From Greek and Norwegian heritage, Demetri Goritsas is originally from Eugene, Oregon, USA, and also grew up in Prince George, British Columbia, Canada. He has lived most of his life in London, England. He has acted in over eighty films and television episodes including the Emmy and Golden Globe winning TV series The Alienist, Black Mirror "Nosedive" and Episodes, as well as the Academy and BAFTA winning films Darkest Hour, Rush and Saving Private Ryan. In theatre he has premiered or originated roles at the UK's National Theatre, the Royal Court and the Almeida, as well as working with such directors and writers as Debbie Tucker Green, Edward Albee, David Mamet, Jack O'Brien, Ian Rickson and Anne Washburn.