Laurie Davidson
Actor
July 1, 1992
33 years old
Dulwich, London, United Kingdom
Laurie Davidson was born on July 1, 1992 in Dulwich, London, England, UK. He is an actor, known for Mary & George (2024), A Cruel Love: The Ruth Ellis Story (2025) and The Sandman (2022).
After arriving at the LAMDA, he earned a part in Anton Chekhov's The Seagull, which is where his agent first noticed him. Davidson was a newcomer to television prior to his Will casting; his prior work included stage work and a minor role in the film Vampire Academy. He has also been cast in the BBC film Diana & I as a journalist who is present at the time of the death of Princess Diana.
Basic Information
- Born: July 1, 1992
- Place of Birth: Dulwich, London, England
- Education: London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA)
- Years Active: 2013–present
Notable Roles
Davidson's career began on stage before he landed his breakout role in television.
Television
- Will (2017): His first major role, where he starred as a fictionalized young William Shakespeare in the TNT series.
- Guilty Party (2021): He played the lead role of George in this dark comedy series.
- Masters of the Air (2024): He appeared as Lt. Herbert Nash in the Apple TV+ miniseries.
- Mary & George (2024): He portrayed Robert Carr, 1st Earl of Somerset, in this historical drama miniseries.
- The Girlfriend (2025): He stars as Daniel "Danny" Sanderson in this psychological thriller.
Film
- The Good Liar (2019): He played the role of Hans Taub.
- Cats (2019): He took on the role of Mr. Mistoffelees in the film adaptation of the famous musical.
- The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die (2023): He appeared as Ingimundr in the Netflix film.
Theatre
- The Ferryman (2017): He was part of the replacement cast for this acclaimed play on the West End.
- Jack Absolute Flies Again (2022): He played the lead role of Jack Absolute in the National Theatre production.
