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BIO

Flynn is the lead singer and songwriter of the band Johnny Flynn & The Sussex Wit. Flynn has starred as Dylan Witter in the Channel 4 and Netflix television sitcom Lovesick (previously known as Scrotal Recall), and portrayed David Bowie in the film Stardust.


Flynn performed in Propeller's all-male Shakespeare troupe, playing Curtis (The Taming of the Shrew) and Viola (Twelfth Night) in the 2007 season. He has also performed in several other plays including Richard Bean's play The Heretic at the Royal Court Theatre (2011). Johnny Flynn was cast in the role of Lee in Jerusalem, Jez Butterworth's hit play, for which he was nominated for an Olivier Award for best supporting actor. In summer of 2012, Flynn appeared in Shakespeare's Globe Theatre's productions of Richard III, as Lady Anne, opposite Jerusalem co-star Mark Rylance and then as Viola/Cesario in the Globe's production of Twelfth Night with Rylance as well. The productions transferred to the Apollo Theatre in the West End until February 2013. In March 2013 Flynn played the lead role in Bruce Norris' play The Low Road at the Royal Court. In September 2015 he played Mooney alongside David Morrissey and Reece Shearsmith also at the Royal Court in Martin McDonagh's new play Hangmen.

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
2023
Richard Burton

[TV]
MASTERPIECE on PBS Drama, 2019
Felix Tholomyes

[West End]
West End Production, 0
Lee

[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company US Premiere, 2018
Mooney

[West End]
Original West End Production, 2015
Mooney

[West End]
Globe Theatre Transfer, 2012
Lady Anne, Grey

[West End]
2012
Viola

[West End]
Return Engagement [West End], 2011
Lee

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Johnny Flynn, Hangmen

Drama League Awards - 2018 - Distinguished Performance Award

Johnny Flynn, Hangmen

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play

Johnny Flynn, Hangmen


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Theatre World Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance

Johnny Flynn, Hangmen

Olivier Awards - 2012 - Best Performance In A Supporting Role

Johnny Flynn, Jerusalem

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Gracie Cochrane Exits HARRY POTTER Series; Ginny Weasley to be Recast
by Josh Sharpe - May 18, 2026

Stage actress Gracie Cochrane, who stars as Ginny Weasley in the first season of HBO's Harry Potter series, will depart the series after the first season. The character will be recast for future seasons.
Johnny Flynn to Play Paul Simon in Bill Condon's THE ROAD HOME
by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2026

Olivier Award-nominated actor Johnny Flynn will play singer-songwriter Paul Simon in The Road Home, Bill Condon's forthcoming historical musical drama.
HARRY POTTER Gets Season 2 Order at HBO; Will Begin Filming This Fall
by Josh Sharpe - May 6, 2026

HBO has officially greenlit a second season of the Harry Potter series, which aims to dedicate each season to an installment of the seven-volume book series.
INTER ALIA, Starring Rosamund Pike, Will Arrive on Broadway This Fall
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 9, 2026

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Suzie Miller’s new play, Inter Alia, will be coming to Broadway this Fall for a strictly limited engagement, starring Rosamund Pike. We have all of the details here!
Video: HARRY POTTER Special Will Go Behind the Scenes of HBO Series with John Lithgow, Janet McTeer & More
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 2, 2026

HBO will debut a new behind-the-scenes special that chronicles the making of the upcoming Harry Potter television series. Watch the trailer for the new special now.
HARRY POTTER Teaser Becomes Most-Watched Trailer in HBO History
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 30, 2026

The first trailer for Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone marked the most-watched trailer in HBO and HBO Max history, exceeding the previous record by more than double.
Video/Photos: See John Lithgow, Janet McTeer & More in Teaser for HARRY POTTER Series
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 25, 2026

Accio trailer! HBO Max has released the first teaser for the eight-episode first season of the upcoming original Harry Potter series, officially titled Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone. Take a look at the trio, in addition to John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, Paapa Essiedu, and more!
Photos: Kate Winslet, Toni Collette, & More at GOODBYE JUNE New York Screening
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2025

