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Matthew Macfadyen embodies spymaster George Smiley in preview of Legacy Of Spies

The 51-year-old actor will star as the ordinary-looking but brilliant spymaster in upcoming BBC drama.

Evening Standard · 2h ago

Who Is Matthew McFayden? 'Succession' Star Cast as Lord Voldemort in New 'Harry Potter' Project

Matthew Macfadyen will voice Lord Voldemort in Audible's new Harry Potter audio series, joining a star-studded cast. This adaptation offers a fresh take on the iconic villain.

International Business Times UK · Aug 2

True crime and presidential scandals: 3 gripping historical drama miniseries on Netflix you can binge in one weekend —including a 99% Rotten Tomatoes gem

From a period-piece thriller to a six-part sports epic, here are three historical drama miniseries on Netflix you can watch in one weekend

Tom’s Guide · May 14

New on Peacock in April 2026: All the new shows and movies to watch

Our guide to all the new movies and shows coming to Peacock in April 2026.

Tom’s Guide · Mar 30

There have been 79 new Netflix shows in 2025 so far — here’s the 7 worth watching

Netflix has released dozens of new shows for viewers to watch in 2025 so far, and I've rounded up the ones that had me glued to the screen.

Tom’s Guide · Nov 12, 2025

Matthew Macfadyen's Succession And Death By Lightning Characters Are Both 'Weaselly,' But He Says There's One Huge Noticeable Difference

Tom Wambsgans forever.

Cinemablend · Nov 10, 2025

What is Netflix’s new series, Death by Lightning, about?

Death By Lightning has Netflix viewers in a chokehold. It seems like a well-made limited series can still bring in quite an audience. Death By Lightning also has the added bonus of being supported by a shocking historical event. Namely, the assasination of United States President James Garfield. Michael Shannon,…

The Mary Sue · Nov 6, 2025

Death by Lightning: The unbelievable true story of James Garfield’s presidency and assassination

Netflix miniseries stars Michael Shannon and Matthew Macfadyen as President James Garfield and his assassin

The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2025

Death by Lightning review – absolutely nobody plays losers like Matthew Macfadyen

The Succession actor is utterly brilliant in every moment of this punchy historical miniseries. His portrayal of the crank who killed the US president in 1881 takes his mastery to the next level

The Guardian - UK · Nov 6, 2025

'Death by Lightning' review: Netflix's new historical drama fails to live up to its electric cast

Netflix's new historical drama 'Death by Lightning' manages to be little more than a Wikipedia article brought to life, despite its incredible cast.

Tom’s Guide · Nov 6, 2025