David Tennant
Latest News on David Tennant:
Cast Members From STAR WARS, DOCTOR WHO & More to Join FAN EXPO New Orleans (Oct 31, 2024)
MACBETH Starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo to Play Movie Theaters (Oct 9, 2024)
Photos: MACBETH Opens, Starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo (Oct 9, 2024)
Cast Members From STAR WARS, DOCTOR WHO & More to Join FAN EXPO New Orleans (Oct 31, 2024)
MACBETH Starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo to Play Movie Theaters (Oct 9, 2024)
Photos: MACBETH Opens, Starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo (Oct 9, 2024)
BIO
Over his almost three-decades-long acting career, multi-award-winning actor David Tennant has left a trail of memorable characters over an expansive and diverse array of theatre, film, radio, and television credits.
As well as being a seasoned professional actor, he is an award-winning voice-over actor. He has lent his voice to a wide range of characters, including ‘Huyand’ in animated series “Star Wars: The Clone Wars”; “Spitelout” in How to Train Your Dragon; and 'Twigs’ in Tree Fu Tom, among others.
From 2015 David was seen portraying the villainous role of 'Kilgrave' opposite Krysten Ritter in Netflix’s “Marvel’s Jessica Jones.”
David can currently be seen in the Amazon Prime Video series Good Omens, He takes on the role of the demon Crowley, in the critically acclaimed adaptation of the classic Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman novel.
From his first projects with the Royal Shakespeare Company to his present-day Rolodex of timeless characters in all areas of performance, David Tennant continues to amass an ever-growing fan base worldwide
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
US Premiere Production, 2016
Richard II
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2003 - Best Actor
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Videos
VIDEO: Judi Dench Puts David Tennant and Michael Sheen in Their Place on STAGED
by Stephi Wild - Jul 11, 2020
VIDEO: David Tennant and Michael Sheen Reunite For GOOD OMENS Lockdown Mini-Episode
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2020
VIDEO: David Tennant and More in Royal Shakespeare Company's #ShareYourShakespeare Campaign
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2020
VIDEO: David Tennant & Cush Jumbo Star in the Trailer for Acorn TV's DEADWATER FELL
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 10, 2020
VIDEO: David Tennant and Michael Sheen Perform Dueling Hamlets with Jon Hamm
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 8, 2018
VIDEO: Watch the Official Trailer for DOCTOR WHO Season 11 Starring Jodie Whittaker
by Macon Prickett - Jul 19, 2018
VIDEO: Check Out the All-New Teaser for DOCTOR WHO Season 11 Starring Jodie Whittaker
by Macon Prickett - Jul 17, 2018
VIDEO: First Look - TBS Premieres New Animated Series FINAL SPACE, 2/26
by BWW
News Desk - Feb 26, 2018
VIDEO: New Trailer For Upcoming Film BAD SAMARITAN Starring David Tennant
by Macon Prickett - Feb 6, 2018
VIDEO: First Look - TBS Premieres New Animated Series FINAL SPACE, 2/26
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 11, 2018
VIDEO: First Look - BROADCHURCH Returns for Final Season on BBC America Today
by BWW
News Desk - Jun 28, 2017
VIDEO: Check Out New Trailer & Poster Art for Animated Film FERDINAND
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 14, 2017
VIDEO: First Look - BROADCHURCH Returns for Final Season on BBC America 6/28
by Caryn Robbins - May 25, 2017
News
Cast Members From STAR WARS, DOCTOR WHO & More to Join FAN EXPO New Orleans
FAN EXPO New Orleans has revealed new celebrity guests for its 2025 event, including Anthony Daniels from STAR WARS, Tyler Hoechlin and Bitsie Tulloch from SUPERMAN & LOIS, and Jodie Whittaker from DOCTOR WHO. Learn more!
FAN EXPO New Orleans has revealed new celebrity guests for its 2025 event, including Anthony Daniels from STAR WARS, Tyler Hoechlin and Bitsie Tulloch from SUPERMAN & LOIS, and Jodie Whittaker from DOCTOR WHO. Learn more!
MACBETH Starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo to Play Movie Theaters
Macbeth, starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo, which is currently playing to sold out houses in the West End, will come to cinemas next year. Learn more about when the show was captured and when it'll be released in movie theatres.
Macbeth, starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo, which is currently playing to sold out houses in the West End, will come to cinemas next year. Learn more about when the show was captured and when it'll be released in movie theatres.
Photos: MACBETH Opens, Starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo
All new photos have been released the opening night of the West End transfer of Macbeth starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo at the Harold Pinter Theatre which took place last night. Those in attendance included Fearne Cotton, Poppy Delevingne, Alex Hassell, Celia Imrie, Aidan Turner and Michael Sheen.
