Nathan Fillion

Nathan Fillion is a Canadian-American actor best known for his role as the charming space captain Malcolm Reynolds in the cult television series *Firefly* and its film continuation *Serenity*.

He gained broader mainstream recognition starring as mystery novelist Richard Castle in the long-running ABC series *Castle*.

Fillion has a devoted following among science fiction and comic book fans, frequently appearing at conventions and in genre projects including voice work for video games and animated series.

celebrity

fame

Public recognition, widespread

public figure · red carpet · fanbase · media · spotlight · premiere · autograph · convention · Comic-Con · panel

Firefly

Serenity

Name evoking peace

space western · Joss Whedon · independents · smuggler · captain · shiny · cancelled · cult classic · Fox

Castle

Beckett

crime · thriller · ABC · television · drama · murder · investigation · police · partnership · New York

voice

voiceover

Off-screen recorded speech

character voice · Green Lantern · audiobook · Halo · Destiny · video game · voice cast · recording booth · animated series · vocal performance

acting

thespian

Theatrical performer

rehearsal · stage · screen · filmography · director · co-star · ensemble · cast · role · delivery

TheRookie

LAPD

Los Angeles police

training officer · law enforcement · patrol · Chen · Bradford · Grey · second career

Opposites
acting persona/screen presence

Nathan FillionJavier Bardem

Willem Dafoe · Daniel Day-Lewis · Joaquin Phoenix · Christian Bale · Adam Driver

career trajectory/industry status

Nathan FillionTom Cruise

Leonardo DiCaprio · Brad Pitt · Dwayne Johnson · Tom Hanks · Will Smith

Family

Nathan, fill, filly

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G