On Monday, December 8, Netflix hosted the NY Special Screening of Kate Winslet's directorial debut Goodbye June at The Whitby Hotel, followed by a Q&A. Check out photos from the evening here.
Broadway Streaming Guide: Holidays 2025 - Where to Watch A VERY JONES CHRISTMAS MOVE & More
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 29, 2025

From the new Jonas Brothers Christmas special to musical classics like White Christmas, take a look here to find out which holiday streaming titles will bring a Broadway fan some extra joy this year.
Video/Photos: Kate Winslet and Helen Mirren in First Trailer for GOODBYE JUNE Family Drama
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 13, 2025

The first trailer has been released for Kate Winslet's directorial debut, Goodbye June. The movie will open in select theaters on December 12, 2025, before streaming on Netflix on December 24, 2025. Check out the trailer and new first-look photos here.
Photos: First Look at Kate Winslet's Directorial Debut GOODBYE JUNE
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 27, 2025

Netflix has released new first-look photos for Kate Winslet's directorial debut, Goodbye June. The streamer has also set a release date for the film, which will open in select theaters on December 12, 2025, before streaming on Netflix on December 24, 2025. Take a look at the photos here.
All of the Theater Stars in HBO's HARRY POTTER TV Series
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 10, 2025

With the Harry Potter show now in production in the UK, we have put together a guide to the stage performers assembled for this new series, from two-time Tony winner John Lithgow to Arabella Stanton.
Photo: HARRY POTTER Series Begins Production; First-Look at Dominic McLaughlin
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 14, 2025

Following several casting announcements, the HBO Original Harry Potter television series has officially begun production at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, UK. Take a look at a new photo of Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter.
More Autumn Shows and Summer Family Work Comes to Bristol Old Vic
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2025

Bristol Old Vic has announced a flurry of extra shows for Winter/Spring alongside classic summer family work – now on sale. Learn more about the lineup here!
Johnny Flynn, Bel Powley, & More Stage Stars Join HBO's HARRY POTTER Series
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 9, 2025

HBO has announced several new cast members for the upcoming Harry Potter television series, joining a robust cast that includes a growing list of Broadway and West End actors. 
Broadway Stage and Screen- A Spring 2025 Watch Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 2, 2025

hile many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 14 are already films or series that you can watch from home now. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2025, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!
PRIMA FACIE, MACBETH, And More National Theatre Live Screenings Announced At Shakespeare Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2025

Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced National Theatre Live screenings coming to Harman Hall this February. Kicking off the month of screenings is The Donmar Warehouse production of Macbeth: David Tennant & Cush Jumbo.
Critics' Choice: Kat Mokrynski's Top Ten Shows of 2024
by Kat Mokrynski - Dec 31, 2024

Having seen over 320 shows in cities like London, New York, Edinburgh in 2024, it was certainly difficult to narrow it down to my top ten shows of the year, but I have done my best! This list is a mix of plays, musicals and stand-up comedy shows that I have seen as both a critic, as well as some that I went to as a punter.
Kristin Scott Thomas and Johnny Flynn Join Mark Rylance in VENUS AND ADONIS
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2024

Kristin Scott Thomas and Johnny Flynn will perform alongside Mark Rylance – the venue's Patron – in Shakespeare's Venus and Adonis on Sunday 17 November at 7.00pm, as part of a fundraiser in aid of the theatre.
STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Will Arrive on Broadway in 2025
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 6, 2024

the critically acclaimed, Olivier Award-winning, play STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW will begin performances Friday, March 28, 2025. We have all the details about the upcoming production!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Johnny Flynn been in?

Johnny Flynn has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Johnny Flynn been in?

Johnny Flynn has appeared on London's West End in 7 shows.

What was Johnny Flynn's first West End show?

Johnny Flynn's first West End show was Jerusalem which opened in 2011

What awards has Johnny Flynn been nominated for?

Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Hangmen, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Hangmen, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hangmen, Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Hangmen and Best Performance In A Supporting Role (Olivier Awards) for Jerusalem.

What awards has Johnny Flynn won?

Johnny Flynn has won the Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance at the Theatre World Awards for his role in Hangmen.

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