Murray McArthur

Murray McArthur

59 · Born: May 4, 1966

Personal Details

BornMay 4, 1966 Honiton, Devon, England, UK

Biography

Noted for his captivating portrayal of the enigmatic Wildling chieftain, Dim Dalba, in the esteemed television series Game of Thrones, is a multifaceted British stage, television, and film actor, renowned for his versatility and depth, effortlessly transitioning between a wide range of roles, from the bold and fearless to the complex and nuanced, consistently delivering performances that mesmerize audiences and critics alike.

Born and nurtured within the idyllic confines of Devon, a county renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, he emerged as a product of a family with a modest background, his father laboring as a dedicated mushroom farmer, and his parents boasting a rich cultural heritage, with a proud Scottish ancestry that added a unique dimension to his persona, further accentuated by the striking feature of his fiery red hair.

Noted for his unwavering dedication to intellectual growth, he embarked upon a rigorous academic journey at Loughborough University, where he successfully completed a Bachelor of Arts degree program with honors, simultaneously excelling in two distinct fields of study: English and Drama.

As a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft, he went on to attend the esteemed Drama Studio London, a globally recognized institution that has produced some of the most talented and accomplished actors of our time.

Career

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2025
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2024
Seize Them!
Seize Them! as Ur-Nammu
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2023
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Wonka
Wonka as Ship Captain
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2022
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The Northman
The Northman as Hákon Iron-Beard
{"id":133876,"title":"Viking Destiny","year":"2018","character":"Loki","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/viking-destiny","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_133876.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_133876.jpg"},"released":1}
2018
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Watership Down
Watership Down as Farmer (voice)
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2015
Doctor Who
Doctor Who as Hasten
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2008
Made of Honor
Made of Honor as Driver in Scotland
{"id":7537,"title":"The Last Legion","year":"2007","character":"Tertius","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-last-legion","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4qsl4ca4tj30.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4qsl4ca4tj30.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
{"id":256290,"title":"Falling Apart","year":"2006","character":"Men's Group Member","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/falling-apart","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_256290.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_256290.jpg"},"released":1}
2006
Falling Apart
Falling Apart as Men's Group Member
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2005
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Keeping Mum
Keeping Mum as Vicar's Convention Master of Ceremonies
{"id":85297,"title":"Endgame","year":"2001","character":"Det. Const. Kenny","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/endgame-2001","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_85297.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_85297.jpg"},"released":1}
2001
Endgame
Endgame as Det. Const. Kenny
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1996
Tales from the Crypt
Tales from the Crypt as George Heathcote