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James Graham

Writing Born Aug 8, 1982 Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, England, UK 37 credits
37
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1979–2026
48 Years Career Span
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Biography

James Graham OBE FRSL is a British playwright and screenwriter born on August 8, 1982, in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom. His work as a writer spans both television and film, with known credits that include writing the 2014 film A Brilliant Young Mind, the 2019 production Brexit, and the 2022 television series Sherwood. In addition to his screen work, his plays have been staged extensively throughout the United Kingdom and internationally at various theatres. These venues include the Bush, Soho Theatre, Clwyd Theatr Cymru, the National Theatre, the Almeida Theatre, the Royal Court Theatre, and Liverpool, alongside multiple productions in the West End.

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Career

Career overview

Subject: James Graham (Writing).
Task: Write a 180-260 word career overview.
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[1] TMDB: James Graham, Writing. Birthday: August 8, 1982. Place of Birth: Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, England, UK. Known credits: 23.
[2] TMDB Bio: James Graham OBE FRSL (born 8 August 1982) is a British playwright and screenwriter. Work staged in UK and internationally at Bush, Soho Theatre, Clwyd Theatr Cymru, and National Theatre.
[3] IMDb: Writer/Producer. Known for: A Brilliant Young Mind (2014), Sherwood (2022), Brexit (2019). Born 8 August 1982 in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, England, UK.
[4] Wikipedia: James Graham OBE FRSL (born 8 July 1982 - Note: discrepancy with other sources, I will stick to the August date or mention both if necessary, but usually, I pick the most consistent or just use the info provided. Actually, the prompt says "Use ONLY facts present above". Source 1, 2, and 3 say August 8. Source 4 says July 8. I will use August 8 as it is the majority.) Playwright and screenwriter. Staged at Bush, Soho Theatre, Almeida Theatre, Royal Court Theatre, Liverpool, and National Theatre. West End and Broadway.
[5] Variety: Mentions "Sound Graham Rogers" - irrelevant to James Graham the writer.
[6] David Niven Bio: Mentions "James David Graham Niven" - different person.
Paragraph 1: Identity and Background.
James Graham OBE FRSL is a British playwright, screenwriter, and producer. He was born on 8 August 1982 in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, England, UK. His professional work includes 23 known credits.
Paragraph 2: Stage Work and Theatres.
His work has been staged both internationally and throughout the United Kingdom. His plays have been presented at various venues, including the Bush, Soho Theatre, Clwyd Theatr Cymru, the National Theatre, the Almeida Theatre, the Royal Court Theatre, and Liverpool. His productions have also appeared in the West End and on Broadway.
Paragraph 3: Notable Works.
Graham is known for his writing on several projects, including the 2014 production A Brilliant Young Mind, the 2019 work Brexit, and the 2022 series Sherwood.
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James Graham OBE FRSL is a British playwright, screenwriter, and producer. Born on 8 August 1982 in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, England, UK, he has established a career with 23 known credits. His writing has been staged both internationally and throughout the United Kingdom at several prominent venues. These include the Bush, Soho Theatre, Clwyd Theatr Cymru, the National Theatre, the Almeida Theatre, the Royal Court Theatre, and Liverpool. His work has also been featured in the West End and on Broadway.

Graham is recognized for his contributions to various productions. His notable credits include the 2014 work A Brilliant Young Mind, the 2019 production Brexit, and the 2022 series Sherwood.
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"James Graham OBE FRSL is a British playwright, screenwriter, and producer. Born on 8 August 1982 in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, England, UK, he has established a career with 23 known credits. His writing has been staged both internationally and throughout the United Kingdom at several prominent venues. These include the Bush, Soho Theatre,

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Career timeline

Dear England · WriterDear England · Executive ProducerDear England · Theatre PlayDear England · CreatorInk · Screenplay
Brian and Maggie · Executive ProducerBrian and Maggie · WriterBrian and Maggie · Creator
The Way · Executive ProducerThe Way · WriterThe Way · CreatorNational Theatre Live: Dear England · Writer
National Theatre Live: Best of Enemies · Writer
Sunday with Laura KuenssbergSunday with Laura KuenssbergSherwood · WriterSherwood · Executive Producer
Young Vic: Best of Enemies · WriterPeople You May Know · Writer
Quiz · Executive ProducerQuiz · WriterUnprecedented · Writer
Brexit: The Uncivil War · WriterBrexit: The Uncivil War · Executive Producer
The Crown · Writer
X+Y · ScreenplayThe Vote · ScreenplayThe Vote · CreatorCoalition · Screenplay
National Theatre Live: This House · Writer
Caught in a Trap · Writer
Dramarama · Writer
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Full Filmography

37 titles
  • Dear England (2026) Writer
  • Dear England (2026) Executive Producer
  • Dear England (2026) Theatre Play
  • Dear England (2026) Creator
  • Ink (2026) Screenplay
  • Ink (2026) Theatre Play
  • Ink (2026) Executive Producer
  • Bunnylovr (2026) Executive Producer
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  • Brian and Maggie (2025) Executive Producer
  • Brian and Maggie (2025) Writer
  • Brian and Maggie (2025) Creator
  • The Way (2024) Executive Producer
  • The Way (2024) Writer
  • The Way (2024) Creator
  • National Theatre Live: Dear England (2024) Writer
  • National Theatre Live: Best of Enemies (2023) Writer
  • Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg (2022) as Self – Playwright
  • Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg (2022) as Self
  • Sherwood (2022) Writer
  • Sherwood (2022) Executive Producer
  • Young Vic: Best of Enemies (2021) Writer
  • People You May Know (2021) Writer
  • Quiz (2020) Executive Producer
  • Quiz (2020) Writer
  • Unprecedented (2020) Writer
  • Brexit: The Uncivil War (2019) Writer
  • Brexit: The Uncivil War (2019) Executive Producer
  • The Crown (2016) Writer
  • X+Y (2015) Screenplay
  • The Vote (2015) Screenplay
  • The Vote (2015) Creator
  • Coalition (2015) Screenplay
  • National Theatre Live: This House (2013) Writer
  • Caught in a Trap (2008) Writer
  • Dramarama (1983) Writer
  • Question Time (1979) as Self - Panellist
  • Gypsy Boy Writer

Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is James Graham best known for?

James Graham is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Ink (2026), Ink (2026), Ink (2026), Living Is Easy with Eyes Closed (2013).

When and where was James Graham born?

James Graham was born on August 8, 1982 in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, England, UK.

How many credits does James Graham have?

James Graham has accumulated over 37 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1979 to 2026.

What is James Graham's background in cinema and television?

James Graham OBE FRSL is a British playwright and screenwriter born on August 8, 1982, in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom. His work as a writer spans both television and film, with known credits that include writing the 2014 film A Brilliant Young Mind, the 2019 production Brexit, and the 2022 telev...

James Graham by the numbers

37credits
17films
20TV series
1979–2026active years

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