Brian Cox

Cast · Director

Born

June 1, 1946 · Dundee, Scotland, UK

Birth name

Brian Denis Cox

“Actors have become very spoiled in the roles they choose today. When I started in this profession - about a hundred years ago, in the last century - it was about taking risks, doing the work and honing the craft.” Brian Cox is a renowned Scottish actor widely recognized for his versatility in theater, film and television. He gained particular acclaim for his portrayal of media mogul Logan Roy in the HBO series Succession (2018-2023) for which he won a Golden Globe Award. His beginnings were in the theater, he worked at the Dundee Repertory Theatre for a few years and at the age of 17 he began his training at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. He starred in numerous productions with the Royal National Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company, earning significant recognition. In 1971 he made his film debut with Nicholas and Alexandra. Years later he played the first version of the character of Hannibal Lecter in the film thriller Manhunter (1986). In 2000 he gave a remarkable and faithful portrayal of Hermann Göring in Nuremberg and has worked in films such as Troy (2004), The Bourne Identity (2002), Rob Roy (1995), Braveheart (1995), Match Point (2005) and X-Men 2 (2003), in the role of William Stryker, Zodiac (2007), among others. He has been acclaimed by critics and audiences alike for his commanding presence, dedication and authenticity.