Colin Friels is a Scottish-born Australian actor, born in Kilwinning on September 25, 1952. Trained at the prestigious National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA), he has established himself as a prominent figure both on stage and screen. He gained international recognition for his starring role in the cult film *Malcolm* (1986), a performance that earned him the AFI Award (now the AACTA Award) for Best Actor. His filmography includes titles such as the Hollywood blockbuster *Darkman* (1990), the Australian comedy *Cosi* (1996), and the drama *The Eye of the Storm* (2011). On television, he is known for the role of Detective Frank Holloway in the series *Water Rats* (1996-1999), for which he won a Logie Award. In addition to his work in film and television, Friels has a prolific and acclaimed stage career, regularly collaborating with Australia's leading theatre companies and solidifying his reputation as a versatile and intense actor.