An award-winning actor (MIFF) and screenwriter (Old Vic New Voices), Duran was born in central London and is the youngest of six brothers. Having had the privilege of being a member of the company of the renowned National Youth Theatre of Great Britain, throughout his career he has collaborated with such respected directors as Oscar nominee James Mangold (known for Ford v Ferrari and Logan), Oscar and BAFTA nominee Paul Greengrass (United 93, Captain Phillips, The Bourne Ultimatum) and twice with Oscar-winning screenwriter James Lucas (Phone Booth).