Cosmo Jarvis
Biography
Cosmo Jarvis is an American-born British actor and musician, born Harrison Cosmo Krikoryan Jarvis on September 1, 1989, in Ridgewood, New Jersey. He grew up in Devon, England, and initially pursued a career in music before turning to acting, gaining recognition in independent British cinema.
Jarvis stars as John Blackthorne (Anjin) in the FX/Hulu series Shogun (2024), portraying the English navigator shipwrecked in feudal Japan whose presence disrupts the political balance of power. His intense, physically committed performance anchored the critically acclaimed limited series, which won numerous awards including the Emmy for Outstanding Drama Series.
Known For
Other Notable Roles
- Georgiy in Lady Macbeth (2016)
- Chad in Peaky Blinders (2019)
- Roles in Calm with Horses (2019) and Persuasion (2022)
Awards & Recognition
- 🏆 Screen Actors Guild Award Nomination for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series (Shogun)
- 🏆 British Independent Film Award Nomination for Best Actor (Lady Macbeth)
Frequently Asked Questions
Cosmo Jarvis is best known for starring as John Blackthorne in the FX/Hulu series Shogun (2024).
Yes, he pursued a music career before acting, releasing albums and music videos in the late 2000s and early 2010s.