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BIO

He studied at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama and made his professional acting debut with the lead role as Albert Narracott in the critically acclaimed West End play War Horse at the National Theatre in 2009.


In 2011, his breakthrough role as Jon Snow in the HBO epic fantasy television series Game of Thrones (2011–2019) earned him international recognition and several awards, including a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Actor – Television Series Drama in 2019 and two Primetime Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series in 2016 and Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series in 2019.
Harington developed, produced and starred in the BBC drama series Gunpowder (2017) based around the leading role of his ancestor Robert Catesby in the Gunpowder plot. His film roles include the historical romance film Pompeii (2014) and the British period drama Testament of Youth (2014). He also voiced Eret in the How to Train Your Dragon film series.
Harington was cast as Dane Whitman in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Eternals, which was released in November 2021.

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STAGE CREDITS

Slave Play Slave Play
[West End]
Jim () [Replacement]
True West True West
[West End]
West End Production, 0
Austin
Doctor Faustus Doctor Faustus
[West End]
West End Revival Production, 2016
Faustus
War Horse War Horse
[West End]
West End Transfer, 2009
Albert Narracott

Productions

Slave PlaySlave Play
 
[West End, ] [Replacement]
Associate Producer[Replacement]

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HBO and Boiler Room to Host INDUSTRY Season 4 Party in New York City Photo
HBO and Boiler Room to Host INDUSTRY Season 4 Party in New York City
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 29, 2026

On January 29, HBO and music platform Boiler Room will come together for “Boiler Room x HBO’s Industry: New York,” an exclusive New York City event in celebration of the fourth season of HBO Original drama series Industry.
Cast and Creatives Set For UK and Ireland Tour of ZOG Photo
Cast and Creatives Set For UK and Ireland Tour of ZOG
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2026

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's much-loved story Zog will fly back onto the stage for a major UK and Ireland tour this year, followed by a special summer season at London's Cadogan Hall.
Video: HBO Shares Episode 4 Sneak Peek of INDUSTRY Season 4 Photo
Video: HBO Shares Episode 4 Sneak Peek of INDUSTRY Season 4
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 26, 2026

HBO has shared a sneak peek from the upcoming episode of the hit drama series Industry. Titled '1000 Yoots, 1 Marilyn,' the fourth episode of Season 4 will air on Sunday, February 1, at 9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and streaming on HBO Max. Check out the promo now.
Video: Check Out a Sneak Peek of Episode 3 of INDUSTRY Season 4 Photo
Video: Check Out a Sneak Peek of Episode 3 of INDUSTRY Season 4
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 22, 2026

HBO is previewing the latest episode of Industry with a new sneak peek from the series. Check it out now, and tune into the third episode of Season 4 on Sunday, January 25 at 9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO.
Video: HBO Drops Final Trailer for INDUSTRY Season 4 Photo
Video: HBO Drops Final Trailer for INDUSTRY Season 4
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 22, 2025

HBO Max has released the final trailer for Season 4 of the drama series Industry, debuting on Sunday, January 11, on HBO. Check out the trailer for the new season now.
Video: HBO Drops Teaser Trailer for INDUSTRY Season 4 Photo
Video: HBO Drops Teaser Trailer for INDUSTRY Season 4
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 24, 2025

The fourth season of the HBO Original drama series Industry will debut Sunday, January 11, on HBO and will be available to stream on HBO Max. Check out the newly released teaser trailer now.
Kit Harington and Mirren Mack to Star in MGM+’s New A TALE OF TWO CITIES Series Photo
Kit Harington and Mirren Mack to Star in MGM+’s New A TALE OF TWO CITIES Series
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2025

MGM+ will release a new four-part drama adaptation of Charles Dickens’ literary classic, A Tale Of Two Cities, starring West End alum Kit Harington, François Civil, and Mirren Mack.
MTC Reveals Bess Wohl as the 2025-2026 Judith Champion Playwriting Fellowship Recipie Photo
MTC Reveals Bess Wohl as the 2025-2026 Judith Champion Playwriting Fellowship Recipient
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2025

Manhattan Theatre Club has announced Tony-nominated playwright Bess Wohl as the 2025-26 recipient of MTC’s Judith Champion Playwriting Fellowship, which is awarded annually.
Irish Stand-Up Star Emma Doran Will Embark on UK And Ireland Tour Photo
Irish Stand-Up Star Emma Doran Will Embark on UK And Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2025

