travels (1995)
- Dafydd (1995) as Dafydd
- A Mind to Kill (1994)
- Leaving Lenin (1994) as Charlie
- Civvies (1992) as Taffy's Neighbour
- Nineteen96 (1989) as Kit Davis
- Screen Two (1985) as Marzi
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Richard Harrington best known for?
Richard Harrington is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Havoc (2025), The Chelsea Detective (2022), Remembers… (2022), Dalgliesh (2021).
When and where was Richard Harrington born?
Richard Harrington was born on March 12, 1975 in Merthyr Tydfil, Glamorgan, Wales, UK.
How many credits does Richard Harrington have?
Richard Harrington has accumulated over 66 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1985 to 2025.
What is Richard Harrington's background in cinema and television?
Richard Harrington is a Welsh actor born on 12 March 1975 in Gurnos, Merthyr Tydfil. He has appeared in various stage and screen productions. Harrington is known for his work in the Welsh drama "Hinterland"/"Y Gwyll" where he plays the role of DCI Richard Matthias. He has a total of 66 known credits and is listed as an...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Lark Rise to Candleford (2008) as Gabriel Cochrane — aged about 33
- The Crown (2016) as Fred Phillips — aged about 41
- Endeavour (2013) as Dr. Dai Ferman — aged about 38
- Bleak House (2005) as Allan Woodcourt — aged about 30
- Gangs of London (2020) as Mal — aged about 45
- Poldark (2015) as Captain Blamey — aged about 40
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