Oliver Jackson-Cohen

English actor in 'The Haunting of Hill House'

Oliver Jackson-Cohen - English actor in 'The Haunting of Hill House'
Born

October 24th, 1986
39 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1986, an English actor gained recognition through roles in television and film. Starred as Luke Crain in the Netflix horror series 'The Haunting of Hill House', which adapted Shirley Jackson's novel. Also appeared in productions such as 'The Secret of Crickley Hall' and the NBC series 'Dracula'. Significant work includes portraying the character in the 2021 adaptation of 'The Invisible Man'.

Portrayed Luke Crain in 'The Haunting of Hill House'

Played the title role in 'The Invisible Man'

Featured in 'Dracula' as Jonathan Harker

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