Best known as Nathan Young in Misfits, Klaus Hargreeves in The Umbrella Academy, and Darren in Love/Hate.
Films
- The School for Good and EvilRafal / The School Master2022
- The Last BusTom2021
- The Mortuary CollectionSam2019
- Bad SamaritanSean Falco2018
- MuteLuba2018
- The Song of Sway LakeCharlie2018
- Jet TrashLee2016
- The MessengerJack2015
- The Road WithinVincent2014
- Season of the WitchKay2011
- CherrybombLuke2009
TV shows
- The Umbrella AcademyKlaus Hargreeves2019
- FortitudeVladek Klimov2015
- MisfitsNathan Young2009
- Love/HateDarren Treacy2010
- The TudorsApprentice2007
- Foreign ExchangePete2004
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About Robert Sheehan
Robert Sheehan is an Irish actor known for his charismatic and often eccentric roles in both television and film. He rose to prominence with his portrayal of the witty and unpredictable Nathan Young in the cult series Misfits, and later gained international fame as the troubled Klaus Hargreeves in Netflix’s The Umbrella Academy.
FAQs
What is Robert Sheehan’s most famous role?
He is best known for playing Klaus Hargreeves in The Umbrella Academy (2019–2024) and Nathan Young in Misfits (2009–2010).
Is Robert Sheehan Irish?
Yes, he was born in Portlaoise, County Laois, Ireland, on 7 January 1988.
Has Robert Sheehan won any awards?
He won the Irish Film and Television Award for Best Actor in a Lead Role – Television for Love/Hate in 2011.
What was Robert Sheehan’s first acting role?
His first credited role was in the Irish television series Foreign Exchange (2004), playing Pete.
Did Robert Sheehan appear in The Mortuary Collection?
Yes, he played Sam in the 2019 horror anthology film The Mortuary Collection.
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