Actor, Producer, Director | British
Gary Oldman is a British actor and filmmaker widely regarded as one of the greatest actors of his generation. Born in New Cross, London, he trained at Rose Bruford College of Theatre and Performance and began his career in British theater before transitioning to film.
Oldman is known for his transformative performances and ability to disappear into diverse roles. He’s portrayed historical figures like Winston Churchill (for which he won the Academy Award), Sid Vicious, and Lee Harvey Oswald, as well as iconic characters like Sirius Black in “Harry Potter,” Commissioner Gordon in “The Dark Knight” trilogy, and George Smiley in “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy.”
His recent work includes starring as Jackson Lamb in Apple TV+’s “Slow Horses” (2022-present), a role that earned him multiple Emmy nominations and reminded audiences of his remarkable range. After decades as a chameleon character actor, Oldman finally received mainstream recognition with his Oscar win in 2018.
Film breakthrough in "Sid and Nancy"
Iconic villain in "Bram Stoker's Dracula"
Memorable role in "Léon: The Professional"
Began playing Sirius Black in Harry Potter
Started as Gordon in Batman Begins
Oscar nomination for "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy"
Won Oscar for "Darkest Hour"
Began starring in "Slow Horses"
Gary Oldman's net worth is estimated at $40 million, earned through his extensive film career spanning four decades.