Aran Murphy Joins Star-Studded HBO Legal Drama 'War'

Aran Murphy, the 17-year-old son of Oscar-winning actor Cillian Murphy and artist Yvonne McGuinness, is making his television debut in the upcoming HBO and Sky legal drama series "War." The series, created by George Kay and directed by Ben Taylor, centers on two elite London law firms locked in a high-stakes divorce case, with Dominic West and Sienna Miller starring as the estranged couple. Aran's growing acting career also includes roles in the 2022 sci-fi film "Lola" and the forthcoming 2026 adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro's "Klara and the Sun." While Aran's specific role in "War" remains undisclosed, the show will be an anthology series with new legal cases each season, featuring a star-studded ensemble cast. Cillian Murphy has expressed pride in Aran's acting talents but refrains from giving unsolicited advice, emphasizing his son's capability. Throughout his career, Cillian has maintained a strong focus on family privacy and balance, often crediting his wife for supporting his work-life harmony.