How Colin Farrell built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Colin Farrell is a prominent Irish actor known for his leading roles in both blockbuster and independent films since the early 2000s. He has earned critical acclaim, including three Golden Globe Awards and an Academy Award nomination. Recognized for his significant contributions to film, The Irish Times ranked him as Ireland's fifth-greatest film actor in 2020. His influence extends beyond acting, as Time magazine acknowledged him as one of the 100 most influential people globally in 2023.
Colin Farrell complimented Rhenzy Feliz's performance in 'The Penguin.' Farrell also interviewed Danny DeVito, discussing their experiences portraying The Penguin in Batman films, sharing insights.
In 1990, the original movie "Total Recall" was released. Colin Farrell later starred in the 2012 remake.
In 1998, Colin Farrell had roles in television shows, including Ballykissangel and Falling for a Dancer.
In 1998, Colin Farrell started his acting career in the BBC drama series Ballykissangel.
In 1999, Colin Farrell made his feature film debut in English actor Tim Roth's directorial debut, The War Zone.
In 2000, Colin Farrell landed his first lead film role in the war drama Tigerland.
In December 2001, Colin Farrell was signed to the supporting role in Minority Report after Matt Damon turned down the role.
In 2001, Colin Farrell appeared in the film American Outlaws, which was not commercially successful.
In 2002, Colin Farrell had his breakthrough role in Steven Spielberg's science fiction film Minority Report.
In 2002, Colin Farrell played a Justice Department agent in Minority Report.
In 2002, Colin Farrell starred in Hart's War, Phone Booth, and The Recruit. Phone Booth and The Recruit were his first starring roles.
In 2003, Colin Farrell played Bullseye in Daredevil and was voted sixth World's "Sexiest Man" by Company magazine.
In 2003, Colin Farrell played the role of Bullseye in the film Daredevil.
In 2003, Colin Farrell starred in S.W.A.T., which was successful at the box office.
In late 2003, Colin Farrell starred as a criminal who plots a bank robbery with Cillian Murphy in the dark comedy Intermission, which held the record for highest-grossing Irish independent film in Irish box-office history for three years.
In 2004, Colin Farrell appeared in the independent film A Home at the End of the World, adapted from Michael Cunningham's novel.
In 2004, Colin Farrell played the title role of Alexander the Great in Oliver Stone's biographical film Alexander, which was controversial.
In 2004, Colin Farrell starred as Alexander the Great in the film Alexander.
In 2005, Colin Farrell starred as Captain John Smith in The New World, his second historical epic.
In 2007, Colin Farrell appeared in Woody Allen's drama Cassandra's Dream.
In 2007, Colin Farrell joined other celebrities as a spokesperson for the Special Olympics World Games in Shanghai.
In 2008, Colin Farrell won a Golden Globe Award for playing a novice hitman in In Bruges.
In 2008, In Bruges, starring Colin Farrell, opened the Sundance Film Festival. Farrell won his first Golden Globe Award for his performance in the film.
Later in 2008, Colin Farrell starred opposite Edward Norton in Pride and Glory, a police drama directed by Gavin O'Connor.
In January 2009, Colin Farrell won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy for his role in "In Bruges".
From May to September 2011, Colin Farrell filmed "Total Recall", a remake of the 1990 film, in Toronto.
In 2011, Colin Farrell played a role in the comedy Horrible Bosses.
In March 2012, Colin Farrell lent his support to the anti-bullying campaign Stand Up!, organised by the Irish LGBT youth organisation BeLonG To.
In October 2012, Colin Farrell's second film with Martin McDonagh, "Seven Psychopaths", premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. That month, Farrell appeared on the cover of the magazine Details.
In 2012, Colin Farrell played roles in the science fiction film Total Recall and the dark comedy Seven Psychopaths.
In 2012, Colin Farrell starred in the remake of "Total Recall".
In March 2013, Colin Farrell starred in "Dead Man Down", a thriller directed by Niels Arden Oplev, alongside Noomi Rapace and Terrence Howard.
In 2013, Colin Farrell played a role in the drama Saving Mr. Banks.
In 2014, Colin Farrell starred in the film adaptation of Mark Helprin's "Winter's Tale", directed by Akiva Goldsman.
In 2015, Colin Farrell became an official Ambassador of the Homeless World Cup, which uses street football to inspire homeless people to change their lives.
In 2015, Colin Farrell starred in "The Lobster", a romantic science fiction thriller directed by Yorgos Lanthimos.
In 2015, Colin Farrell starred in the dark comedy The Lobster and the second season of HBO's thriller series True Detective.
In 2016, Colin Farrell played a role in the fantasy film Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.
In 2017, Colin Farrell had leading roles in the films "The Beguiled", "The Killing of a Sacred Deer", and "Roman J. Israel, Esq.".
In 2017, Colin Farrell played roles in the thrillers The Killing of a Sacred Deer and The Beguiled.
In 2022, Colin Farrell co-starred in "Thirteen Lives", a film about the Tham Luang cave rescue, and portrayed The Penguin in "The Batman".
In 2022, Colin Farrell played Oz Cobb / Penguin in The Batman and had roles in After Yang, Thirteen Lives, and The Banshees of Inisherin. He won the Volpi Cup and a Golden Globe for The Banshees of Inisherin and received an Academy Award nomination.
In 2022, Colin Farrell reunited with Martin McDonagh and Brendan Gleeson for "The Banshees of Inisherin", which earned Farrell a Volpi Cup for Best Actor and a Golden Globe, as well as an Academy Award nomination.
In February 2024, it was reported that Colin Farrell would star alongside Margot Robbie in Kogonada's film "A Big Bold Beautiful Journey".
On August 7, 2024, Colin Farrell announced that he will be starting the Colin Farrell Foundation in dedication to his son James, who has Angelman syndrome. The organization provides support to adults with intellectual disabilities and their families.
In 2024, Colin Farrell won a Golden Globe award for his role in the HBO series The Penguin.
In 2024, Colin Farrell's performance as Oswald 'Oz' Cobb / Penguin in the spin-off solo series "The Penguin" on HBO earned critical praise and the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Miniseries or Television Film.
In March 2025, it was announced that Colin Farrell was in talks to star in a film based on Sgt. Rock for Warner Bros. and DC Studios as part of their DC Universe franchise.
In 2027, Colin Farrell will reprise the role of The Penguin in "The Batman Part II".
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