All new photos have been released the opening night of the West End transfer of Macbeth starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo at the Harold Pinter Theatre which took place last night. Those in attendance included Fearne Cotton, Poppy Delevingne, Alex Hassell, Celia Imrie, Aidan Turner and Michael Sheen.
Asa Butterfield Will Make His Stage Debut in One-Man Comedy Play, SECOND BEST
Asa Butterfield, star of Netflix’s Sex Education will make his stage debut in the one-man play, Second Best – a fictional story about the boy who came second to play Harry Potter.
Asa Butterfield, star of Netflix’s Sex Education will make his stage debut in the one-man play, Second Best – a fictional story about the boy who came second to play Harry Potter.
THE BEAR, ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING, & More Receive 2024 Astra TV Awards Nominations; See the Full List
With 15 nominations, FX’s The Bear was the most nominated series this year, followed by Max’s Hacks and Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building with 13 each. ABC’s Abbott Elementary and CBS’s Ghosts are tied for third place, with 11 nominations each.
With 15 nominations, FX’s The Bear was the most nominated series this year, followed by Max’s Hacks and Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building with 13 each. ABC’s Abbott Elementary and CBS’s Ghosts are tied for third place, with 11 nominations each.
GREAT COMET, Adrien Brody, and More Set For Upcoming Season at the Donmar Warehouse
The season is comprised of the world premieres of 2 brand new plays, the UK premiere of an award-winning musical and a major revival. Learn more about the lineup here!
The season is comprised of the world premieres of 2 brand new plays, the UK premiere of an award-winning musical and a major revival. Learn more about the lineup here!
David Tennant, Jonathan Pryce, & More Join THE THURSDAY MURDER CLUB
David Tennant, Jonathan Pryce, Naomi Ackie, Daniel Mays, and Henry Lloyd-Hughes have rounded out the cast for the upcoming British comedy The Thursday Letter Club. The upcoming film from Chris Columbus revolves around a group of retired friends who solve murders for fun in their retirement community. After a murder happens for real, they employ their skills to solve the real crime.
David Tennant, Jonathan Pryce, Naomi Ackie, Daniel Mays, and Henry Lloyd-Hughes have rounded out the cast for the upcoming British comedy The Thursday Letter Club. The upcoming film from Chris Columbus revolves around a group of retired friends who solve murders for fun in their retirement community. After a murder happens for real, they employ their skills to solve the real crime.
Review: TOM LAWRINSON: HUBBA HUBBA, Soho Theatre
Tom Lawrinson: Hubba Hubba begins with Lawrinson emerging from behind the curtains, acting shy towards the audience and hiding his face behind his jacket. This act is quickly dropped, however, and it is revealed that Lawrinson is anything but shy
Tom Lawrinson: Hubba Hubba begins with Lawrinson emerging from behind the curtains, acting shy towards the audience and hiding his face behind his jacket. This act is quickly dropped, however, and it is revealed that Lawrinson is anything but shy
MACBETH With David Tennant and Cush Jumbo Will Transfer to the West End
The Donmar Warehouse's critically acclaimed production of Macbeth, starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo, and directed by Max Webster, will transfer to the West End.
The Donmar Warehouse's critically acclaimed production of Macbeth, starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo, and directed by Max Webster, will transfer to the West End.
GOOD, Starring David Tennant, Will Air on the BBC and iPlayer
Good news! Good, starring David Tennant, will soon be braodcast on the BBC and BBC iPlayer. In 2022, Tennant made a much-anticipated return to the West End in a blistering reimagining of CP Taylor’s renowned and powerful political play, filmed live on stage by National Theatre during its sell-out run.
Good news! Good, starring David Tennant, will soon be braodcast on the BBC and BBC iPlayer. In 2022, Tennant made a much-anticipated return to the West End in a blistering reimagining of CP Taylor’s renowned and powerful political play, filmed live on stage by National Theatre during its sell-out run.
Olivier Awards 2024: The Full List of Winners
The biggest stars of London theatre gathered today at the Royal Albert Hall for the Olivier Awards 2024, hosted by Hannah Waddingham. Find out about Sunset Boulevard and the night's other big winners!
The biggest stars of London theatre gathered today at the Royal Albert Hall for the Olivier Awards 2024, hosted by Hannah Waddingham. Find out about Sunset Boulevard and the night's other big winners!
BroadwayWorld's Olivier Awards 2024 Predictions
The 2024 Olivier Awards are fast approaching on April 14. Ahead of one of the most exciting nights in theatreland, our critics – Aliya Al-Hassan, Mica Blackwell, Alexander Cohen, Katie Kirkpatrick, Kat Mokrynski, Gary Naylor, Kerrie Nicholson, Matthew Paluch and Christiana Rose share their thoughts about who and what will triumph on the night, as well as who should twin each category.
