Tom Rhys Harries: Biography, Age, and TV Shows

Few Welsh actors have straddled stage and screen with the range of Tom Rhys Harries – yet for many viewers, his name might still be unfamiliar. If you caught the Netflix crime saga White Lines or Guy Ritchie’s The Gentlemen, you’ve already seen his work; this article pulls together everything known about the Welsh actor, from his early film debut to his most recent roles in 2024, addressing the questions fans are asking most.

Born: 1991 or 1992 ·
Nationality: Welsh ·
Occupation: Actor ·
Years active: 2012–present ·
Notable roles: White Lines, Suspicion, Unforgotten, The Gentlemen

Below is a quick-reference table of key biographical data.

Who is Tom Rhys Harries?

Tom Rhys Harries is a Welsh actor best known for playing Axel Collins in the Netflix series White Lines and appearing in Guy Ritchie’s The Gentlemen. According to Rotten Tomatoes, he was born in Cardiff, Wales (though the exact birth date varies by source). He is a native Welsh speaker and attended the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, according to Wikipedia.

Early life and education

• First language is Welsh (Wikipedia notes his Welsh identity).
• Studied at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama (Wikipedia).
• His screen career began in 2011 with Hunky Dory (Cosmopolitan UK).

Career beginnings

After his film debut, Harries took on supporting roles in British television. He appeared in Jekyll and Hyde (2015) as Sackler (Famous Birthdays), and had recurring parts in Unforgotten as Eliot Hollis and Suspicion as Eddie Walker (Rotten Tomatoes). In 2018 he appeared in the horror-comedy Slaughterhouse Rulez (Fandango).

Breakthrough roles

His breakout came in 2020 playing Axel Collins, a Manchester DJ who goes missing in Ibiza, in the Netflix mystery White Lines. The Rakish Gent describes the role as “the charismatic Axel”. He followed this with appearances in Guy Ritchie’s The Gentlemen (2019) and historical drama Britannia (2019). More recently, he played Pisander in The Return (2024) and appeared in the Doctor Who episode “Dot and Bubble” (Apple TV).

“The charismatic Axel” — The Rakish Gent

“His film debut was Hunky Dory (2011)” — Cosmopolitan UK

How old is Tom Rhys Harries?

Tom Rhys Harries was born in 1991 or 1992, making him approximately 32–33 years old as of 2024. Rotten Tomatoes lists his birth date as 8 October 1992, while other sources like Wikipedia do not provide a precise day. The exact date has not been publicly confirmed. The implication: fans looking for an exact age should treat any specific date as unverified.

Is Tom Rhys Harries married?

Harries has not publicly confirmed a marriage or a spouse. Wikipedia lists no marital status. There has been speculation online about a relationship with actor Russell Tovey, but no reliable source has substantiated it. The pattern: Harries keeps his personal life very private — no partner has been seen on his Instagram feed, which focuses on professional work.

Does Tom Rhys Harries speak Welsh?

Yes, Welsh is his first language. Wikipedia notes he is a native Welsh speaker, a detail he has mentioned in interviews. He has performed in Welsh-language productions and often highlights his Welsh identity. For fans wondering whether his Welsh background plays into his roles — it does, but mainly as a cultural marker rather than a frequent on-screen skill.

The implication: his Welsh identity remains a strong personal marker but not a frequent on-screen tool.

What is Tom Rhys Harries’ most recent role?

As of mid-2024, his most recent released role is Pisander in the film The Return, a historical drama set after the Trojan War (Rotten Tomatoes). He also appears as a character in Guy Ritchie’s The Gentlemen TV series (2024). Earlier in 2024 he guest-starred in the Doctor Who episode “Dot and Bubble” (Apple TV). Rumors of his involvement in a Clayface film remain unconfirmed — Instagram and industry databases show no official announcement. The trade-off: his recent roles show a shift toward period dramas and streaming tentpoles, but the next big breakout role is still unknown.

A full filmography of his credited work includes White Lines (2020), Suspicion (2022), Unforgotten, The Gentlemen (2024), Doctor Who (2024), Slaughterhouse Rulez (2018), Britannia (2019), Sisi & I (2023), and Hunky Dory (2011). For a complete list, see IMDb.

The pattern: his public profile is professional, while private details remain unconfirmed.

The editorial verdict on Tom Rhys Harries: he is a steadily working Welsh actor who has built a solid filmography across crime dramas, period pieces, and fantasy, but his private life remains largely off-limits. For fans seeking to track his career, the best sources are IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes. For those curious about his next move, patience is required — no major upcoming projects have been publicly confirmed.

For a complete overview of his acting career, the biography and filmography of Tom Rhys Harries provides additional context on his early stage work and Netflix breakthrough.

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