John McCrea
Biography
John McCrea is a British actor and singer born on October 10, 1992, in Aldershot, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom. He is known for his work in acting, with a total of twelve known credits listed on the Movie Database. He received an Olivier Award nomination for his portrayal of the character Jamie New in the coming-of-age stage musical Everybody's Talking About Jamie. In addition to his stage work, he portrayed Artie in the 2021 Disney crime film. Throughout his career, he has established himself as a recognizable performer in both theatre and film productions.
Career overview
John McCrea is a British actor and singer who was born on October 10, 1992, in Aldershot, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom. Active in the entertainment industry with known credits in acting, McCrea has built a professional profile across film, television, and stage productions.
On the stage, he is particularly recognized for originating and portraying the role of Jamie New in the coming-of-age stage musical Everybody's Talking About Jamie. His performance in the production earned him a nomination for an Olivier Award. In addition to his theatrical work, his career includes screen acting. Notably, he portrayed the character Artie in a Disney crime film released in 2021.
Through his work in both musical theatre and on-screen projects, McCrea continues to be recognized as a versatile British performer in the entertainment field.
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Full Filmography
12 titles- Think of England (2025) as Captain Anthony Clune
- Femme (2023) as Toby
- Pistol (2022) as Steve Severin
- She Will (2022) as Ansel
- Cruella (2021) as Artie
- Everybody's Talking About Jamie (2021) as Young Loco Chanelle
- Dracula (2020) as Zev
- Giri/Haji (2019) as Tiff
- Our Sister (2019) as Dance Instructor
- Everybody's Talking About Jamie (2018) as Jamie New
- God's Own Country (2017) as University Boy
- Father Brown (2013) as Frederick Thorncastle
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is John McCrea best known for?
John McCrea is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Cruella (2021), Dracula (2020), God's Own Country (2017), Father Brown (2013).
When and where was John McCrea born?
John McCrea was born on October 10, 1992 in Aldershot, Hampshire, England, UK.
How many credits does John McCrea have?
John McCrea has accumulated over 12 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2013 to 2025.
What is John McCrea's background in cinema and television?
John McCrea is a British actor and singer born on October 10, 1992, in Aldershot, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom. He is known for his work in acting, with a total of twelve known credits listed on the Movie Database. He received an Olivier Award nomination for his portrayal of the character Jamie New in the coming-...