Info

Role

Actor | Writer

Date of birth

05/23/1949

Place of birth

Lincoln, England, UK

Also known as

James "Jim" Broadbent

Jim Broadbent

Biography

Jim Broadbent trained at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, completing his studies in 1972 before beginning work in theatre companies and ensemble productions that included original stage plays and touring shows. Early appearances on radio and television were accompanied by increasingly frequent work in film, establishing him as a character actor across mediums. He continued stage involvement while taking on roles in television dramas, series and radio productions. Broadbent collaborated with directors from varied theatrical and cinematic backgrounds, contributing to voice work, television films produced with international partners, and ensemble casts in long-form scripted series.

Known For

Moulin Rouge!

Moulin Rouge!

7.7
7.7
Another Year

Another Year

7.5
7.5
Topsy-Turvy

Topsy-Turvy

7.2
7.2
The Iron Lady

The Iron Lady

6.5
6.5