Laurie Davidson

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).

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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.

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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

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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.