Matthew Beard
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BIO
Beard made his feature film debut in the drama And When Did You Last See Your Father? in 2007. Other notable film roles include An Education (2009), The Imitation Game (2014), and The Party's Just Beginning (2018).
Beard's television roles include Max Lieberman in the BBC series Vienna Blood (2019–2024), and Deputy Alan Lewis in the HBO series Avenue 5 (2020).
In 2015 he joined Bill Nighy and Carey Mulligan in the David Hare play Skylight in the West End and on Broadway, earning a Tony Award nomination for best featured actor in a play. He starred as Edmund Tyrone in the 2018 revival of Long Day's Journey into Night in the West End and at the Brooklyn Academy of Music.
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STAGE CREDITS
Movies
When Did You Last See Your Father?
[ 2007 ] Blake Teen
[ 2007 ] Blake Teen
An Education
[ 2009 ] Graham
[ 2009 ] Graham
Chatroom
[ 2010 ] Jim
[ 2010 ] Jim
One Day
[ 2011 ] Murray Cope
[ 2011 ] Murray Cope
The Look of Love
[ 2013 ] Howard Raymond
[ 2013 ] Howard Raymond
Skylight
[ 2014 ] Edward Sergeant
[ 2014 ] Edward Sergeant
The Riot Club
[ 2014 ] Guy
[ 2014 ] Guy
The Imitation Game
[ 2014 ] Peter Hilton
[ 2014 ] Peter Hilton
The Lovers
[ 2015 ] Matt
[ 2015 ] Matt
Carnage
[ 2017 ] Voice of Jeremy
[ 2017 ] Voice of Jeremy
The Party's Just Beginning
[ 2018 ] Alistair
[ 2018 ] Alistair
Elizabeth Harvest
[ 2018 ] Oliver
[ 2018 ] Oliver
Johnny English Strikes Again
[ 2018 ] P
[ 2018 ] P
The Testament of Ann Lee
[ 2025 ]
[ 2025 ]
TV Shows
Avenue 5
Alan Lewis
Alan Lewis
Fat Friends
Lee, Lee McGary
Lee, Lee McGary
Vienna Blood
Max Liebermann
Max Liebermann
Where the Heart Is
James Parker, Richard Cross, Boy One
James Parker, Richard Cross, Boy One
Vienna Blood
[ 2019-2024 ] Max Liebermann
[ 2019-2024 ] Max Liebermann
Moonflower Murders
James Taylor
James Taylor
Funny Woman
[ 2022-2024 ] Bill Gardiner
[ 2022-2024 ] Bill Gardiner
Monsieur Spade
George Fitzsimmons
George Fitzsimmons
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play
Matthew Beard, Skylight
Videos
Video: Amanda Seyfried Leads 'All is Summer' Performance in THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE Clip
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-08 15:18:58
Video: Amanda Seyfried Stars in New Trailer for THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-07 15:53:20
Video: How Mona Fastvold Subverts the Musical Genre in THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-26 09:00:20
Video: Amanda Seyfried Performs 'Hunger & Thirst' in New Clip From THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-17 15:58:50
Video: Amanda Seyfried and Lewis Pullman on Singing in THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-10 14:47:06
Video: Amanda Seyfried & Daniel Blumberg Perform 'Clothed By The Sun' From THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-03 11:14:38
Video/Photos: Amanda Seyfried Stars in New Teaser for THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-06 10:11:23
TV: Chatting with the Company of Broadway's SKYLIGHT on Opening Night- Bill Nighy, Carey Mulligan & More!
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2015-04-03 17:37:36
TV: Watch a Scene from Broadway's SKYLIGHT- with Carey Mulligan and Bill Nighy!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-04-01 12:58:17
TV: Chatting with the Cast of Broadway's SKYLIGHT - Carey Mulligan, Bill Nighy and More!
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2015-03-11 09:30:20
VIDEO: First Look - Benedict Cumberbatch Stars in Award-Winning THE IMITATION GAME
by Caryn Robbins - 2014-10-02 10:53:48
News
ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Season 6 Adds Star-Studded Cast of British Actors
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 15, 2026
Joining the cast of Only Murders in the Building Season 6 are stage and screen star David Tennant, Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan, Doctor Who alum Jodie Whittaker, Academy Award winner Jim Broadbent, comedian Richard Ayoade, Adrian Lukis, and Olivier Award winner Kathryn Hunter.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 15, 2026
Joining the cast of Only Murders in the Building Season 6 are stage and screen star David Tennant, Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan, Doctor Who alum Jodie Whittaker, Academy Award winner Jim Broadbent, comedian Richard Ayoade, Adrian Lukis, and Olivier Award winner Kathryn Hunter.
