Biography

Stephen Murphy is a Scottish / New Zealand actor . Born in Glasgow and later moving to New Zealand when he was still a child. Completing schooling he moved into the world of on air announcing in radio.

Stephen now lives and works in Los Angeles.

An ex Australian Outback miner for 8 years , Stephen has lived many lives within this one . His comedic timing has gotten him roles but also thru many situations in life .

A former professional dancer in his early years coupled with a background in mixed martial arts and mining , he is no stranger to hard work and his physicality shows this . He is able to move between the energies of feminine and masculine like a dance , something many strong larger men are unable to do .

An immense respect for writing , production and the craft , he takes all opportunities very seriously and treats each as a gift .

Stephen's voice/control and accent ability is second to none . With an ever expanding repertoire of accents he is a favorite for voiceover and audio books .
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Stephen Murphy is a compelling international character actor who commands the screen with a unique blend of powerful physicality, sharp comedic timing, and deep emotional intelligence.

Born in Glasgow, Scotland, and raised in New Zealand, Murphy’s rich and varied life experiences heavily inform his profound respect for the craft, production, and narrative depth.

He recently achieved a major career breakthrough in Christopher Nolan’s epic feature film The Odyssey, portraying Phemius, one of the core crewmen operating directly alongside Matt Damon. Murphy was an integral part of the demanding global production, traveling on location with Damon and the core ensemble crew to shoot across multiple countries, including Morocco, Greece, Italy, Scotland, and Iceland. Spending months filming intense, practical sequences on the open ocean, his dedication throughout the entire production experience solidified his reputation as a deeply resilient character actor.

Capitalizing immediately on this high-profile momentum, Murphy transitioned directly from the Nolan set to film the upcoming feature Empire City on location in Australia, starring opposite Gerard Butler. In this project, he brings his trademark grit and dramatic weight to the role of a New York firefighter, showcasing his seamless adaptability across high-octane blockbusters and intense, character-driven roles.

Now based in Los Angeles, Murphy has truly lived many lives within this one. His rare background includes working for eight years as an Australian outback miner, an early career as a professional dancer, and extensive training in mixed martial arts. This unique combination of rugged, heavy labor and athletic grace allows him to move effortlessly between formidable masculine strength and fluid, sensitive artistic energy, a compelling dynamic contrast rare among larger, strongly built men. Furthermore, Murphy's early roots as an on-air radio announcer laid the foundation for a flawless command of vocal control and an ever-expanding repertoire of international accents, making him a favorite for complex voiceover work and audiobooks. Approaching every script with immense gratitude and professionalism, Stephen Murphy is globally represented by Zero Gravity Management and Stewart Talent
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