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Bill Nighy starred on Broadway in David Hare’s The Vertical Hour and at London’s National Theatre in Hare’s Pravda and A Map of the World; and on television he has starred in Hare’s “Page Eight” and in the second and third installments of Hare’s The Worricker Trilogy—“Turks & Caicos” and “Salting the Battlefield.” Additional London stage credits include the National Theatre productions of Arcadia, Blue/Orange, and The Seagull; Betrayal at the Almeida Theatre; and A Kind of Alaska, at the Donmar Warehouse. He starred in the films Love Actually; Wild Target; The Boat That Rocked; Valkyrie; Notes on a Scandal; Underworld: Evolution and Underworld: Rise of the Lycans; The Constant Gardener; Lawless Heart; Still Crazy; Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1; The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy; The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel; Jack the Giant Slayer; I, Frankenstein; About Time; the recent Pride; and as Captain Davy Jones in Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest and Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End. Additional television credits include the films “The Girl in the Café,” “The Young Visiters,” “State of Play,” “The Men’s Room,” “The Lost Prince,” and “Gideon’s Crossing.” He will be seen in the upcoming film The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.

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Bill Nighy STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2015
Tom Sergeant

[West End]
West End Revival, 2014
Tom Sergeant

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Oliver Lucas


Bill Nighy Movies

Eye of the Needle
[ 1981 ] Squadron Leader Blenkinsop
Curse of the Pink Panther
[ 1983 ] ENT Doctor
The Little Drummer Girl
[ 1984 ] Al
Mack the Knife
[ 1989 ] Tiger Brown
The Phantom of the Opera
[ 1989 ] Martin Barton
Being Human
[ 1994 ] Julian
True Blue
[ 1996 ] Jeremy Saville
Alive and Kicking
[ 1996 ] Tristan
FairyTale: A True Story
[ 1997 ] Edward Gardner
Still Crazy
[ 1998 ] Ray Simms
Guest House Paradiso
[ 1999 ] Mr. Johnson
Blow Dry
[ 2001 ] Ray Raymond Robertson
Lawless Heart
[ 2001 ] Dan
Lucky Break
[ 2001 ] RogerRogChamberlain, King George III in Show
AKA
[ 2002 ] Uncle Louis Gryffoyn
Love Actually
[ 2003 ] Billy Mack
I Capture the Castle
[ 2003 ] Mortmain
Underworld
[ 2003 ] Viktor
Enduring Love
[ 2004 ] Robin
Shaun of the Dead
[ 2004 ] Philip
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
[ 2005 ] Slartibartft
Sprung! The Magic Roundabout
[ 2005 ] Dylan
The Constant Gardener
[ 2005 ] Sir Bernard Pellegrin
Stormbreaker
[ 2006 ] Alan Blunt
Underworld: Evolution
[ 2006 ] Viktor
Flushed Away
[ 2006 ] Whitey
Notes on a Scandal
[ 2006 ] Richard Hart
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest
[ 2006 ] Davy Jones
Hot Fuzz
[ 2007 ] Met Chief Inspector
Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End
[ 2007 ] Davy Jones
Valkyrie
[ 2008 ] General Friedrich Olbricht
A Fox's Tale
[ 2008 ] Ringmter
Underworld: Rise of the Lycans
[ 2009 ] Viktor
The Boat That Rocked
[ 2009 ] Quentin
Glorious 39
[ 2009 ] Alexander
Astro Boy
[ 2009 ] Dr. Elefun, Robotsky
G-Force
[ 2009 ] Saber
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1
[ 2010 ] Minister Rufus Scrimgeour
Wild Target
[ 2010 ] Victor Maynard
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
[ 2011 ] Dougl Ainslie
Rango
[ 2011 ] Rattlesnake Jake
Arthur Christmas
[ 2011 ] Grandsanta
Chalet Girl
[ 2011 ] Richard
Total Recall
[ 2012 ] Matthi
Wrath of the Titans
[ 2012 ] Hephaestus
Jack the Giant Slayer
[ 2013 ] General Fallon
About Time
[ 2013 ] Dad
The World's End
[ 2013 ] The Network
I, Frankenstein
[ 2014 ] Naberius
Skylight
[ 2014 ] Tom Sergeant
Pride
[ 2014 ] Cliff
The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
[ 2015 ] Dougl Ainslie
Dad's Army
[ 2016 ] Arthur Wilson
The Limehouse Golem
[ 2016 ] John Kildare
Their Finest
[ 2016 ] Ambrose Hilliard, Uncle Frank
Norm of the North
[ 2016 ] Socrates
The Bookshop
[ 2017 ] Edmund Brundish
Sometimes Always Never
[ 2018 ] Alan
The Kindness of Strangers
[ 2019 ] Timofey
StarDog and TurboCat
[ 2019 ] Sinclair
Pokémon Detective Pikachu
[ 2019 ] Howard Clifford
Hope Gap
[ 2019 ] Edward
Minamata
[ 2020 ] Robert Hayes
Emma.
[ 2020 ] Mr. Woodhouse
Buckley's Chance
[ 2021 ] Spencer
Living
[ 2022 ] Williams
The Beautiful Game
[ 2023 ] Mal
Dragonkeeper
[ 2023 ] Danzi

