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John Simm joins Big Finish for Doctor Who: Masterful
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John Simm joins Big Finish for Doctor Who: Masterful

Big Finish 13 Dec 2019 Coming in January 2021, marking the 50th anniversary of the Master’s first appearance in Doctor Who, Masterful is a deluxe limited edition 8-disc audio adventure. Masterful is now available to pre-order as a limited edition 8-CD box set (priced at £44.99), or on download (at £39.99). In his Big Finish debut, … Continue reading

John Simm and Dervla Kirwan interviews | Macbeth at Chichester Festival Theatre
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John Simm and Dervla Kirwan interviews | Macbeth at Chichester Festival Theatre

Whats on Stage – YouTube 24 Sep 2019 We sit down with the two stars of Chichester’s Macbeth – Dervla Kirwan and John Simm – to chat about starring in Paul Miller’s new revival at the Chichester Festival Theatre. Find out more: https://www.whatsonstage.com/chichester-theatre/news/macbeth-chichester-john-simm-full-casting_49645.html Continue reading

Radio Interview: Chris Evans Chats with BAFTA-Nominated Acting Royalty John Simm
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Radio Interview: Chris Evans Chats with BAFTA-Nominated Acting Royalty John Simm

Virgin Radio UK Chris Evans Breakfast Show 4 Sep 2019 Listen below as Chris Evans chats with BAFTA-nominated acting royalty John Simm about making his debut at Chichester Festival Theatre in the title role of Macbeth, plus his upcoming role in the new prequel series to Game of Thrones. Play Radio Interview (00:17:16): Continue reading

Nicola Stephenson: Box Set Go! with John Simm
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Nicola Stephenson: Box Set Go! with John Simm

Love Talkin’ Nicola Stephenson 23 May 2019 This weeks Box Set Go! features the awesome John Simm talking Taxi Driver, The Wizard Of Oz, Blade Runner and Back to the Future. Find it at love https://t.co/mNYt3tKi9w or look for lovetalkin wherever you get your podcasts. ❤️🌈… https://t.co/yA3OrU9qZG — nicola stephenson (@nicstep) May 23, 2019 Actress … Continue reading

John Simm Talks ‘Cold Courage’ as Lionsgate Boards International Drama
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John Simm Talks ‘Cold Courage’ as Lionsgate Boards International Drama

Variety (EXCLUSIVE) Stewart Clarke 22 March 2019 John Simm plays a rabble-rousing populist politician in Cold Courage and Lionsgate has stepped up and taken international rights to the series. Based on the series of novels by Pekka Hiltunen, the drama is billed as the biggest yet out of Finland and will bow on the Viaplay streaming service in … Continue reading

Spotlight Interview: John Simm on Being an Actor
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Spotlight Interview: John Simm on Being an Actor

Spotlight 22 March 2019 Spotlight, the home of casting and connecting talented performers with exciting roles since 1927, interviews John Simm on Being an Actor. “Be confident. Never stop learning. Always watch, always read” – Actor John Simm talks to Spotlight about how he got started, what drew him to acting, dealing with the highs … Continue reading

The Leisure Society’s New Music Video, God Has Taken A Vacation, Featuring John Simm
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The Leisure Society’s New Music Video, God Has Taken A Vacation, Featuring John Simm

Thank Folk For That 21 Feb 2019 The Leisure Society have shared their video for new single God Has Taken A Vacation, featuring esteemed actor (and friend of the band), John Simm. Speaking on his involvement with the video, Simm said: “When I first heard ‘God Has Taken A Vacation’, I knew I had to … Continue reading

John Simm attends the inaugural Casting Directors’ Guild Awards
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John Simm attends the inaugural Casting Directors’ Guild Awards

The Casting Directors’ Guild 12 February 2019 The UK’s top Casting Directors were honoured on Tuesday 12 February 2019, at the inaugural CDG Casting Awards presented in partnership with Spotlight. Held at Ham Yard Hotel, London and attended by leading casting directors, actors, producers and directors from across the entertainment industry. This new event was … Continue reading

