Dan Stephens: biography and filmography of the actor

Charming and mysterious British actor Dan Stevens fell in love with the audience for the role of Matthew Crowley in the series "Abbey Downton". The multi-part tape has become a real starry hour not only for him, but for many others. However, his filmography includes other full-length films and serials, which, of course, will be of interest to admirers of his talent.

Some biographies

Dan Stevens, whose private life is sufficiently closed, is an adopted child, like his younger brother. He was born and raised in English Croydon. The parents of the actor are simple school teachers. However, this did not prevent the future actor from happily spending the young years. After that, he studied at a boarding school, where, in fact, he became interested in theatrical art. The starting point was the role in the school play "Macbeth". Later he continued his acquaintance with the literature and history of England in college and was almost the best student of the course.

About personal life, it is known that Dan Stevens is married to a jazz singer of South African background (pictured) and has a daughter (2009) and son (born in 2012). It is noteworthy that the godmother's older child is a colleague of the actor Rebecca Hall, with whom he worked together for the first time in Macbeth, both performed the main roles.

We will stop the attention of loyal fans and spectators on the filmography of the actor, listing the most famous and vivid works in films and on television.

The series "Downton Abbey"

Most of Britain, and after her and half the world, have been watching the life-like vicissitudes of the noble Crowley family for six seasons. And all this against the background of the tragic events of the history of the 20th century. Count Grantham is a happy family man, he raised three daughters, but he does not have an heir. He treats this absolutely calmly and is ready to give all his fortune and title, including to his distant relative - a young lawyer, accustomed to a very modest life without his estate and army of servants. It's his role that Dan Stevens performs. The filmography of the actor has acquired one of the most rated projects of recent times.

The Vampires

Absolutely charming youth comedy about the love of a vampire and a man. With the only difference is that in 2011 the topic was not so corroded, but because the movie looks fresh and interesting. In the center of the story are two young girls, who look familiar almost 100 years ago. They are connected by a close friendship and a very cheerful and wild life. However, their secret of immortality is threatened with exposure when love comes on the way.

"Summer in February"

The melodramatic tape will tell about the events that took place in the beginning of the twentieth century on the eve of the First World War. Again, Dan Stevens offers the viewer a historical role, which, by the way, he is doing great. In the center of the story is the life of two young and talented artists who are spinning in bohemian circles and at the same time enjoy a quiet, measured life in Cornwall in the afternoon and noisy parties in the evening. One evening they get acquainted with the charming Florence. Former interlocutors and friends turn overnight into rivals. The picture - a real gift to all those who are delighted with the series "Abbey Downton".

"A guest"

This time, Dan Stevens tried on not quite the usual role in the new genre - an action movie. Events take place in our time. The Peterson family is experiencing the loss of a son who died in the war in Afghanistan. One day David appears on the threshold of their house. The stranger says that he served with their son and came to fulfill his last will. The family is ready to give him a warm welcome, but soon after his appearance in the city there is a whole series of mysterious deaths.

An entertaining fact: for the role of D. Stevens for three months was under the control of a nutritionist and was engaged with personal trainers for two hours a day. And all for the sake of shooting one scene, where his hero appears in front of the audience with a bare chest. In the end, for 3 months he gained an impressive muscle mass - 11 kg.

"Walking among the graves"

The crime drama tells the viewer the story of a private detective, Scudder, who sees what the police do not notice, and easily gets to where her turn is closed. In New York there is a whole series of terrible and strange murders. The husband of one of the victims, whose role is played by Dan Stevens (photo in the article), turns to Scudder for help, but the further he unravels this mysterious tangle, the more terrible reality.

"Night at the Museum: The Secret of the Tomb"

The actions of the third part of the popular film unfold immediately on two continents - in the US and Britain. Therefore, the role of D.Stevens is partly even predictable, he is very harmonious in the role of the faithful knight of the round table - Lancelot. The plot twists around that familiar to the viewer exhibits of the museum, reviving at night, begin to behave strangely. The reason lies in the magical Egyptian artifact, but its secret is known only to the father of the pharaoh, and his mummy is in England. The fearless team goes on an unthinkable trip overseas.

It should be noted that Dan Stevens - the actor is not just one role, this is evidenced by, let's say, not yet numerous, but very diverse work in film and television. Surely in the future he will surprise us with his talent. Well, fans should hold their breath awaiting new pictures with his participation - the legendary fairy tale "Beauty and the Beast" will appear on the big screen in 2017 and the fantastic thriller "The Colossal", which premieres in July 2016, the actress's enchantress was the charming Ann Hathaway.