Bill Nighy TV Shows

Castlevania
Saint Germain
Kiss Me Kate
Iain Cameron, Ian, Iain
The Canterbury Tales
The Merchant

Bill Nighy Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2015 - Distinguished Performance Award

Bill Nighy, Skylight

Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Bill Nighy, Skylight


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Theatre World Awards - 2007 - Performance

Bill Nighy, The Vertical Hour

Olivier Awards - 2001 - Best Actor

Bill NighyBlue/Orange

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Bill Nighy News


Rachel Zegler & Kit Connor Will Star in Sam Gold-Directed ROMEO + JULIET on Broadway


Following yesterday's social media tease, BroadwayWorld can confirm Rachel Zegler (Steven Spielberg's West Side Story) and Kit Connor (Netflix's Heartstopper) will star as Juliet and Romeo respectively in a revival of William Shakespeare's most famous play on Broadway this fall.

Video: THE BEAUTIFUL GAME is Now Available on Netflix - Watch the Trailer Here!


The Beautiful Game is now available on Netflix. Watch the trailer here!

Video: Watch THE WILD ROBOT Official Trailer


Watch the trailer for DreamWorks Animation's THE WILD ROBOT with Lupita Nyong'o, Pedro Pascal, Catherine O'Hara, Bill Nighy, and more. The trailer features Lupita Nyong'o performing “What a Wonderful World”. Watch the video trailer for the new film now!

Symphony Space Announces New Programs For Spring 2024


Symphony Space has announced additional Spring 2024 programming. The coming months abound with bespoke evenings that offer playful and candid experiences of some of today's most beloved voices in music, literature, theater, and more.

Symphony Space Unveils Spring 2024 Programming Featuring George Takei, Judy Collins & More


Symphony Space has revealed additional Spring 2024 programming. See performance dates and learn who is taking part!

Anthony Boyle Will Join The Cast of LONG DAY'S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT; Plus Full Creative Team Revealed


Olivier Award-winner and Tony Award-nominee Anthony Boyle (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child) will join the cast of Long Day's Journey into Night, playing the role of Edmund Tyrone. He will be replacing Alex Lawther who has reluctantly withdrawn from the production due to a scheduling conflict. 

Video: Watch the ROLE PLAY Trailer With Kaley Cuoco, David Oyelowo, Connie Nielsen & Bill Nighy


ROLE PLAY features a cast including Kaley Cuoco (Based on a True Story, The Flight Attendant, The Big Bang Theory), David Oyelowo (Selma, Silo, Interstellar), Connie Nielsen (Wonder Woman franchise, Gladiator), and Bill Nighy (Living, Valkyrie, Love Actually). The film is directed by Thomas Vincent (Possessions, Bodyguard). Watch the video!

Riverside Studios Hosts International Programme of Theatre, Film, Cabaret And Visual Arts for Winter Season


Details have been announced for events at Riverside Studios happening across October, November, and December, including theatre, cinema, exhibitions, and cabaret.

National Theatre Live Will Release DEAR ENGLAND and VANYA to UK and Ireland Cinemas


The National Theatre will release two new National Theatre Live productions to audiences in cinemas across the UK and Ireland this winter. Following sold-out runs, Dear England and VANYA will be new to NT Live, alongside the re-release of Olivier-award winning production, Skylight. 

