Bio
Harry Lloyd is an English actor best known for his portrayal of Viserys Targaryen in HBO’s Game of Thrones, a role that helped launch the global phenomenon and cemented his place in pop culture. He later voiced Viktor in Netflix’s Arcane, a critically acclaimed animated series that became a breakout hit for its emotional depth and stunning visuals. Both roles showcased Lloyd’s ability to embody complex, often tragic characters in genre-defining productions that captivated audiences worldwide.
Beyond television, Lloyd has appeared in several notable films alongside acclaimed actors. In The Theory of Everything (2014), he played Brian, the fictionalized roommate of Stephen Hawking, opposite Eddie Redmayne and Felicity Jones. He portrayed Young Denis Thatcher in The Iron Lady (2011), sharing the screen with Meryl Streep. In the WWII thriller Anthropoid (2016), he starred as resistance fighter Adolf Opálka alongside Cillian Murphy and Jamie Dornan. He also appeared in The Wife (2017), playing the younger version of Joe Castleman, a character portrayed by Jonathan Pryce opposite Glenn Close.
Lloyd’s television career is marked by a range of standout performances. He played Bernard Marx in Brave New World, Charles Xavier in Legion, and Peter Quayle in Counterpart. His most recent role as Andrew Carter in Prime Target sees him as the head of the NSA in a high-stakes thriller, adding another layer of intrigue to his versatile portfolio. He’s also appeared in Wolf Hall, Marcella, and Manhattan, consistently delivering nuanced performances across genres.
As a voice actor, Lloyd has brought life to characters in both animation and video games. In addition to Arcane, he voiced Z in Xenoblade Chronicles 3, Ultima in Final Fantasy XVI, and Yulzim Yorden in The DioField Chronicle. His voice work extends to Star Wars: The Bad Batch, Halo, and narrative podcasts, showcasing his range and adaptability across mediums.
He was recently cast as legendary producer George Martin (“the fifth Beatle”) in Sam Mendes’ major four-part Beatles film project, which is currently in production, and expected for 2028.