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James Purefoy is a stage actor, film actor and television actor, born on June 3, 1964 in Taunton, United Kingdom. That puts James Purefoy at 62 years old in 2026. Credited works include Solomon Kane.
My Take
James Purefoy is a properly versatile English actor I always feel safe watching. Born in Taunton, he's moved easily between stage, film and television, playing Mark Antony in HBO's Rome, a serial killer in The Following, and the brooding lead in Solomon Kane. There's a weight to him that lets him anchor a scene whether he's the hero or the villain, and you can hear the theatre training in his voice and bearing. He's never relied on flash; he's built his reputation on craft, the slow-burn kind that ages well. When his name appears in a cast list, I settle in knowing the screen is in steady hands.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- James Purefoy
- Name (Japanese)
- ジェームズ・ピュアフォイ
- Reading
- じぇーむず・ぴゅあふぉい
- Born
- June 3, 1964 (age 62)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Gemini / Dragon
- Origin
- Taunton, United Kingdom
- Occupation
- actor / stage actor / film actor / television actor
2. Works & records
| Category | Title | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notable work | Solomon Kane | — |
3. Links
4. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-02
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was James Purefoy born?
Born June 3, 1964 (age 62).
Where is James Purefoy from?
James Purefoy is from Taunton, United Kingdom.
What does James Purefoy do?
James Purefoy works as actor, stage actor, film actor, television actor.
What is James Purefoy known for?
Notable works include Solomon Kane.
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