Rupert Friend
A CIA operative and assassin whose loyalty is tested by duty and deception.
Rupert Friend is an English actor who gained worldwide recognition as CIA operative and assassin Peter Quinn in the acclaimed political thriller series Homeland (2012–2017), his first role in a television-series. Introduced in season two as a supporting character, his role became significantly more important as of season three. His performance received widespread acclaim and he was nominated for three awards, including a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Guest Actor In A Drama Series in 2013. Friend's departure from the series was mourned by the press and fans.
- Character Name
- Peter Quinn
- Portrayed By
- Rupert Friend
- Affiliation
- Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
- First Appearance
- Season 2
- Status
- Unknown
Verified Timeline
Lore & Background
Peter Quinn is introduced in season two of Homeland as a supporting character, a CIA operative and assassin. His role becomes significantly more important as of season three. Friend's performance as Quinn received widespread acclaim, earning him a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Guest Actor In A Drama Series in 2013, along with two other award nominations. Friend's departure from the series was mourned by the press and fans.
In Their Own Story
Rupert Friend portrayed CIA operative and assassin Peter Quinn in the political thriller series Homeland from 2012 to 2017. This was Friend's first role in a television series. He was introduced in season two as a supporting character, but his role grew significantly more important from season three onward. His performance received widespread acclaim and earned him three award nominations, including a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Guest Actor In A Drama Series in 2013. When Friend's character departed the series, the press and fans mourned his exit.
Reader's Guide
Rupert Friend played Peter Quinn, a CIA operative and assassin, in Homeland from 2012 to 2017. This was Friend's first television role. He joined the series in season two as a supporting character, and his role expanded significantly from season three onward. His performance was widely acclaimed, earning him three award nominations including a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Guest Actor In A Drama Series in 2013. Friend's departure from the series was mourned by the press and fans.
Did You Know?
- Homeland was Rupert Friend's first role in a television series.
- Friend was introduced as Peter Quinn in season two as a supporting character before his role became significantly more important in season three.
- Friend received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Guest Actor In A Drama Series in 2013 for his performance as Peter Quinn.
- Friend's departure from Homeland was mourned by the press and fans.
- After Homeland, Friend played Vasily Stalin in the 2017 comedy The Death of Stalin.
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