Derek Jacobi, Anjana Vasan, & More Join ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Season 6
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 11, 2026
Joining the cast of Only Murders in the Building Season 6 are stage and screen star Derek Jacobi, Olivier winner Anjana Vasan, Olivier nominee Jane Horrocks, Sherlock star Martin Freeman, comedian Jamie Demetriou, former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell Horner, and Downton Abbey's Lesley Nicol.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 11, 2026
Joining the cast of Only Murders in the Building Season 6 are stage and screen star Derek Jacobi, Olivier winner Anjana Vasan, Olivier nominee Jane Horrocks, Sherlock star Martin Freeman, comedian Jamie Demetriou, former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell Horner, and Downton Abbey's Lesley Nicol.
Jennifer Saunders, Rhea Norwood & More Join ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Season 6
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2026
The latest season of Only Murders in the Building will feature appearances from West End alum Jennifer Saunders, Sean Teale, Bridgerton's Simone Ashley, Amar Chadha-Patel, Cabaret alum Rhea Norwood, Tony Award-nominee Matthew Beard and Sharon Horgan.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2026
The latest season of Only Murders in the Building will feature appearances from West End alum Jennifer Saunders, Sean Teale, Bridgerton's Simone Ashley, Amar Chadha-Patel, Cabaret alum Rhea Norwood, Tony Award-nominee Matthew Beard and Sharon Horgan.
THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE Will Debut on Hulu This Month
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 26, 2026
Searchlight Pictures' The Testament of Ann Lee, the musical drama about the Shaker Movement, will begin streaming on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ on March 31.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 26, 2026
Searchlight Pictures' The Testament of Ann Lee, the musical drama about the Shaker Movement, will begin streaming on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ on March 31.
Amanda Seyfried-Led THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE Sets March Digital Release
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 26, 2026
Searchlight Pictures' The Testament of Ann Lee, the musical drama about the Shaker Movement, will arrive on digital platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home on March 10.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 26, 2026
Searchlight Pictures' The Testament of Ann Lee, the musical drama about the Shaker Movement, will arrive on digital platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home on March 10.
Video: Amanda Seyfried Leads 'All is Summer' Performance in THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 8, 2026
Watch a new musical clip from The Testament of Ann Lee, featuring Amanda Seyfried and the cast as they perform 'All is Summer.' In the clip, the Shakers can be seen traveling on a boat through international waters as the seasons change.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 8, 2026
Watch a new musical clip from The Testament of Ann Lee, featuring Amanda Seyfried and the cast as they perform 'All is Summer.' In the clip, the Shakers can be seen traveling on a boat through international waters as the seasons change.
Video: Amanda Seyfried Stars in New Trailer for THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 7, 2026
The official trailer is now here for The Testament of Ann Lee, the musical drama about the Shaker movement starring Amanda Seyfried. Watch the trailer, which previews the film's musical performances.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 7, 2026
The official trailer is now here for The Testament of Ann Lee, the musical drama about the Shaker movement starring Amanda Seyfried. Watch the trailer, which previews the film's musical performances.
Review Roundup: Amanda Seyfried Stars In Musical Drama THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 26, 2025
Read the reviews for The Testament of Ann Lee, the drama film about the Shaker Movement, led by Mamma Mia! and Les Miserables star Amanda Seyfried as Mother Anne Lee.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 26, 2025
Read the reviews for The Testament of Ann Lee, the drama film about the Shaker Movement, led by Mamma Mia! and Les Miserables star Amanda Seyfried as Mother Anne Lee.
Video: How Mona Fastvold Subverts the Musical Genre in THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 26, 2025
In an interview with BroadwayWorld, Mona Fastvold, the writer and director, spoke about her new religious drama, The Testament of Ann Lee, and how it subverts the musical genre through its use of sound and intimate storytelling. Check out the full conversation now.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 26, 2025
In an interview with BroadwayWorld, Mona Fastvold, the writer and director, spoke about her new religious drama, The Testament of Ann Lee, and how it subverts the musical genre through its use of sound and intimate storytelling. Check out the full conversation now.
Video: Amanda Seyfried Performs 'Hunger & Thirst' in New Clip From THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025
A new musical clip has been released from The Testament of Ann Lee, featuring Amanda Seyfried's performance of the song 'Hunger and Thirst,' adapted by composer Daniel Blumberg from a traditional Shaker hymn. Watch the performance now.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025
A new musical clip has been released from The Testament of Ann Lee, featuring Amanda Seyfried's performance of the song 'Hunger and Thirst,' adapted by composer Daniel Blumberg from a traditional Shaker hymn. Watch the performance now.
Video: Amanda Seyfried and Lewis Pullman on Singing in THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2025
On Wednesday, actors Amanda Seyfried and Lewis Pullman joined Good Morning America to discuss playing Shakers in the new musical film, The Testament of Ann Lee. Watch the interview now.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2025
On Wednesday, actors Amanda Seyfried and Lewis Pullman joined Good Morning America to discuss playing Shakers in the new musical film, The Testament of Ann Lee. Watch the interview now.
