Sam Claflin

British actor in The Hunger Games

Sam Claflin - British actor in The Hunger Games
Born

June 27th, 1986
39 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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An actor gained recognition for roles in significant film franchises and television series. Featured as Finnick Odair in 'The Hunger Games: Catching Fire' and 'The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Parts 1 & 2'. Also appeared in the film 'Me Before You' opposite Emilia Clarke. Additionally, portrayed Philip Swift in 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides'. Demonstrated range in performances across various genres.

Played Finnick Odair in The Hunger Games series

Starred in Me Before You alongside Emilia Clarke

Appeared as Philip Swift in Pirates of the Caribbean

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