Martin Bassindale

Martin Bassindale isn’t exactly a household name… yet. But if you keep your eyes peeled, you’ll catch him popping up in films that hit way harder than you’d expect. He’s got this knack for sliding into roles that kind of sneak up on you, whether it’s something quiet and tense, or straight-up eerie. Take "Black Bag" (2025) for instance. This one’s got all the makings of a slow-burn thriller, the kind where you’re never sure what’s actually in that bag, or if you even want to know. Bassindale brings this edge to the table—he’s not your typical leading man, but there’s something about his presence that just pulls you in. You can almost feel the secrets weighing down every scene he’s in. And then there’s "Hellboy: The Crooked Man" (2024). Now, if you’re a sucker for dark fantasy with a dash of horror, this is your jam. Bassindale jumps into this twisted, supernatural world full of monsters and moral ambiguity. He’s not just background noise, either—his character actually adds some bite to the story, tossing in a bit of that dry, slightly off-kilter energy that keeps things interesting. Don’t sleep on his earlier work, though—"On Chesil Beach" (2017) is a whole different vibe. Here, the dude shows he can handle the heavy, emotional stuff too. It’s a slow, aching drama about love, regret, the works, and Bassindale holds his own alongside some real heavy-hitters. So yeah, keep an eye on this guy. He’s the kind of actor who’ll surprise you when you least expect it.