DOB: October 17, 1974
Background: Macfadyen is an English actor from Great Yarmouth, Norfolk. He studied at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. His roles include his lead performance in the British spy series "Spooks," as well as "Pride & Prejudice," "Death at a Funeral," "Frost/Nixon," "Any Human Heart," and "Anna Karenina."
BAFTA TV Awards: Win - Best Supporting Actor ("Criminal Justice," 2010); Nomination - Best Actor ("Secret Life," 2008)
SAG Awards:
Best Film Ensemble nomination:
- "Frost/Nixon" (2008); lost to "Slumdog Millionaire"








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