
Phil Breslin
Acting
Biography
Phillip Breslin, born and raised in North Queensland, Australia, is a filmmaker and educator with a deep passion for the natural world. He believes this passion was influenced by his childhood years spent exploring the beaches and tropical rainforests around Cairns. Holding academic qualifications in wildlife science, education, and land management, Phil has accumulated over a decade of experience in both the entertainment and education sectors. Today, Phil enjoys producing, writing, and presenting engaging natural history content for audiences of all ages. He is the host of the ABC series First Weapons and serves as the creator, executive producer, and host of ABC ME’s Built to Survive. In addition, Phil has hosted NITV’s Lost Diamonds and National Geographic’s international series Wild Survivor. Phil’s unique blend of entertainment and educational expertise adds value to every project he undertakes. His enthusiasm for adventure, science, and cultures, coupled with a deep understanding of the natural world, makes him an ideal candidate for hosting, speaking engagements, and media appearances.
Known For

Phil Breslin enjoys living off the land, especially in Australia's and New Zealand's most extreme locations.
Wild Survivor

Phil Breslin draws on the knowledge of science, First Nations peoples and his own experience in the wild, to find out how animals have adapted to some of the world's most extreme and diverse, natural habitats.
Built to Survive

Phil Breslin meets weapon makers and science experts, lifting the lid on the genius of Australia's oldest and most innovative weapons.