The 2024 Olivier Awards are fast approaching on April 14. Ahead of one of the most exciting nights in theatreland, our critics – Aliya Al-Hassan, Mica Blackwell, Alexander Cohen, Katie Kirkpatrick, Kat Mokrynski, Gary Naylor, Kerrie Nicholson, Matthew Paluch and Christiana Rose share their thoughts about who and what will triumph on the night, as well as who should twin each category.
Andrew Scott, David Tennant & More Win U.K. Critics' Circle Theatre Awards
See who won U.K. Critics Circle Theatre Awards. Learn more about the awards and read the full list of winners.
See who won U.K. Critics Circle Theatre Awards. Learn more about the awards and read the full list of winners.
Acorn TV's FAN-FAVORITE HARRY WILD Returns in May
Season three of Harry Wild, the popular Irish mystery series starring and executive produced by Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winner Jane Seymour (The Kominsky Method; Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman; Live and Let Die), will debut in May. Don't miss out on the thrilling adventures of this beloved character.
Season three of Harry Wild, the popular Irish mystery series starring and executive produced by Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winner Jane Seymour (The Kominsky Method; Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman; Live and Let Die), will debut in May. Don't miss out on the thrilling adventures of this beloved character.
SUNSET BOULEVARD, PLAZA SUITE, and More Nominated For Olivier Awards; Full List!
The nominations are in for this year's Olivier Awards! Among those nominated are Sunset Boulevard, Plaza Suite, The National Theatre, and many more. Check out the full list of nominations here!
The nominations are in for this year's Olivier Awards! Among those nominated are Sunset Boulevard, Plaza Suite, The National Theatre, and many more. Check out the full list of nominations here!
Pitlochry Festival Theatre Will Open 2024 Season With Nan Shepherd: NAKED AND UNASHAMED
Following the success of their podcast series, A Journey with Nan Shepherd, Firebrand Theatre Company and Pitlochry Festival Theatre will stage the world première of Nan Shepherd: Naked and Unashamed.
Following the success of their podcast series, A Journey with Nan Shepherd, Firebrand Theatre Company and Pitlochry Festival Theatre will stage the world première of Nan Shepherd: Naked and Unashamed.
Video: Hannah Waddingham Performs 'Time After Time' at the BAFTAs
Watch Hannah Waddingham's performance of 'Time After Time' during the BAFTA Film Awards In Memoriam segment.
Watch Hannah Waddingham's performance of 'Time After Time' during the BAFTA Film Awards In Memoriam segment.
Interview: Steven Hao of THE TWO NOBLE KINSMEN at Shakespeare BASH'd
Steven Hao, playing Pirithous and The Wooer in THE TWO NOBLE KINSMEN, spoke to BroadwayWorld about the unusual aspects of Shakespeare’s last play, why Theseus is Iron Man, and the joys of putting on one of the few works in the Shakespearean canon that's a 'hidden gem' without 500 years of baggage.
Steven Hao, playing Pirithous and The Wooer in THE TWO NOBLE KINSMEN, spoke to BroadwayWorld about the unusual aspects of Shakespeare’s last play, why Theseus is Iron Man, and the joys of putting on one of the few works in the Shakespearean canon that's a 'hidden gem' without 500 years of baggage.
THE COLOR PURPLE, MAESTRO & More Nominated For BAFTA Awards - Full List of Nominees!
The 2024 BAFTA Award nominations have been announced. Check out the full list of nominations, including Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Colman Domingo, Carey Mulligan, Bradley Cooper, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Wonka, Maestro, and more.
The 2024 BAFTA Award nominations have been announced. Check out the full list of nominations, including Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Colman Domingo, Carey Mulligan, Bradley Cooper, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Wonka, Maestro, and more.
RSC's New Season to Include OTHELLO, EDWARD II and Works by Sheridan and Hanif Kureishi
Newly appointed Co-Artistic Directors of the RSC, Daniel Evans and Tamara Harvey have announced their inaugural season for the Company.
Newly appointed Co-Artistic Directors of the RSC, Daniel Evans and Tamara Harvey have announced their inaugural season for the Company.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has David Tennant been in?
David Tennant has not appeared on Broadway.
How many West End shows has David Tennant been in?
David Tennant has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.
What was David Tennant's first West End show?
David Tennant's first West End show was Don Juan in Soho which opened in 2017
What awards has David Tennant been nominated for?
and Best Actor (Olivier Awards) for Lobby Hero.
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