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Aidan Turner

BIO

Aidan Turner is an Irish actor. He played the roles of Ross Poldark in the 2015–2019 BBC adaptation of The Poldark Novels by Winston Graham, Dante Gabriel Rossetti in Desperate Romantics, Ruairí McGowan in The Clinic, and John Mitchell in the supernatural drama series Being Human.

STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
2023
OLIVER [Replacement]

[West End]
Michael Grandage Company Revival, 2018
Mad Padraic

[Broadway]
1946
Monica Reed

News

Video: Aidan Turner and Monica Barbaro in LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES on National Theatre Live
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2026

Les Liaisons Dangereuses is currently streaming on National Theatre Live. Watch a clip of the production featuring Aidan Turner and Monica Barbaro! Directed by Marianne Elliott, the production was filmed live at The National Theatre.
Hit Series RIVALS Renewed for a Third Season at Hulu
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 16, 2026

Rivals, the critically acclaimed International Emmy and BAFTA Award-winning series, has been greenlit for a third season, with twelve new episodes. The show is available on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers in the US.
Lesley Manville Flew in for the Tonys After Closing a West End Show
by Michael Gioia - Jun 7, 2026

Lesley Manville flew from London to NYC for her first Tony nomination after closing Les Liaisons Dangereuses the night before. She told BroadwayWorld all about it!
RIVALS Season 2 Trailer Released as New Episodes Prepare to Drop on Hulu
by Robert Diamond - Jun 7, 2026

Hulu released a second official trailer for RIVALS Season 2, signaling that new episodes are on the way this November. The preview confirms the season is continuing with fresh installments of the drama series.
NT LIVE: LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES to Screen at Symphony Space With Director Q&A
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026

Symphony Space will present a sneak preview screening of NT LIVE: LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES, featuring a live Q&A with Tony Award-winning director Marianne Elliott. The film stars Lesley Manville and Aidan Turner in the National Theatre production.
Cate Blanchett, Anne-Marie Duff, and More Join National Theatre's 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026

The National Theatre announced further casting and dates for its 2026 season, including Cate Blanchett in ELECTRA/PERSONA, Anne-Marie Duff in SOME WOMAN, and new casts for CLOUD 9 and THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE.
Video: David Tennant, Alex Hassell, & More Are Back in Full Trailer for RIVALS Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2026

The full trailer is here for Season 2 of Rivals, the hit Hulu series featuring the return of David Tennant, Alex Hassell, Aidan Turner, Nafessa Williams and Bella Maclean. Check it out now.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 2, 2026- MEXODUS and PRINCE F*GGOT Lead Lortel Nominations and More
by - Apr 2, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 2, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Monica Barbaro, Lesley Manville and Aidan Turner in LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026

All new photos have been released for Marianne Elliott’s (Angels in America) new staging of Les Liaisons Dangereuses. Learn more about the show and check out photos here!
Review: LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES, Starring Lesley Manville & Aiden Turner
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Apr 2, 2026

Pierre Choderlos de Laclos’s scandalous 1782 novel, Les Liaisons Dangereuses, has received several adaptations over the years. None more resonant than Christopher Hampton’s 1985 reinvention which is now revived and updated in a masterful manner by Marianne Elliot at the National Theatre.
Photos: LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES in Rehearsal at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026

Rehearsal photos have been released for Marianne Elliott’s (Angels in America) major striking new staging of Les Liaisons Dangereuses. Learn more and check out the photos here!
Video: David Tennant Returns in New Teaser for RIVALS Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 9, 2026

Fan-favorite stars Alex Hassell, Aidan Turner, and David Tennant are all back for the new season of Rivals, which once again delves headfirst into the ruthless world of independent television in 1980s England. Check out the Season 2 teaser now.
THE AUDIENCE, THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD, and LES LIAISONS Will Come to Cinemas From National Theatre Live
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025

National Theatre Live has announced its next slate of productions releasing to cinemas worldwide in 2026, including two National Theatre productions captured from the Lyttelton stage on London’s South Bank and the re-release of a fan-favourite.
HAMLET New York Transfer and More Set for National Theatre 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2025

The National Theatre has revealed further information about productions in 2026. The season will feature the New York transfer of Hamlet, and more! See the full season here.
Colman Domingo and Jeremy Strong in Talks for National Theatre Debuts
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2025

Oscar-nominated actors Colman Domingo and Jeremy Strong are in early discussions to make their debuts at London’s National Theatre. The news comes as new Artistic Director Indhu Rubasingham unveils her inaugural season, featuring a starry lineup that includes Paul Mescal, Nicola Coughlan and more.
Full Cast and Creative Team Set For MY MASTER BUILDER Starring Ewan McGregor and More
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2025

Elizabeth Debicki, Kate Fleetwood, David Ajala, and Mirren Mack join Ewan McGregor to complete the cast of My Master Builder - a new play by American playwright and screenwriter Lila Raicek.
MGCfutures Celebrates 10th Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024

Michael Grandage’s charity MGCfutures celebrated their 10th anniversary last Thursday 7 November at St. Martin-in-the-Fields in Trafalgar Square. Learn more about the organization here!
MGCfutures Bursary Programme Opens Applications For 2024
by Stephi Wild - Nov 8, 2024

Artistic Director of MGC, Michael Grandage has announced that the eighth MGCfutures Bursary Programme will open for applications on 8 November at 12pm and closes on 5 December at 12pm.
Photos: MACBETH Opens, Starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2024

All new photos have been released the opening night of the West End transfer of Macbeth starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo at the Harold Pinter Theatre which took place last night. Those in attendance included Fearne Cotton, Poppy Delevingne, Alex Hassell, Celia Imrie, Aidan Turner and Michael Sheen.
Emma Corrin Becomes Patron Of MGCfutures
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2023

MGCfutures has announced that Emma Corrin becomes a patron, joining Judi Dench, Dawn French, Nicole Kidman, Jude Law, Daniel Radcliffe, Simon Russell Beale, Sheridan Smith, Aidan Turner, David Walliams and Ben Whishaw who already support the work of the charity.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Aidan Turner been in?

Aidan Turner has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Aidan Turner been in?

Aidan Turner has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.

What was Aidan Turner's first West End show?

Aidan Turner's first West End show was The Lieutenant of Inishmore which opened in 2018

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