Daniel Henshall is an Australian actor. He is recognized for his diverse roles in film and television, often portraying complex characters.
Born in Sydney, Australia, Henshall gained significant critical attention for his lead performance as John Bunting in the 2011 Australian true-crime film Snowtown (also known as The Snowtown Murders). His portrayal earned him a nomination for Best Actor at the AACTA Awards, Australia's primary film and television awards.
His film credits also include roles in acclaimed international productions such as the horror film The Babadook (2014), where he played Caleb, and Bong Joon-ho's action-adventure film Okja (2017), in which he appeared as Frank Dawson.
On television, Henshall is known for his role as Caleb Brewster in the American historical drama series Turn: Washington's Spies (2014–2017), set during the American Revolutionary War. He has also featured in Australian television series including The Secret Daughter and Bloom. Henshall's career is marked by his ability to inhabit a wide range of characters across various genres.