Daniel Mays
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Daniel Mays was born on March 31, 1978 in Epping, Essex, England as Daniel Alan Mays. He is an actor, known for The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn (2011), The Bank Job (2008) and Atonement (2007). He has performed five plays at the Royal Court Theatre in London including two in the theatre's 50th Anniversary year in parts that were specifically written for him. He won the Best Actor prize at the Palmare Television Festival 2003 for his performance in the hard hitting improvised BBC film Rehab. He has made two films with the acclaimed British director Mike Leigh. All or Nothing (2002) and the 1950s abortion drama, Vera Drake (2004), which received 3 Academy Award Nominations, the Golden Lion Award for Best Film, 3 Bafta Awards and 6 British Independent Film Awards including Best British Independent Film. Son of Toni Mays.
Daniel Mays Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Daniel Mays reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Daniel Mays's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 56% of Daniel Mays's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains 1917, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Daniel Mays Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Daniel Mays's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Daniel Mays has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
Daniel Mays - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Daniel Mays?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Daniel Mays is "1917" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Daniel Mays acted in?
Daniel Mays has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Daniel Mays?
Other notable films include "The Kemps: All True", "Mrs Biggs", and "Mr. Nobody".