Video: Amanda Seyfried & Daniel Blumberg Perform 'Clothed By The Sun' From THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 3, 2025
A new video is spotlighting a live performance of 'Clothed by the Sun,” an original song from The Testament of Ann Lee. The song, featured in the upcoming film, features music and lyrics by composer Daniel Blumberg, with vocals by Amanda Seyfried. Watch the performance now.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 3, 2025
A new video is spotlighting a live performance of 'Clothed by the Sun,” an original song from The Testament of Ann Lee. The song, featured in the upcoming film, features music and lyrics by composer Daniel Blumberg, with vocals by Amanda Seyfried. Watch the performance now.
Video/Photos: Amanda Seyfried Stars in New Teaser for THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 6, 2025
The first teaser and new first-look photos have been released for The Testament of Ann Lee, a new music-driven drama film starring Amanda Seyfried as the founding leader of the Shake Movement. Take a look at them now.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 6, 2025
The first teaser and new first-look photos have been released for The Testament of Ann Lee, a new music-driven drama film starring Amanda Seyfried as the founding leader of the Shake Movement. Take a look at them now.
Theater-Adjacent Movies for Broadway Fans in 2025
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 25, 2025
Over the next few months, theatre is heading to Hollywood. To celebrate the release of movies like Blue Moon, Hedda, and more, BroadwayWorld has put together a guide to five new titles that are sure to appeal to Broadway fans.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 25, 2025
Over the next few months, theatre is heading to Hollywood. To celebrate the release of movies like Blue Moon, Hedda, and more, BroadwayWorld has put together a guide to five new titles that are sure to appeal to Broadway fans.
Amanda Seyfried-Led THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE Nabs Christmas Release
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 3, 2025
The Testament of Ann Lee, the musical drama led by Amanda Seyfried, has set an official release date of December 25, 2025 from Searchlight Pictures. Attendees can celebrate the Christmas release by watching the film in 70mm in select theaters.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 3, 2025
The Testament of Ann Lee, the musical drama led by Amanda Seyfried, has set an official release date of December 25, 2025 from Searchlight Pictures. Attendees can celebrate the Christmas release by watching the film in 70mm in select theaters.
THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE Acquired by Searchlight for North American Release
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 30, 2025
The Testament of Ann Lee, the musical drama led by Amanda Seyfried, has been acquired by Searchlight Pictures for a theatrical release sometime later this year.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 30, 2025
The Testament of Ann Lee, the musical drama led by Amanda Seyfried, has been acquired by Searchlight Pictures for a theatrical release sometime later this year.
THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE, Starring Amanda Seyfried, Features Score Based on Shaker Hymns
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 26, 2025
In The Testament of Ann Lee, Amanda Seyfried stars as the founding leader of the Shaker Movement. Ahead of its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival, it was revealed that the movie will feature a score based on Shaker hymns.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 26, 2025
In The Testament of Ann Lee, Amanda Seyfried stars as the founding leader of the Shaker Movement. Ahead of its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival, it was revealed that the movie will feature a score based on Shaker hymns.
Amanda Seyfried Reveals She Auditioned 6 Times for the WICKED Movie
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 27, 2025
During a recent podcast appearance, Amanda Seyfried shared more details about her audition as Glinda for the Wicked movie, revealing that she auditioned six times for the part.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 27, 2025
During a recent podcast appearance, Amanda Seyfried shared more details about her audition as Glinda for the Wicked movie, revealing that she auditioned six times for the part.
Amanda Seyfried Recalls Intense Stage Fright During Off-Broadway Play
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2025
In a new interview, Amanda Seyfried talked about her experience in the off-Broadway play The Way We Get By, sharing the intense stage fright she felt during the production.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2025
In a new interview, Amanda Seyfried talked about her experience in the off-Broadway play The Way We Get By, sharing the intense stage fright she felt during the production.
A Guide to Upcoming Movie Musicals- MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, GUYS & DOLLS & More
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 14, 2025
Though many are eagerly awaiting Wicked: For Good, there are plenty of other upcoming movie musicals to get Broadway fans on their feet, some of which we will see before November. Take a look at our guide to all upcoming movie musicals!
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 14, 2025
Though many are eagerly awaiting Wicked: For Good, there are plenty of other upcoming movie musicals to get Broadway fans on their feet, some of which we will see before November. Take a look at our guide to all upcoming movie musicals!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Matthew Beard been in?
Matthew Beard has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Matthew Beard been in?
Matthew Beard has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.
What was Matthew Beard's first West End show?
Matthew Beard's first West End show was Skylight which opened in 2014
What awards has Matthew Beard been nominated for?
and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Skylight.
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