Niall O'Brien

Niall O'Brien

Deceased · Born: Feb 8, 1946 · Died: Feb 25, 2009

Personal Details

BornFeb 8, 1946 Dublin, Ireland
Parents
  • Brendan O'Brien
Relatives
  • Kevin O'Brien (Sibling)

Biography

Niall O'Brien, a talented individual with a storied life, was born on February 8, 1946, in the vibrant city of Dublin, Ireland. This remarkable person's life was marked by his illustrious career as an actor, leaving behind a lasting impact on the world of entertainment.

He is perhaps most famously known for his captivating performances in several notable films, including the iconic Excalibur (1981),the critically acclaimed Gorky Park (1983),and the epic Braveheart (1995). These memorable roles not only showcased his remarkable acting abilities but also cemented his status as a talented and dedicated artist.

Tragically, Niall O'Brien's life came to a close on February 25, 2009, in his native Ireland. Despite his untimely passing, his legacy continues to live on, inspiring future generations of actors and fans alike.

Career

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2006
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2003
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2001
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2000
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{"id":8360,"title":"A Touch of Frost","year":1999,"character":"Gerry Ryan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/a-touch-of-frost","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8360.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8360.jpg"},"released":1}
1999
A Touch of Frost
A Touch of Frost as Gerry Ryan
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1998
The Legend of 1900
The Legend of 1900 as Harbor Master
{"id":156626,"title":"The Last Bus Home","year":"1997","character":"Jessop's Father","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-last-bus-home","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_156626.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_156626.jpg"},"released":1}
1997
The Last Bus Home
The Last Bus Home as Jessop's Father
{"id":18,"title":"Braveheart","year":"1995","character":"English General","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/braveheart","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5ffmrv2qbfp0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5ffmrv2qbfp0.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
Braveheart
Braveheart as English General
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1993
Class of '61
Class of '61 as James O'Neil (Da)
{"id":59290,"title":"The Playboys","year":"1992","character":"Police Superintendant","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-playboys","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_59290.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_59290.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
The Playboys
The Playboys as Police Superintendant
{"id":4987,"title":"King Ralph","year":"1991","character":"Tommy McGuire","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/king-ralph","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_4987.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_4987.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
King Ralph
King Ralph as Tommy McGuire
{"id":93477,"title":"The Investigation: Inside a Terrorist Bombing","year":"1990","character":"Walker","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-investigation-inside-a-terrorist-bombing","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_93477.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_93477.jpg"},"released":1}
1990
{"id":13411,"title":"Rawhead Rex","year":"1986","character":"Det. Insp. Isaac Gissing","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/rawhead-rex","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2mik0bq644eg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2mik0bq644eg.jpg"},"released":1}
1986
Rawhead Rex
Rawhead Rex as Det. Insp. Isaac Gissing
{"id":8435,"title":"Half Moon Street","year":"1986","character":"Captain Twilley","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/half-moon-street","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_8435.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_8435.jpg"},"released":1}
Half Moon Street
Half Moon Street as Captain Twilley
{"id":162145,"title":"Anne Devlin","year":"1984","character":"Michael Dwyer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/anne-devlin","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_162145.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_162145.jpg"},"released":1}
1984
Anne Devlin
Anne Devlin as Michael Dwyer
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1983
Gorky Park
Gorky Park as KGB Agent Rurik
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1981
Lovespell
Lovespell as Corvenal
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{"id":63917,"title":"The Outsider","year":"1980","character":"Emmett Donovan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-outsider-1979","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_63917.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_63917.jpg"},"released":1}
1980
The Outsider
The Outsider as Emmett Donovan
{"id":163792,"title":"BBC2 Play of the Week","year":"1978","character":"2nd man on bus","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/bbc2-play-of-the-week-1978","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_163792.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_163792.jpg"},"released":1}
1978
BBC2 Play of the Week
BBC2 Play of the Week as 2nd man on bus
{"id":18500,"title":"Ryan's Daughter","year":"1970","character":"Bernard","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/ryans-daughter","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/36lv0jj9807g.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/36lv0jj9807g.jpg"},"released":1}
1970