Best known for Matthew Crawley in Downton Abbey, David in The Guest, and Beast in Beauty and the Beast. Also Legion, The Man Who Invented Christmas, and Abigail.
Films
- AbigailFrank2024
- Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire SagaAlexander Lemtov2020
- The RentalCharlie2020
- The Man Who Invented ChristmasCharles Dickens2017
- Beauty and the BeastBeast2017
- The GuestDavid2014
- Night at the Museum: Secret of the TombSir Lancelot2014
- Sense & SensibilityEdward Ferrars2008
TV shows
- GaslitJohn Dean2022
- LegionDavid Haller / Legion2017–2019
- Downton AbbeyMatthew Crawley2010–2012
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About Dan Stevens
Dan Stevens is an English actor who rose to prominence playing Matthew Crawley in the period drama Downton Abbey. He has since established a versatile film and television career, spanning blockbusters like Beauty and the Beast to acclaimed indie films such as The Guest and thriller series like Legion.
FAQs
Why did Dan Stevens leave Downton Abbey?
Stevens decided not to renew his contract after the third series to pursue other opportunities in film and theatre. His character Matthew Crawley was killed off in the 2012 Christmas special.
Is Dan Stevens in any upcoming projects?
Yes, he stars in the horror film Abigail (2024) and appears in the third season of the series The Terror. He also has several projects in development.
Has Dan Stevens won any major awards?
He was nominated for a Golden Globe for his role in Legion (2016) and has won two Screen Actors Guild Awards as part of the ensemble cast of Downton Abbey.
Is Dan Stevens related to the Hollywood actor family?
No, he was born in Croydon, England, and adopted as a child. He is not related to any other well-known Stevens family in acting.
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