Charming and mysterious British actor Dan Stevens fell in love with the audience for the role of Matthew Crowley in the series "Downton Abbey." The multi-part tape has become a real high point not only for him, but also for many others. However, his filmography includes other full-length films and series, which, of course, will be of interest to admirers of his talent.
A little biography
Dan Stevens, whose privacy is fairly private, is an adopted child, like his younger brother. He was born and raised in English Croydon. The actor's parents are simple school teachers. However, this did not prevent the future actor from having a violent enough youthful years. After that, he studied at a boarding school, where, in fact, he became interested in theatrical art. The starting point was the role in the school play "Macbeth." Later he continued his acquaintance with the literature and history of England in college and was almost the best student of the course.
About personal life, it is known that Dan Stevens is married to a jazz singer of South African descent (pictured) and has a daughter (born in 2009) and a son (born in 2012). It is noteworthy that the godfather of the eldest child is a colleague of the actor Rebecca Hall, with whom he first worked together at Macbeth, both played the main roles.
We will stop the attention of devoted fans and spectators on the filmography of the actor, listing the most famous and vibrant works in film and television.
The series "Downton Abbey"
Most of the UK, followed by half the world, has been observing the ups and downs of the noble Crowley family for six seasons. And all this against the background of the tragic events of the history of the 20th century. Count Grantham is a happy family man, he raised three daughters, but he does not have an heir. He takes it absolutely calmly and is ready to give all his fortune and title to his distant relative - a young lawyer who is used to a very modest life without his estate and army of servants. It is his role that Dan Stevens performs. The filmography of the actor has acquired one of the most rated projects of recent times.
"Vampires"
An absolutely charming youth comedy on the theme of love of a vampire and a man. The only difference is that in 2011 the topic was not so corroded, but because the movie looks fresh and interesting. The plot focuses on two young-looking girls who met almost 100 years ago. They are connected by close friendship and a very fun and wild life. However, their secret of immortality is threatened with exposure when love appears in the path.
“Summer in February”
A melodramatic tape tells about the events that occurred at the beginning of the twentieth century on the eve of the First World War. Once again, Dan Stevens offers the viewer a historical role, which, incidentally, he does great. The plot focuses on the life of two young and talented artists who revolve in bohemian circles and at the same time enjoy a quiet measured life in the county of Cornwall during the day and noisy parties in the evening. One evening they meet charming Florence. Former interlocutors and friends turn into rivals overnight. The picture is a real gift to all those who are delighted with the series "Downton Abbey."
"A guest"
This time, Dan Stevens tried on a not quite familiar role in the new genre - action movie. Events take place in our time. The Peterson family is experiencing the loss of a son who died in the war in Afghanistan. One day, David appears on the threshold of their house. The stranger says that he served with their son and came to fulfill his last will. The family is ready to give him a warm welcome, but soon after his appearance in the city, a whole series of mysterious deaths occurs.
Interesting fact: for the role of D. Stevens for three months he was under the control of a nutritionist and worked with personal trainers for two hours a day. And all for the sake of shooting one scene where his hero appears before the viewer with a naked torso. Ultimately, in 3 months he gained impressive muscle mass - 11 kg.
"A walk among the graves"
The crime drama tells the viewer a story about a private detective, Skadder, who sees that the police do not notice and easily penetrates where the passage is closed to her. In New York, a whole series of terrible and strange murders takes place. The husband of one of the victims, played by Dan Stevens (photo in the article), turns to Scudder for help, but the further he unravels this mysterious tangle, the worse the reality.