Smash hit Irish comedian and viral online star Emma Doran has announced a UK and Ireland tour with brand new stand-up show Emmaculate.
Billy Magnussen and Kit Harington to Headline Horse Racing Comedy CHARIOT Photo
Billy Magnussen and Kit Harington to Headline Horse Racing Comedy CHARIOT
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 1, 2024

Kit Harington and Billy Magnussen are set to headline Steve Pink’s new outrageous horse racing comedy Chariot. The movie follows Paul Rovia, an oversized jockey, as he seeks redemption after causing a major racing accident that gets him suspended from the sport for two years.
Recap the Works of Jamie Lloyd Photo
Recap the Works of Jamie Lloyd
by Sidney Paterra - Oct 12, 2024

In just over a week, one of the most-anticipated shows of the season officially opens on Broadway. Sunset Boulevard is back, straight from its acclaimed run in London, and this time, Tony-nominated and Olivier-winning director Jamie Lloyd is at the helm. ​
HBO Renews INDUSTRY For A Fourth Season Photo
HBO Renews INDUSTRY For A Fourth Season
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 19, 2024

HBO has renewed the critically acclaimed original drama series INDUSTRY, from Bad Wolf, for a fourth season. Created by Mickey Down and Konrad Kay, the series concludes its eight-episode third season on Sunday, September 29 on HBO and Max.
The Jamie Lloyd Company Opening Film Division Photo
The Jamie Lloyd Company Opening Film Division
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 19, 2024

Theater director Jamie Lloyd will be making a foray into filmmaking. As part of his Jamie Lloyd Company, the director 'will set up a separate film division and work with new partners from the film world.' This news follows his company's recent split from Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG) earlier this year.
Video: SLAVE PLAY West End Trailer Photo
Video: SLAVE PLAY West End Trailer
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2024

An all new trailer has been released for the West End production of Slave Play. Check out the video here!
Review Roundup: SLAVE PLAY Arrives in London Photo
Review Roundup: SLAVE PLAY Arrives in London
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 11, 2024

Slave Play by Jeremy O. Harris, and  directed by Robert O’Hara, has arrived in London! Let's see what the London critics are saying about the play...
Show of the Week: Save Up To 42% on Tickets to SLAVE PLAY at the Noel Coward Theatre Photo
Show of the Week: Save Up To 42% on Tickets to SLAVE PLAY at the Noel Coward Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2024

Save up to 42% on tickets to Slave Play at the Noel Coward Theatre. Tickets are now available from £17.25.
SLAVE PLAY in London Will Offer 'Pay What You Can' Lottery; Plus New Rehearsal Photos Photo
SLAVE PLAY in London Will Offer 'Pay What You Can' Lottery; Plus New Rehearsal Photos!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2024

The sign up for the ‘Pay What  You Can’ lottery for Slave Play by Jeremy O. Harris, and  directed by Robert O’Hara, launches today. Plus, check out all new rehearsal photos here!
New 42 Reveals Lineup For 2024 New Victory Dance Program Photo
New 42 Reveals Lineup For 2024 New Victory Dance Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2024

New 42 has revealed the 2024 New Victory Dance lineup, featuring diverse and innovative dance performances aimed at young audiences.
Photos: See First Look at Season 3 of HBO's INDUSTRY Starring Kit Harington Photo
Photos: See First Look at Season 3 of HBO's INDUSTRY Starring Kit Harington
by Josh Sharpe - May 21, 2024

The eight-episode third season of the critically acclaimed HBO Original drama series INDUSTRY, from creators Mickey Down and Konrad Kay, will debut SUNDAY, AUGUST 11. INDUSTRY gives an insider’s view of the blackbox of high finance following a group of young bankers as they forge their identities within the pressure cooker environment and sex and drug fueled blitz of international bank Pierpoint & Co’s London office. Take a look at the new photos!
Full Cast Announced for the UK Premiere of SLAVE PLAY with Kit Harington and More Photo
Full Cast Announced for the UK Premiere of SLAVE PLAY with Kit Harington and More
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2024

As rehearsals begin,  the full creative team and understudies have been revealed for the UK premiere of Slave Play by Jeremy O. Harris. Learn more about the new members of the team here!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Kit Harington been in?

Kit Harington has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Kit Harington been in?

Kit Harington has appeared on London's West End in 4 shows.

What was Kit Harington's first West End show?

Kit Harington's first West End show was War Horse which opened in 2009

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