Woody Harrelson, Andy Serkis, and Louisa Harland Will Lead David Ireland's ULSTER AMERICAN at Riverside Studios


A new production of award-winning playwright David Ireland's Ulster American is headed to Riverside Studios this year, starring Woody Harrelson, Andy Serkis, and Louisa Harland. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!

Video: Philip Battley Joins The Cast Of F**KING MEN, New Trailer Released!


Philip Battley (Downton Abbey, Doctors, Emmerdale) is joining the cast of 'F**king Men' at Waterloo East Theatre from Tuesday May 23. The final day to see Charlie Condou in the production will be Sunday 21 May.

Liverpool Theatre Festival Returns For 2023 With New Summer Date


Organisers of Liverpool Theatre Festival have revealed plans for this year's headline and fringe events – with the first six shows going on sale. 

Photos: Stephanie Hsu, Ariana DeBose & More Walk the Oscars Red Carpet


Check out photos of Ariana DeBose, Stephanie Hsu, Michelle Yeoh, Cate Blanchett, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Jessica Chastain, Halle Bailey, Melissa McCarthy, Angela Bassett, Janelle Monáe, Samuel L. Jackson, and more on the 2023 Oscars red carpet now!

Brendan Fraser, Michelle Yeoh & More Win Oscars - Complete List of Winners!


Brendan Fraser, Michelle Yeoh, and more took home trophies at the 95th Oscars, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel. Notable nominees also included Stephanie Hsu, Angela Bassett, Austin Butler, Lady Gaga, Brian Tyree Henry, Diane Warren, Hong Chau, Paul Mescal, Michelle Williams, and more. Check out a complete list of winners!

Jessica Chastain, Michelle Yeoh & More Win SAG Awards - Full List of Winners!


Last night, Jessica Chastain, Michelle Yeoh, Brendan Fraser, Jennifer Coolidge, Jean Smart, and more took home SAG Awards. Check out the complete list of winners now!

Miranda Hart Joins Richard Curtis, Jonathan Ross and Jo Brand at Just For Laughs London Festival


Miranda Hart has joined the line-up for Just For Laughs LONDON festival which kicks off this Thursday 2nd March until Sunday 5th March. Miranda will be joining Richard Curtis live on stage on Sunday 5th March at indigo at The O2 as part of Comic Relief The Truth & Everything Except The Truth.

PAULINE is Coming To London's Vault Festival This Month


From Breakthrough Memoir award winner Sophie Bentinck comes Pauline, a new comedy drama about finding your nan's suicide note. Written and performed by Bentinck and directed by Fred Wienand (Twelfth Night, Yvonne Arnaud Theatre).

Stephanie Hsu, Brian Tyree Henry, Michelle Yeoh & More Nominated For 2023 Oscars - Full List of Nominations!


The nominations for the 2023 Academy Awards were announced. Notable nominees included Stephanie Hsu, Brian Tyree Henry, Hong Chau, Angela Bassett, Diane Warren, Lady Gaga, Brendan Fraser, Paul Mescal, Andrea Riseborough, Michelle Yeoh, and The Whale. Check out the complete list of nominations now!

The Emelin Theatre FILM CLUB Series Begins February 1


The Emelin Theatre continues its eminent FILM CLUB series beginning Feb 1 with a slate of five critically acclaimed, pre-release films.

Sheryl Lee Ralph, Daniel Radcliffe & More Win Critics Choice Awards


Sheryl Lee Ralph, Daniel Radcliffe, Brendan Fraser, Jean Smart, Amanda Seyfried, Jennifer Coolidge, and more were among the winners of Critics Choice Awards. The ceremony was hosted by Chelsea Handler. Check out the list of winners now!

Bill Nighy FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Bill Nighy been in?

Bill Nighy has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Bill Nighy been in?

Bill Nighy has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Bill Nighy's first West End show?

Bill Nighy's first West End show was Skylight which opened in 2014

What awards has Bill Nighy been nominated for?

Bill Nighy has been nominated for several awards including the Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for "Skylight," Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for "Skylight," Performance (Theatre World Awards) for "The Vertical Hour," and Best Actor (Olivier Awards) for "Blue/Orange."

What awards has Bill Nighy won?

Bill Nighy won the Theatre World Award for his performance in "The Vertical Hour."

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