Dave Johns
ActingAbout Dave Johns
Dave Johns is an actor, stand up comedian and talented improviser who played the lead role in Ken Loach's feature film 'I, Daniel Blake' which won the 2016 Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival. He is a regular guest with the Comedy Store Players on their improv show in London's West End. He had toured with Johnny Vegas and Sean Lock and has performed at the Montreal, Kilkenny, Melbourne, Edinburgh and Adelaide comedy festivals. He has appeared on The West End stage in 'One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest', starring Christian Slater, has co-written the stage adaption of Stephen King's 'The Shawshank Redemption' and has appeared on TV comedy panel shows 'Never Mind the Buzzcocks' and '8 Out Of 10 Cats'. - IMDb Mini Biography By: DAA Management
Dave Johns Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Dave Johns reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Dave Johns's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Dave Johns'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 I, Daniel Blake, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Dave Johns Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dave Johns's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Dave Johns has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Turtles | Thom Halford | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Where It Ends | Tony | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Making Up | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Fisherman's Friends: One and All | Leadville | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Blithe Spirit | Harold | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Ravers | Manager | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | 23 Walks | Dave | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Fisherman's Friends | Leadville | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Keeper | Roberts | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Two Graves | George | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Walk Like a Panther | Trevor 'Bulldog' Johns | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | I, Daniel Blake | Dan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Versus: The Life and Films of Ken Loach | Self / Daniel | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Merry Christmas Aubrey Flint | Mr. Formby | Flop | Similar → |
Dave Johns - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Dave Johns?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dave Johns is "I, Daniel Blake" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Dave Johns acted in?
Dave Johns has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Dave Johns?
Other notable films include "The Keeper", "Turtles", and "23 Walks".