Daniel Mays is best known for playing DCI Jim Keats in ‘Ashes to Ashes’, PC Danny Waldron in ‘Line of Duty’, and roles in films ‘Made in Dagenham’ and ‘The Bank Job’.
Films
- The Phantom of the OpenKeith2021
- Fisherman’s FriendsLead Fisherman (uncredited)2019
- The MercyStanley Best2017
- Rogue One: A Star Wars StoryTivik2016
- Dad’s ArmyPrivate Walker2016
- Mr. HolmesInspector Gilbert2015
- The Bank JobDave Shilling2008
- Made in DagenhamEddie O’Grady2010
- Vera DrakeSid2004
- All or NothingJason2002
TV shows
- The Long ShadowDCS Dennis Hoban2023
- The ResponderPC Carl Sweeney2022
- Line of DutyPC Danny Waldron2016
- Good OmensArthur Young2019
- DesDS Jay2020
- Ashes to AshesDCI Jim Keats2008
- WhitechapelDC Miles2009
- Tipping the VelvetJimmy2002
- EastEndersKevin1995
- The BillLee1996
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About Daniel Mays
Daniel Mays is an English actor, born 31 March 1978 in Epping, Essex. He has built a versatile career across film, television and theatre, often playing intense or working-class characters, and is a regular collaborator with director Mike Leigh.
FAQs
What is Daniel Mays best known for?
He is best known for playing DCI Jim Keats in ‘Ashes to Ashes’ (2008–2010) and PC Danny Waldron in ‘Line of Duty’ (2016).
Has Daniel Mays been in any major films?
Yes, he appeared in ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ (2016) as Tivik, ‘The Bank Job’ (2008), and ‘Made in Dagenham’ (2010).
What is Daniel Mays’ background?
He was born in Epping, Essex, and trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA). He often plays gritty, authentic roles.
Has he worked with Mike Leigh?
Yes, he appeared in Mike Leigh films ‘All or Nothing’ (2002), ‘Vera Drake’ (2004), and ‘Mr. Holmes’ (2015).
Is Daniel Mays in any recent TV shows?
He starred in ‘The Long Shadow’ (2023) as DCS Dennis Hoban and ‘The Responder’ (2022) as PC Carl Sweeney.
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