Anthony Boyle has transitioned from the glittering lights of the West End to a prominent role on popular streaming platforms.
In a candid interview with the U.K.’s The Times in January 2024, Boyle shared his early aspirations, stating, “I just wanted to create. I wanted to write.” Expelled from school at 16, Boyle turned to the internet, searching for “Belfast male acting auditions” and committed himself to every opportunity he encountered.
After establishing himself in theater, Boyle made the jump to screen acting, first gaining attention in a 2014 episode of Game of Thrones. His cinematic journey continued as he portrayed Geoffrey Bache Smith in Tolkien in 2019.
In the 2023 Apple TV+ film Tetris, he shared the screen with Taron Egerton, before taking on the role of Major Harry Crosby in the much-anticipated 2024 miniseries Masters of the Air.
Following a fruitful year, Boyle also featured in the limited series Manhunt, Shardlake, and Say Nothing. By September 2025, he is expected to debut as Arthur Guinness in the eagerly awaited Netflix series House of Guinness.
Reflecting on his artistic journey, Boyle remarked that his stage experience is invaluable, telling The Times, “I learnt to put all my energy into the craft.”
Continue reading to discover more about this rising star:
1. He Is an Irish-Born Star
Born in Belfast, Ireland, Boyle’s academic journey took him through De La Salle College and St. Louise’s Comprehensive College before he earned a BA in acting from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in Cardiff.
2. He’s Part of the ‘Harry Potter’ Franchise
Boyle gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Scorpius Malfoy in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, a role he expertly inhabited from 2016 to 2019, gracing both the West End and Broadway stages.
3. He Has an Affinity for Historical Dramas
In addition to his performance as Major Crosby in Masters of the Air, Boyle has established a formidable presence in period dramas. He played Alvin Levin in the 2020 mini-series The Plot Against America, portrayed Brian Wood in Danny Boy, and is slated to assume the role of John Wilkes Booth in the upcoming series Manhunt.
“I’ve had the luxury, or perhaps the responsibility, of portraying many real individuals,” he reflected. “I want to get this right. These events happened, and they matter.”
4. He Has Some A-List Costars
His collaboration with Egerton in Tetris is noteworthy, but Masters of the Air stands out as a particularly star-studded venture, featuring talents such as Austin Butler, Callum Turner, and Barry Keoghan.
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5. He’s Somewhat of a Method Actor
While preparing for Masters of the Air, Boyle indicated a commitment to authenticity, immersing himself in the life of Major Crosby. “I’d walk around my flat doing his voice and mannerisms,” he explained. “This guy was heroic.”
Moreover, his preparation for portraying John Wilkes Booth in Manhunt took him to unprecedented depths. “It’s the most I’ve ever gone into a role,” he disclosed.
