History of Domhnall Gleeson in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 12, 2025

Domhnall Gleeson is an Irish actor and screenwriter, son of actor Brendan Gleeson. He studied media arts and started his career directing and writing short films. Gleeson received a Tony Award nomination for his performance in The Lieutenant of Inishmore on Broadway in 2006. He gained broader recognition for his supporting role in Never Let Me Go (2010) and his portrayal of Bill Weasley in the final two Harry Potter films (2010-2011).

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2013: Immatürity for Charity Comedy Shorts

In 2013, Domhnall Gleeson penned a series of comedy shorts called Immatürity for Charity in aid of St. Francis Hospice in Raheny and Blanchardstown. The sketches, billed as a “lowbrow comedy fundraiser," starred Gleeson, his father, brother, and others.

2015: Aston Villa's FA Cup Semifinal Win

In 2015, Domhnall Gleeson described Aston Villa's FA Cup semifinal win over Liverpool at Wembley Stadium as one of the "great days of his life," highlighting his and his father Brendan's love for the English football team.

April 2020: Decision to keep his surname

In an April 2020 interview with The Guardian, Domhnall Gleeson stated that it never crossed his mind to change his surname at the beginning of his career to stay out of his father's shadow, as his father was not as well known internationally at that time.

2022: Starring in The Patient

In 2022, Domhnall Gleeson starred in the FX on Hulu psychological thriller limited series The Patient as Sam Fortner, a serial killer, alongside Steve Carell. He received Golden Globe and Critics Choice nominations for his role in the limited series.

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April 2023: Confirmation of Gleeson starring in Echo Valley

In April 2023, it was confirmed that Domhnall Gleeson would star in Echo Valley, an upcoming American thriller film directed by Michael Pearce, written by Brad Ingelsby, and starring Julianne Moore and Sydney Sweeney.

August 2023: Starring in "De Selby (Part 2)" Music Video

In August 2023, Domhnall Gleeson starred in the music video for "De Selby (Part 2)" by Hozier, which was filmed in County Wicklow. He also voiced the role of Lawrence in James Acaster's scripted podcast Springleaf, which topped the Spotify podcast chart in the UK and Ireland after its second episode. Additionally, he voiced the character of "Boy" in the 2023 animated short story Worry World.

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August 2023: Announcement of Gleeson starring in Alice & Jack

In August 2023, it was announced that Domhnall Gleeson would star in Alice & Jack, a television series made for Channel 4. He is also credited as a co-producer.

2023: Marriage to Juliette Bonass

In 2023, Domhnall Gleeson married Irish producer Juliette Bonass, whom he met in college. They have collaborated on projects such as Your Bad Self, Immatürity for Charity, and Psychic.

January 2024: Gleeson joins the cast of Fountain of Youth

In January 2024, it was announced that Domhnall Gleeson had joined the cast of Guy Ritchie's Fountain of Youth opposite John Krasinski and Natalie Portman in an undisclosed role.

February 14, 2024: Release of Alice & Jack on Channel 4

On February 14, 2024, Alice & Jack was released on Channel 4. The series received mixed to negative reviews, with praise for Domhnall Gleeson's acting but criticism for the plot and character arc.

March 17, 2024: Alice & Jack Premiere on PBS Masterpiece

On March 17, 2024, Alice & Jack, a television series starring Domhnall Gleeson, premiered on PBS Masterpiece. He is also credited as a co-producer for the series.