David Threlfall
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BIO
David originated the role of Smike in Nicholas Nickleby (1980, London) and went on to reprise his critically acclaimed performance on Broadway, for which he received a Tony Award nomination; Don Quixote (2016/19). Additional theater: Bed of Roses, Someone Who’ll Watch Over Me, The Rehearsal (Roundabout), The War at Home (James Duff), The Traveller (Jean-Claude Van Itallie), Hamlet, Blue/Orange, Oedipus, The Count of Monte Cristo, Present Laughter, Peer Gynt, Hedda Gabler, Beckett’s The Old Tune, Faith Healer. TV: Frank Gallagher on the original “Shameless” (5 RTS Awards), “Housewife 49,” Sam Beckett in “Waiting for Andre” (Sky), “Ripper Street,” “Troy,” “Tommy Cooper,” “The Queen’s Sister,” “Conspiracy” (HBO), “Paradise Postponed,” Edgar in Laurence Olivier’s “King Lear,” “Dodger” (2022), “Funny Woman” (2022). Film: Master and Commander, Nowhere Boy, Elizabeth: The Golden Age, Chunky Monkey, Patriot Games, The Russia House, Black Sea, Hot Fuzz.
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Connection
Movies
[ 1989 ] Jack Jenkins
[ 1990 ] Wicklow
[ 1992 ] Inspector Highland
[ 2001 ] Donald Leek
[ 2003 ] Preserved Killick, Captain's Steward
[ 2006 ] Jeffrey
[ 2006 ] John Colbie
[ 2007 ] Dr. John Dee
[ 2007 ] Martin Blower
[ 2009 ] Uncle George
[ 2014 ] Peters
[ 2016 ] Narrator
[ 2025 ] Brian Mitchell
TV Shows
Lenny Smart
Bell
Frank Gallagher, Frank
[ 2022-2024 ] George Parker
[ 2024 ] Paul Peveril
[ 2024 ] Jim Bracknell
[ 2024 ] Tom King
[ 2025-2025 ] Bunny Snr
Awards and Nominations
David Threlfall, Hangmen
David Threlfall, Someone Who'll Watch Over Me
David Threlfall, The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby
winner
David Threlfall, Nicholas Nickleby
Videos
VIDEO: Alfie Allen Talks HANGMEN on GOOD MORNING AMERICA & NBC New York Live
by Michael Major - 2022-04-14 15:44:46
VIDEO: David Tennant and More in Royal Shakespeare Company's #ShareYourShakespeare Campaign
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-04-23 03:01:00
VIDEO: First Look - Joseph Fiennes Stars as Michael Jackson in New Comedy URBAN MYTHS
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-01-11 08:30:47
News
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2026
David Threlfall will star as King Lear alongside Nadine Shah at the Royal Exchange Theatre, in a production adapted and directed by Matthew Dunster marking part of the venue's 50th anniversary season.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 5, 2026
2025 was a stellar year from theatre, but now the New Year has rolled in, we can put away the festive decorations, throw out the last bit of leftover turkey and look forward to an even better twelve months of theatrical goodies.
by Gillian Blum - Dec 14, 2025
BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO opened at the Young Vic this week, and runs through January 31 — here is what critics thought of the production in the United Kingdom.
by Franco Milazzo - Dec 10, 2025
Bengal Tiger At The Baghdad Zoo, arriving now at the Young Vic for its long-overdue European premiere, is ostensibly about the American occupation of Iraq. Really, though, Rajiv Joseph’s Pulitzer-nominated work is about two things: a gold-plated toilet seat stolen from Uday Hussein (son of Saddam and recreational rapist, torturer and murderer), and the sheer, unforgivable absurdity of existence.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2025
Brian Conley will once again be joined on-stage by his daughter, Lucy Conley, who stars as Goldilocks along with renowned dame David Robbins as Dame Betty Barnum, and more.
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2025
The Young Vic Theatre has announced the inaugural season from new Artistic Director and CEO Nadia Fall. Learn more about the full upcoming season lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2025
The Almeida Theatre has announced the full cast of Rebecca Frecknall’s production of A Moon for the Misbegotten. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024
Steve Carell is making his Broadway debut in Anton Chekhov’s UNCLE VANYA. Did you know many other The Office stars have appeared on stage as well? Take a look back on the theatrical history of the cast of The Office!
by Franco Milazzo - Mar 21, 2024
Frank Hardy has a problem. He’s an Irish faith healer without faith in his power to heal. It comes, it goes and he only knows for sure when it is not going to happen. With his wife Grace and manager Teddy, their tour of Wales and Scotland in a battered van has seen his abilities steadily failing him. A last throw of the die sees him return to his homeland. What could go wrong?
by Cindy Marcolina - Jan 11, 2024
Now, we’re not here to tell you how to spend your money, so, by all means, if you want to see some people off the telly in real life, they’re discounting ticket prices left and right. However, be aware that there are better ways and better plays to invest cash on.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 8, 2024
The Hodgson’s had no idea what a poltergeist was when, in the summer of 1977, furniture and toys started moving of their own accord. An ordinary, working-class family, who lived in a north London council house became the centre of one of the most famous poltergeist events in the world. This is the story of one night in the spring of 1978 when events were approaching a climax.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 28, 2023
Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Ian Smith has added extra dates to his tour of Crushing, which was awarded 14 x 4 and 5-star reviews at the Edinburgh Fringe and was one of the top-rated shows there this year.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2023
New production photos have been released from The Enfield Haunting. Written by Paul Unwin, and directed by Angus Jackson, The Enfield Haunting is currently playing at Richmond Theatre and moves to The Ambassadors Theatre in London for a limited West End season from 30 November 2023 until 2 March 2024.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2023
Written by Paul Unwin, and directed by Angus Jackson, The Enfield Haunting will play at Brighton Theatre Royal and Richmond Theatre, before moving to The Ambassadors Theatre in London for a limited West End season from 30 November 2023 until 2 March 2024. Check out all new rehearsal photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2023
The full cast has been announced to join Catherine Tate and David Threlfall in The Enfield Haunting. Performances begin 30 November at The Ambassadors Theatre, London. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2023
The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) has announced that the chosen 37 Plays selected as part of its nationwide playwriting project, will receive script-in-hand readings across the UK throughout the Autumn of 2023. Learn more about the lineup of plays here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2023
Multi-award-winning comedian Ian Smith is taking his Edinburgh Comedy Award nominated show 'Crushing' on tour. Learn more about the production here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2023
Catherine Tate and David Threlfall will star in The Enfield Haunting, a new play based on one of the most famous poltergeist events in the world.
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2023
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced details of the final 37 Plays selected for its nationwide playwriting search: an ambitious new initiative open to anybody from anywhere in the UK.
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2023
Multi-award-winning comedian Ian Smith (BBC Radio 4's The News Quiz, The Now Show and co-host of the Northern News podcast) presents a new show about stress, love, teeth and driving a tank.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
David Threlfall has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
David Threlfall has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Hangmen, Best Actor (Olivier Awards) for Someone Who'll Watch Over Me, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby and Actor of the Year in a Supporting Role (Olivier Awards) for Nicholas Nickleby.
David Threlfall is an accomplished actor who has received numerous accolades throughout his theatre career. His most notable award is the Tony Award for Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Play, which he won for his role in Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Beyond this major achievement, Threlfall has been recognized by the theatre community through various other nominations and awards that reflect his dedication to his craft and his impactful performances on Broadway and in theatre productions worldwide.
David Threlfall's first West End show was The Enfield Haunting which opened in 2023
