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BIO

Luke Evans is a Welsh actor and globally renowned leading man across film, television, and theatre. Upcoming, Evans will serve as executive producer and appear as Brigadier ‘Mad’ Mike Calvert in the espionage thriller film Emergency from the UK-Malaysian label Sympatico. He will also co-star in the action-thriller film Bear Country, helmed by Derrick Borte, alongside Russell Crowe and Aaron Paul. Additionally, Evans joined the upcoming Amazon Prime Video series “Criminal” in a lead role alongside Emilia Clarke, and he will reunite with Milla Jovovich in the sci-fi action film World Breaker, directed by Brad Anderson. Recently, Evans starred in Weekend in Taipei, and he made his return to the stage for the first time in 16 years in a new play entitled Backstairs Billy, directed by Michael Grandage and co-starring Penelope Wilton. The play ran from November 7, 2023, through January 27, 2024, at the Duke of York’s Theatre on London’s West End. For television, his work includes: “The Way,” “Echo 3,” “Nine Perfect Strangers,” “Pembrokeshire Murders,” “The Alienist: Angel of Darkness,” “The Grand Tour,” and “The Great Train Robbery,” among others; and for film: 5 Lbs of Pressure, Good Grief, Our Son, Pinocchio, Crisis, Murder Mystery, Angel of Mine, Midway, Anna, MA, State Like Sleep, 10 X 10, The Fate of the Furious, Beauty and the Beast, Professor Marston and The Wonder Woman, The Girl on the Train, Message from the King, Hugh Rise, Fast & Furious 7, Dracula Untold, The Hobbit – The Desolation of Smaug, Fast & Furious 6, The Hobbit – There and Back Again, The Hobbit – An Unexpected Journey, No One Lives, The Raven and The Three Musketeers. As a recording artist, Luke has released two studio albums: At Last, and A Song For You, which hit the top five in the UK charts in 2022.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
2026
Frank-N-Furter
[West End]
2023
Billy
[West End]
Revised London Production, 2007
Roger
[West End]
Original London Production, 2006
Ensemble
[West End]
Original London Production, 2002
Billy James

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Movies

Clash of the Titans
[ 2010 ] Apollo
Robin Hood
[ 2010 ] Sheriff's Thug
Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll
[ 2010 ] Clive Richards
Tamara Drewe
[ 2010 ] Andy Cobb
Blitz
[ 2011 ] Stokes
Flutter
[ 2011 ] Adrian
Immortals
[ 2011 ] Zeus
The Three Musketeers
[ 2011 ] Aramis
Ashes
[ 2012 ] JB
No One Lives
[ 2012 ] Driver
The Raven
[ 2012 ] Detective Fields
Fast & Furious 6
[ 2013 ] Shaw
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
[ 2013 ] Bard / Girion
Dracula Untold
[ 2014 ] Vlad
The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies
[ 2014 ] Bard
Fast & Furious 7
[ 2015 ] Owen Shaw
High-Rise
[ 2015 ] Wilder
Message from the King
[ 2016 ] Wentworth
The Girl on the Train
[ 2016 ] Scott
Beauty and the Beast
[ 2017 ] Gaston
Fast & Furious 8
[ 2017 ] Owen
Professor Marston and the Wonder Women
[ 2017 ] William Moulton Marston
10x10
[ 2018 ] Lewis
State Like Sleep
[ 2018 ] Emile
Angel of Mine
[ 2019 ] Mike
Anna
[ 2019 ] Alex Tchenkov
Ma
[ 2019 ] Ben
Midway
[ 2019 ] Wade McClusky
Murder Mystery
[ 2019 ] Charles Cavendish
StarDog and TurboCat
[ 2019 ] Felix - Voice
Crisis
[ 2021 ] Dr. Bill Simons
Pinocchio
[ 2022 ] Coachman
Scrooge: A Christmas Carol
[ 2022 ] Ebenezer Scrooge - Voice
Weekend in Taipei
[ 2024 ] Agent John Lawlor
5lbs of Pressure
[ 2024 ] Adam

TV Shows

Movie Guide
[ 2013 ] Owen Shaw
The Great Train Robbery
[ 2013 ] Bruce Reynolds
Robot Chicken
[ 2016-2018 ] James Bond, Scott Hipwell, Wolverine
The Alienist
[ 2018-2020 ] John Moore
Crossing Swords
[ 2020-2021 ] King Merriman
Nine Perfect Strangers
[ 2021 ] Lars Lee
The Pembrokeshire Murders
[ 2021 ] DCS Steve Wilkins
Echo 3
[ 2022 ] Bambi
The Way
[ 2024 ] Hogwood
Beauty & The Beast
[ 2025 ] Gaston
Criminal
[ 2025-2025 ] Tracy Lawless

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2026 - Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical

Luke Evans, The Rocky Horror Show

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2026 - Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical

Luke Evans, The Rocky Horror Show

Tony Awards - 2026 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Luke Evans, Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show

Videos

News

Photos: LES MISÉRABLES Wraps 2-Year Arena Tour, Welcoming 1.3 Million Fans in 34 Cities
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 11, 2026

On Sunday, August 9, LES MISÉRABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR closed out its two-year global tour in epic fashion at Radio City Music Hall. Produced by Cameron Mackintosh, Nick Grace Management, and presented locally by The Bowery Presents, the 22-performance engagement sold 117,000 tickets, drawing audiences from all 50 states, as well as Puerto Rico and across 58 different countries. The engagement capped off a global tour that welcomed over 1.3 million fans to the barricade across 34 cities internationally.
Jimin Moon, George Salazar and Preston Perez to Join THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2026

Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show will welcome Jimin Moon as “Eddie/Dr. Scott” and Preston Perez as a “Swing” all beginning in August. The Rocky Horror Show cast currently includes Rachel Dratch as “Narrator,” Andrew Durand as “Brad,” and more.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 6, 2026- Inside MATCHBOOK FEST with Kate Baldwin, Jordan Fisher And More
by - Aug 6, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is  August 6, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Inside Luke Evans' Bloody Quick Change in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by Michael Major - Aug 5, 2026

In a new video, The Rocky Horror Show is giving a look at how Luke Evans changes into a bloody version of his nurse costume during 'Hot Patootie,' after he chases Eddie into the bathroom.
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW on Broadway Extends Through February 2027
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2026

Tickets to Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show are now on sale through February 2027 at Studio 54 on Broadway. The Rocky Horror Show received 9 Tony Award nominations including Best Musical Revival.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 27, 2026- LES MISERABLES: THE ARENA CONCERT SPECTACULAR at Radio City and More
by - Jul 25, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 27, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Jake Shears, Lorna Courtney & Kevin McHale Will Join Cast of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2026

Jake Shears, Lorna Courtney, and Kevin McHale are set to join the Broadway cast of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Studio 54, replacing Luke Evans, Stephanie Hsu, and Andrew Durand.
Video: Luke Evans Lays Out the Challenges of Performing in a Corset in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 23, 2026

2026 Tony nominee Luke Evans just stopped by Late Night with Seth Meyers last night to talk about wearing stilettos and a corset in his Broadway debut for The Rocky Horror Show. 'The corset constricts you! Of course I'm singing these big rock songs, and having to sing big, big notes.Taking a breath when I'm bouncing around the stage thinking I'm 22 years old (and I'm not) is quite a feat. To the point that in the wings I have oxygen tanks!' Watch the full interview in this video.
Photos: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Celebrates 100 Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2026

Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show celebrated its 100th performance at Studio 54 on Broadway. See photos of the cast and crew celebrating on stage here!
LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS to Feature Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway & More
by Joshua Wright - Jul 21, 2026

LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS has a packed guest lineup including Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Tracee Ellis Ross, Rosie O'Donnell, and Common, among others, in upcoming episodes.
Valentina to Join RICHARD O’BRIEN’S THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 17, 2026

Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show will welcome a new Columbia to its Broadway company this month. Valentina will join the Tony Award-nominated revival beginning Tuesday, July 21, 2026, marking her Broadway debut.
Video: Stephanie Hsu Had Never Seen ROCKY HORROR Before Joining Broadway Cast
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 16, 2026

Stephanie Hsu is taking on one of musical theater's most iconic roles in the hit Broadway revival of The Rocky Horror Show. During a visit to Late Night with Seth Meyers, the actress shared her experience with the project and returning to Broadway for the first time since Be More Chill. Watch the interview now.
Josh Rivera on Why THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Still Feels So Radical More Than 50 Years Later
by David Clarke - Jul 16, 2026

Josh Rivera is making his Broadway debut as Rocky in Roundabout Theatre Company's revival of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW. The screen star discusses Sam Pinkleton, finding Rocky's humanity, and why the cult classic still resonates today.
Photos: Sherie Rene Scott as 'Magenta' in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 6, 2026

Sherie Rene Scott has joined Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show directed by Sam Pinkleton as Magenta. You can now get a first look at Sherie Rene Scott in character here!
Larkin Reilly Shares Backstage Secrets From THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2026

In this edition of Words From The Wings, Larkin Reilly took us backstage at The Rocky Horror Show to share some of her favorite backstage moments, must-haves, and more!
Photos: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Star Luke Evans Lights a Rainbow Empire State Building for NYC Pride
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 29, 2026

Tony Award nominee Luke Evans visited the Empire State Building to light the landmark in rainbow colors in celebration of NYC Pride. Evans was joined by Jaymes Black of The Trevor Project and Stacy Lentz of The Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative for the annual Pride lighting ceremony. See the photos.
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Breaks House Record at Studio 54
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 29, 2026

For the week ending Sunday, June 28, 2026, Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show broke the house record at Studio 54 – with a box office take of $1,215,225 – and became the highest grossing production to play at the theatre.
Shop THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Merch in BroadwayWorld's Theater Shop
by Michael Major - Jun 23, 2026

Do the 'Time Warp' again with merchandise from The Rocky Horror Show on Broadway! The production is offering a variety of products, including fans, hats, apparel, tote bags, shot glasses, magnets and more.
Exclusive: Inside the Making of ROCKY HORROR Doc STRANGE JOURNEY with Filmmaker Linus O'Brien
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 23, 2026

To mark the streaming debut of Strange Journey, we caught up with filmmaker Linus O'Brien to discuss his new Rocky Horror documentary, his role in the film, and his own experience with the cult classic work over the years.
Michaela Jaé Rodriguez Plays Final Performance in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by Michael Major - Jun 21, 2026

Michaela Jaé Rodriguez has played her final performance in The Rocky Horror Show on Broadway. The production's Instagram account confirmed on June that the Golden Globe Award-winning actress has departed the production.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Luke Evans been in?

Luke Evans has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Luke Evans been in?

Luke Evans has appeared on London's West End in 4 shows.

What was Luke Evans's first West End show?

Luke Evans's first West End show was Taboo which opened in 2002

What awards has Luke Evans been nominated for?

Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Rocky Horror Show, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Rocky Horror Show and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show.

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