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BIO

Christopher Jacob Abbott (born February 10, 1986) is an American actor known for his work in independent films. In 2011, Abbott made his feature film debut in Martha Marcy May Marlene and his Broadway debut in the revival of the play The House of Blue Leaves.



Abbott received a nomination for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Male Lead for the drama film James White (2015). He portrayed astronaut David Scott in the biographical drama film First Man (2018). Abbott took supporting roles in the films A Most Violent Year (2014), It Comes at Night (2017), Piercing (2018), Possessor (2020), On the Count of Three (2021), and Sanctuary (2022).

Abbott portrayed John Yossarian in the Hulu miniseries Catch-22 (2019) for which he earned a Golden Globe Award nomination. He also acted in the HBO series Girls (2012-2016), the USA Network series The Sinner (2017), and the Apple TV+ series The Crowded Room (2023).

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival Production, 2023
Danny

[Off-Broadway]
Signature Theatre Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2011
Ronnie Shaughnessy

[Off-Broadway]
2008
Phillip

[Off-Broadway]
2008
Justin

[Off-Broadway]
2007
Geoffrey Exley (Understudy)


Awards and Nominations

The Lortels - 2024 - Outstanding Lead Performer in a Play

Christopher Abbott, Danny and the Deep Blue Sea

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Tracy Letts and Martha Plimpton Join EAST OF EDEN Limited Series at Netflix

Tony winner Tracy Letts and Tony nominee Martha Plimpton have joined the cast of Netflix's upcoming East of Eden limited series starring Mike Faist and Florence Pugh. They will star alongside Ciarán Hinds, Joseph Zada, Joe Anders, Christopher Abbott, and Hoon Lee.
Video: Blumhouse and Universal Release New WOLF MAN Trailer

From Blumhouse and visionary writer-director Leigh Whannell, the creators of the chilling modern monster tale The Invisible Man, comes a terrifying new lupine nightmare: Wolf Man. Watch the trailer now!
Mike Faist Joins EAST OF EDEN Series With Florence Pugh

Tony nominee Mike Fast has found his next project. The Challengers star is set to appear in the limited series East of Eden alongside Hoon Lee, Christopher Abbott, and Florence Pugh, who also co-produces. 
Video: Blumhouse Releases WOLF MAN Teaser Trailer With Christopher Abbott

From Blumhouse and visionary writer-director Leigh Whannell, the creators of the chilling modern monster tale The Invisible Man, comes a terrifying new lupine nightmare: Wolf Man. Watch the new teaser now!
(PRAY), THE COMEUPPANCE, and More Take Home 2024 Lucille Lortel Awards - Full List of Winners!

The 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards will be presented at the annual ceremony which will take place tonight, Sunday, May 5, 2024, at NYU Skirball beginning at 7:00pm. See the winners as they come in here!
WET BRAIN, STEREOPHONIC & More Nominated for 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards - See the Full List!

Nominations for the 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were announced by Amber Iman and George Abud. Check out the full list of nominees!
POOR THINGS Sets Digital, Blu-ray & DVD Release

From acclaimed filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos, Searchlight Pictures' award-winning Poor Things will be available from all major digital retailers including Prime Video, Apple TV and Vudu on February 27 and will be available on Blu-ray and DVD from March 12, with exclusive bonus content. Watch the video trailer now!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 12, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 12, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours: 
DANNY AND THE DEEP BLUE SEA Recoups Investment Off-Broadway

The hit off-Broadway revival of John Patrick Shanley's Danny and the Deep Blue Sea, starring Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott, has recouped its initial investment.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 13th, 2023

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 13, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott Out of DANNY AND THE DEEP BLUE SEA Performances This Week

Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott will be out of Danny and the Deep Blue Sea Dec 12-14 due to sickness. 
DANNY AND THE DEEP BLUE SEA Extends at the Lucille Lortel Theatre

The completely sold-out Off-Broadway revival of John Patrick Shanley’s Danny and the Deep Blue Sea, starring Aubrey Plaza – in her stage debut – and Christopher Abbott, has extended by popular demand. Danny and the Deep Blue Sea must end on Saturday, January 13, 2024.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 15th, 2023

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 15, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of DANNY AND THE DEEP BLUE SEA

Check out photos from inside opening night of Danny and the Deep Blue Sea starring Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott.
Review Roundup: DANNY AND THE DEEP BLUE SEA, Starring Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott

Danny and the Deep Blue Sea starring Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott just celebrated opening night at the Lucille Lortel Theatre. Let's see what the critics had to say...
Review Roundup: HARMONY Opens On Broadway! See What the Critics Are Saying!

The new Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman musical Harmony opens on Broadway tonight. Read the reviews!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 14th, 2023

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 14, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Michael Imperioli Will Make Broadway Debut in AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE

Emmy & SAG Award winner Michael Imperioli will make his Broadway debut opposite Jeremy Strong in AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE. We have all the details on when the play will arrive, which theatre it will play, and more!
Photos: Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott in DANNY AND THE DEEP BLUE SEA

Get a First Look at Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott in Danny and the Deep Blue Sea!
Aubrey Plaza Reveals She is Living With Patti LuPone

A pair of New York City roommates has emerged, Aubrey Plaza and Patti LuPone! Plaza revealed in an interview that she is living with LuPone while working on the  Off-Broadway play Danny and the Deep Blue Sea.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Christopher Abbott been in?

Christopher Abbott has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Christopher Abbott been in?

Christopher Abbott has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Christopher Abbott been nominated for?

and Outstanding Lead Performer in a Play (The Lortels) for Danny and the Deep Blue Sea.

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