About Benedict Cumberbatch
Meet Benedict Timothy Carlton Cumberbatch, a talented English actor who has made a significant impact on both stage and screen! With a string of accolades to his name, including a Primetime Emmy Award, a British Academy Television Award, and a Laurence Olivier Award, Benedict has proven his mettle in the industry.
His lauded performance in the National Theatre's production of "Frankenstein" earned him the Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role, while his portrayal of the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes in the BBC series "Sherlock" won him a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or Movie.
Benedict's film work is equally impressive, with nominations for an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and a Golden Globe Award for his roles in "The Imitation Game" and "The Power of the Dog." He also received critical acclaim for his performance in the Western drama "The Power of the Dog."
In addition to his acting talents, Benedict is a graduate of the Victoria University of Manchester and trained at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. He began his career on the stage, performing in Shakespearean productions at the Open Air Theatre, Regent's Park, and making his West End debut in "Hedda Gabler" in 2005.
Benedict's television work includes his portrayal of Stephen Hawking in the television film "Hawking" and his groundbreaking performance as Sherlock Holmes in the BBC series "Sherlock." He has also headlined productions such as "Parade's End," "The Hollow Crown: The Wars of the Roses," "Patrick Melrose," and "Brexit: The Uncivil War."
In films, Benedict has starred in a variety of roles, including William Pitt the Younger in "Amazing Grace," Khan in "Star Trek Into Darkness," William Prince Ford in "12 Years a Slave," Julian Assange in "The Fifth Estate," and Alan Turing in "The Imitation Game." He has also lent his voice and motion capture talents to the characters of Smaug and Sauron in "The Hobbit" film series.
Benedict's contributions to the performing arts and charity have been recognized by Time magazine, which included him in its annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2014, and by Queen Elizabeth II, who appointed him a CBE in the 2015 Birthday Honours for services to the performing arts and to charity.
Most recently, Benedict has taken on the role of Dr. Stephen Strange in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films, beginning with "Doctor Strange" in 2016, and has also voiced the character in the animated series "What If...?". With his undeniable talent and versatility, Benedict Cumberbatch is a true force to be reckoned with in the world of entertainment.
Movie Credits
Benedict Cumberbatch has appeared in 99 movies.
Some of Benedict Cumberbatch's most popular movies include:
TV Credits
Benedict Cumberbatch has appeared in 46 TV Series.
Some of the most popular TV Shows include:
