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July 31, 1970 in London, England
Biography:English, soulful, darkly handsome, and no relation to Charlie, "Ben Chaplin" has been making a small yet significant impression on American audiences since his American film debut in 1996's "The Truth About Cats and Dogs". Although not widely recognized by many Americans, the actor has enjoyed a steady career in British theater and television, and with his role in "Terrence Malick"'s "The Thin Red Line", gained the greater exposure that had previously been lacking in his career.

Raised in Hampshire, England, Chaplin had his stage debut at the age of 16. He later trained at the renowned Guildhall School of Music and Drama, performing in a number of stage productions. He then acted on various BBC television shows and made his 1993 film debut in "James Ivory" and "Ismail Merchant"'s "The Remains of the Day", in which he was cast as a wayward servant. 1995's "Feast of July" followed, but it was with his... Full Biography

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Alex Etel, left, with director Jay W. Russell and Ben Chaplin on the set of "The Water Horse: Legend...
Ben Chaplin in "The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep" (Sony Pictures/Columbia)
Ben Chaplin and Alex Etel in "The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep" (Sony Pictures/Columbia)
Emily Watson, left, and Ben Chaplin in "The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep" (Sony...
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Ben Chaplin at the The Day After Tomorrow premiere in New York City on May 24, 2004
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