James D'Arcy, 1975
Writers · August 24, 1975
James D'Arcy
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James D'Arcy is 50 years old, born August 24, 1975 in United Kingdom · Virgo.
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About
James D'Arcy pivoted from playing Marvel's most faithful butler to collaborating with Christopher Nolan on two war epics. Born Simon Richard D'Arcy in England on 24 August 1975, he's an actor, screenwriter, and film director best known for Edwin Jarvis across Agent Carter and Avengers: Endgame, plus a chilling turn as murder suspect Lee Ashworth in Broadchurch season 2. As a Virgo, he channels precision into both on-screen craft and behind-the-camera work.
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Biography
James D'Arcy (born Simon Richard D'Arcy) secured a dual foothold in superhero television and prestige cinema. His portrayal of Edwin Jarvis—Howard Stark's butler—anchored Agent Carter from 2015–16 and resurfaced in the 2019 Avengers: Endgame, cementing his place in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Offscreen thriller work proved equally compelling: he played murder suspect Lee Ashworth in Broadchurch season 2 in 2015. D'Arcy then co-starred in Christopher Nolan's war films Dunkirk (2017) and Oppenheimer (2023), working alongside Nolan's trademark ensemble casts. As a screenwriter and film director, he wrote and directed Made in Italy in 2020. Born 24 August 1975 in the UK, D'Arcy operates as a Virgo, a sign associated with precision and adaptability—traits evident in his range from MCU continuity to indie directing. His occupation spans acting, screenwriting, and direction, positioning him across multiple creative disciplines rather than a single lane.
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Trivia
- D'Arcy was born Simon Richard D'Arcy but is credited professionally as James D'Arcy.
- He portrayed the same character, Edwin Jarvis, across both a television series (Agent Carter, 2015–16) and a major film release (Avengers: Endgame, 2019).
- He worked with Christopher Nolan on two consecutive war films: Dunkirk (2017) and Oppenheimer (2023).
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Humanitarian
Idealistic and global. James D'Arcy often use their platform for causes and tend to build broad, internationally diverse audiences.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
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CHALLENGING
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Frequently asked
- How old is James D'Arcy?
- James D'Arcy is 50 years old (born August 24, 1975).
- When is James D'Arcy's birthday?
- James D'Arcy was born on August 24, 1975.
- What is James D'Arcy's zodiac sign?
- James D'Arcy is a Virgo, born August 24, 1975.
- What is James D'Arcy's Chinese zodiac sign?
- James D'Arcy was born in 1975, the year of the Wood Rabbit.
- Where is James D'Arcy from?
- James D'Arcy is from United Kingdom.
- What does James D'Arcy do?
- James D'Arcy is a writer.
- Is James D'Arcy still alive?
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