David Schneider
Biography
David Schneider is a British actor, comedian, and director. He is best known for playing Tony Hayers in the Alan Partridge franchise. Born on May 22, 1963, in London, England, United Kingdom, he has fifty-seven known acting credits. Following his graduation, he initially focused on stand-up comedy and performed at various venues across Great Britain.
Career overview
David Schneider is a British actor, comedian, and director. He is best known for playing the character Tony Hayers in the Alan Partridge franchise. His professional background includes a total of fifty-seven known acting credits recorded in database profiles.
Following his graduation, David Schneider initially dedicated his time to stand-up comedy, performing live on various stages across Great Britain. Throughout his career, he has established a presence in the entertainment industry as both a performer and director, working across film and television mediums.
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Full Filmography
65 titles- Avenue 5 (2020) Director
- American Pets (2018) as Celebrity Tour Guide
- The Death of Stalin (2017) Screenplay
- Alan Partridge: Why, When, Where, How And Whom? (2017) as Himself
- The Story of... The Day the Clown Cried (2016) as Self - Presenter
- The New Man (2016) as Self
- Plebs (2013) as Agorix
- The Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists! (2012) as Scarlett Morgan (voice)
- Arthur Christmas (2011) as General (voice)
- Arthur Christmas (2011) Additional Writing
- Horrid Henry: The Movie (2011) as Soggy Sid
- Catherine Tate: Laughing at the Noughties (2011) as Self
- The Infidel (2010) as Monty
- Whitechapel (2009) as Marcus Salter
- How Not to Live Your Life (2008) as Derek
- The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones Documentaries (2007) Creator
- The Ten Commandments (2006) as Tobia
- Scoop (2006) as Joe's Co-Passenger
- Manilla Envelopes (2006) as Kevin Andrews
- Is Benny Hill Still Funny? (2006) as Self
- Uncle Max (2006) as Uncle Max
- Nathan Barley (2005) as Man in porn film
- Shane (2004)
- Fat Slags (2004) as Tanner
- Blackball (2003) as Young Buck Reporter
- Cheeky (2003) as Todd
- 28 Days Later (2002) as Scientist
- Dick and Dom in da Bungalow (2002) as Self
- Big Brother's Little Brother (2001) as Self
- A Knight's Tale (2001) as Relic Seller
- All the Queen's Men (2001) Screenplay
- Center Stage (2000) as ABA Student
- Gimme Gimme Gimme (1999) as Neville
- You're Dead... (1999) as Ian
- Comic Act (1998) as Jay
- I'm Alan Partridge (1997) as Tony Hayers
- The Saint (1997) as Rat Club Comedian
- The Peter Principle (1997) as Bradley Wilson
- Mission: Impossible (1996) as Train Engineer
- The Saturday Night Armistice (1995)
- Go Now (1995) as Doctor
- Kulihrášek a zakletá princezna (1995)
- Knowing Me Knowing You with Alan Partridge (1994) as Big Red Book
- Knowing Me Knowing You with Alan Partridge (1994) as Tony Le Mesmer
- Knowing Me Knowing You with Alan Partridge (1994) as Clive Sealey
- Knowing Me Knowing You with Alan Partridge (1994) as Adrian Finch
- Knowing Me Knowing You with Alan Partridge (1994) as Clown Leader
- Knowing Me Knowing You with Alan Partridge (1994) as Police Sergeant
- The Day Today (1994) as Sylvester Stuart / Various Characters
- The Day Today (1994) Writer
- The Trial (1993) as Kullich
- Jánošova kouzelná flétnička (1993)
- Never Fool with Fireworks (1992) as Ed Banger (uncredited)
- Never Fool with Fireworks 2 (1992) as Ed Banger (uncredited)
- Never Fool with Fireworks 4 (1992) as Ed Banger (uncredited)
- Never Fool with Fireworks 3 (1992) as Ed Banger (uncredited)
- Heading Home (1991) as Stamford Hill Cowboy
- Mr. Bean (1990) as Judo Instructor
- Jak Vojtěch pro princeznu do ohně skočil (1990)
- Screen Two (1985) as Kullich
- Screen Two (1985) as Stamford Hill Cowboy
- Santa Lucia (1985)
- Anynka a čert (1984) as čert
- Žofka z Janovic (1984)
- The South Bank Show (1978) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is David Schneider best known for?
David Schneider is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Avenue 5 (2020), The Death of Stalin (2017), The Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists! (2012), Arthur Christmas (2011).
When and where was David Schneider born?
David Schneider was born on May 22, 1963 in London, England, UK.
How many credits does David Schneider have?
David Schneider has accumulated over 65 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1978 to 2020.
What is David Schneider's background in cinema and television?
David Schneider is a British actor, comedian, and director. He is best known for playing Tony Hayers in the Alan Partridge franchise. Born on May 22, 1963, in London, England, United Kingdom, he has fifty-seven known acting credits. Following his graduation, he initially focused on stand-up comedy and performed at vari...
David Schneider by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- The Day Today (1994) as Sylvester Stuart / Various Characters — aged about 31
- Mr. Bean (1990) as Judo Instructor — aged about 27
- Knowing Me Knowing You with Alan Partridge (1994) as Big Red Book — aged about 31
- Knowing Me Knowing You with Alan Partridge (1994) as Tony Le Mesmer — aged about 31
- Knowing Me Knowing You with Alan Partridge (1994) as Clive Sealey — aged about 31
- Knowing Me Knowing You with Alan Partridge (1994) as Adrian Finch — aged about 31
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