Elliot Levey
Known for
If longevity counts for anything, Elliot Levey is a British actor recognizable to viewers well beyond any single title. In cinemas, 'Murder on the Orient Express' is the work that stuck — Rabbi, specifically. 'Philomena' belongs on any short list of his work. Drama accounts for the largest share of the work. The count stands at 37 titles, and the range inside it is wide.
Elliot Levey
23 Movies · 14 Series
If longevity counts for anything, Elliot Levey is a British actor recognizable to viewers well beyond any single title. In cinemas, 'Murder on the Orient Express' is the work that stuck — Rabbi, specifically. 'Philomena' belongs on any short list of his work. Drama accounts for the largest share of the work. The count stands at 37 titles, and the range inside it is wide.
Movies
Plays Rabbi
Murder on the Orient Express
2017
Plays TV Director
The Queen
2006
Plays Edgar Booth Cunningham, Jr.
Florence Foster Jenkins
2016
Plays Ethan Watkins
Fallen
2016
Plays Alex
Philomena
2013
Plays Theatre Director
The Lady in the Van
2015
Plays Roger Levy
Denial
2016
Plays Businessman
Filth and Wisdom
2008
Plays Philip Emerson
Spooks: The Greater Good
2015
Plays Nathanael
The Gospel of John
2003
Plays Tailor
Beau Brummell: This Charming Man
2006
Plays John
Smudged Smile
2021
Plays Maurice
National Theatre Live: Good
2023
Plays Philostrate
A Midsummer Night's Dream
2016
Plays Junius Brutus
National Theatre Live: Coriolanus
2014
Plays Don John
Much Ado About Nothing
2011
Plays Cauchon
National Theatre Live: Saint Joan
2017
Plays Denholm
The Chamber
2016
Plays Peter
The Low Down
2001
TV Shows
Plays Inspector Bliss
Bookish
2025
Plays Henry Kissinger
Watergate
2018
Plays Elkan Abrahamson
Anne
2022
Plays David Briggs
Quiz
2020
Plays Chris
State of the Union
2019
Plays Ambrose
Jamaica Inn
2014
Plays Matthew Harper
Press
2018
Plays Aiden Hawkchurch
A Touch of Cloth
2012
Plays Consultant Jacob Sayers
Black Earth Rising
2018
Plays AA Leader
Truckers
2013
Plays Publisher
Truth Seekers
2020
Plays Austin Samuels
Malice
2025
Plays Tony
Lovejoy
1986
Plays Ralph Ackerman
Ripper Street
2012
Latest Trailers
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Giant
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Elliot Levey and where are they from?
Elliot Levey is 52 years old, born on December 6, 1973 in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England, UK.
What are the most famous roles of Elliot Levey?
Elliot Levey is best known for roles in Murder on the Orient Express, Philomena, Fallen.
How many movies has Elliot Levey been in?
Over a 27-year career (since 1999), Elliot Levey has appeared in 23 movies and 13 TV shows.
What was Elliot Levey's first movie?
The career of Elliot Levey began with Jesus (1999).
What is Elliot Levey's most recent movie or series?
Elliot Levey's most recent release is Malice, which premiered on November 14, 2025.
What TV shows has Elliot Levey appeared in?
On television, Elliot Levey has appeared in Truth Seekers, Ripper Street, Quiz, Casualty.
Does Elliot Levey have any upcoming projects?
Yes, Elliot Levey's upcoming work includes: Prima Facie (2026), Giant (2026).
Elliot Levey
1973-12-06 · Bradford, West Yorkshire, England, UK
Elliot Levey (born 6 December 1973, Bradford, West Yorkshire, England) is a double Olivier Award-winning English actor, primarily based in theatre. He read philosophy at Oxford University, where he met Emma Loach (daughter of Ken Loach), his wife; they have three sons. He won Olivier Awards for Best Supporting Actor in a Musical (Cabaret, 2022) and Best Supporting Actor (Giant, 2025). In theatre he has performed at the National Theatre, RSC, Donmar Warehouse, and Almeida, with 7 West End and 1 Broadway shows (Giant, currently running). His film credits include The Queen (2006), Florence Foster Jenkins (2016), and Murder on the Orient Express (2017). On television he is best known for playing Henry Kissinger in Watergate (2018) and Francesco Pazzi in Da Vinci's Demons (2013–2015). He is represented by United Agents.