Colin Morgan Bio, Age, Parents, Wife, Bradley James, Movies and Net Worth
Colin Morgan Bio
Colin Morgan is a celebrated Northern Irish actor best known for his breakout role as the titular character in BBC’s fantasy series Merlin (2008–2012). His compelling performances have spanned television, film, and theater, including notable roles as Leo Elster in Humans (2015–2018) and Billy Clanton in Kenneth Branagh’s Oscar-nominated Belfast (2021).
Morgan made his London theater debut in 2007 as the lead in Vernon God Little, earning critical acclaim. His stage career includes performances in Pedro Almodóvar’s All About My Mother (2007), The Tempest (2013) as Ariel, and Jez Butterworth’s Mojo (2013–2014). In 2008, Screen International named him a “Star of Tomorrow,” and he received three consecutive Outstanding Actor nominations at the Monte Carlo TV Festival for Merlin.
Colin Morgan Education
Morgan’s artistic journey began at Integrated College Dungannon, where he starred in school productions like Surgical Sensations at St. Senapods. He earned a National Diploma in Performing Arts from Belfast Institute in 2004 before graduating from the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama in 2007. Notably, he left his final year early to debut in London’s West End, with his performance in Vernon God Little counting toward his degree assessment. In 2010, Belfast Metropolitan College honored him with an Award of Distinction for contributions to the arts.
Colin Morgan Age
Born on January 1, 1986, in Armagh, Northern Ireland, Morgan is 39 years old as of 2025.
Family | Parents | Brothers
Raised in a Roman Catholic household, Morgan is the younger son of Bernard (a painter/decorator) and Bernadette (a nurse). He has two older brothers, though their identities remain private.
Colin Morgan Height
Morgan stands at 6 feet (1.83 m), lending a commanding presence to his roles.
Colin Morgan Wife | Girlfriend
While not married, Morgan has been engaged since 2010 to Irish actress Katie McGrath (born 1983), his Merlin co-star who played Morgana. The couple keeps their relationship low-profile.
Colin Morgan Katie McGrath | Wedding
Morgan and McGrath met on the Merlin set. Their engagement, though long-standing, has yet to result in a public wedding announcement.
Colin Morgan and Bradley James
The duo starred as Merlin and Prince Arthur in Merlin, forming one of TV’s most beloved bromances. Their off-screen friendship remains strong, with fans dubbing them “Merthur.”
Colin Morgan Theater
Morgan’s stage career highlights:
2007: Breakout as Vernon God Little (Young Vic); nominated for London Newcomer of the Year.
2008: A Prayer for My Daughter (Young Vic) – praised for “twitchy intensity.”
2011: Our Private Life (Royal Court) as a bipolar fantasist.
2013: Acrobatic Ariel in The Tempest (Globe Theatre) – hailed as “mysterious and vulnerable.”
2013–2014: Skinny Luke in Mojo (Harold Pinter Theatre).
2019: Chris Keller in All My Sons (Old Vic), later streamed by National Theatre.
Television
2007–2008: Early Years
Debuted in The Catherine Tate Show (2007) and Doctor Who’s iconic “Midnight” episode (2008).
2008–2012: Merlin
Played the secretive warlock Merlin for 5 seasons, winning a National Television Award (2013). Casting directors initially mistook him for Arthur but chose him for his “lightness of touch.”
2014–Present
The Fall (2014–2016) as DS Tom Anderson.
Humans (2015–2018) as synth Leo – Channel 4’s highest-rated drama since 1992.
The Living and the Dead (2016) as Victorian ghost hunter Nathan Appleby.
Colin Morgan Film
2010: Parked – Researched homelessness for his role as a drug addict.
2014: Testament of Youth – Played WWI soldier Victor Richardson.
2015: Legend – Portrayed Reggie Kray’s brother-in-law Frankie Shea.
2021: Belfast – Appeared in Branagh’s autobiographical Oscar nominee.
2022: Corsage – Part of Austria’s Oscar-shortlisted film.
Colin Morgan Video Games
Voiced Merlin in Merlin: The Game (2012).
Colin Morgan Merlin
The series reimagined Arthurian legends, with Morgan’s Merlin hiding magic under Uther’s tyranny. His chemistry with Bradley James (Arthur) drove the show’s success, earning them a Variety Club Showbiz Award (2008).
Colin Morgan The Fall
Joined Season 2 (2014) as DS Tom Anderson, studying police procedures for the gritty crime drama alongside Gillian Anderson.
Colin Morgan Movies and Television Shows
Movies
Belfast (2021)
The Happy Prince (2018)
Legend (2015)
Television
Humans (2015–2018)
Merlin (2008–2012)
Doctor Who (2008)
Colin Morgan Net Worth
With a career spanning 15+ years, Morgan’s estimated net worth is $4 million (2025), earned through acting and endorsements.