John Simm and Dervla Kirwan head the cast of Macbeth
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John Simm and Dervla Kirwan head the cast of Macbeth

Chichester Festival Theatre 21 Sep- 26 Oct Present fears Are less than horrible imaginings Book Tickets for Macbeth (Priority booking from 24 Feb, General booking from 2 March) Much celebrated for his forthright bravery, Macbeth is a state hero. After the bloody defeat of a rebel army, he encounters a trio of strangers who predict … Continue reading

John Simm to star in Viaplay’s original Finnish series Cold Courage
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John Simm to star in Viaplay’s original Finnish series Cold Courage

Viaplay News 30 January 2019 Filming has begun on Viaplay’s original Finnish series Cold Courage with both Finnish stars and international actors. Nordic Entertainment Group has started the production of the original Viaplay series Cold Courage, whith Finnish and international top names such as Pihla Viitala, John Simm and Jakob Eklund. The series is based … Continue reading

Amazon’s White Dragon Series Trailer & Photos Released
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Amazon’s White Dragon Series Trailer & Photos Released

CommingSoon.net Kylie Hemmert 9 January 2019 Amazon Studios has released the official trailer for their upcoming thrilling drama White Dragon, starring John Simm (Doctor Who, Life on Mars). Check out the trailer below, as well as the key art and photos in the gallery! White Dragon – Official Trailer | Prime Video White Dragon follows a … Continue reading

Meet John Simm: London Comic Con – Sat 2nd March 2019
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Meet John Simm: London Comic Con – Sat 2nd March 2019

Showmasters Presents London Comic Con Spring National Hall Olympia London 2-3 March 2019 We are delighted to announce that JOHN SIMM will be at #LCCSpring on Sat 2nd March 2019! John Simm is well known for his performances in #DoctorWho , #LifeonMars, #Strangers, @ITV‘s #Collateral and @BBC‘s #Trauma. Tickets are available to book now: https://t.co/SPvElzg7vkContinue reading

John Simm reads at Westminster Abbey to mark the Centenary of the Armistice
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John Simm reads at Westminster Abbey to mark the Centenary of the Armistice

Abbey marks the Centenary of the Armistice Westminster Abbey 11 Nov 2018 Sean Fletcher talks to John Simm about the importance of being a part of the World War One centenary of the Armistice and of his great grandfather who was involved in the Lancashire Regiment. Her Majesty The Queen and His Excellency Frank-Walter Steinmeier … Continue reading

BBC 6 Music celebrates The White Album with panelist Beatles expert John Simm
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BBC 6 Music celebrates The White Album with panelist Beatles expert John Simm

6 Music Celebrates The White Album BBC Radio 6 Music 14 Oct 2018 Ahead of its 50th birthday, Martin Freeman hosts the ultimate listening party of the Beatles’ ground breaking double album The White Album. Martin is joined by a panel of expert fans including actor John Simm, musician The Anchoress (also of Manic Street … Continue reading

Exclusive Interview: John Simm talks to Fabric Magazine about his latest work Strangers
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Exclusive Interview: John Simm talks to Fabric Magazine about his latest work Strangers

Fabric Magazine October 2018 Issue Liz Skone James Exclusive Interview: John Simm Star of the Small Screen With one of the most recognisable faces on the small screen, John Simm has rarely been unemployed since graduating from drama school. We caught up to chat latest roles, career goals and dealing with fame… –> read more … Continue reading

Interview:  John Simm discusses his most prominent performances, from ‘Doctor Who’ to Harold Pinter’s ‘The Homecoming’
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Interview: John Simm discusses his most prominent performances, from ‘Doctor Who’ to Harold Pinter’s ‘The Homecoming’

The Independent James Rampton 9 September 2018 Nothing stops for filming in Hong Kong. As we slalom our way through the crowds of people crammed into the exceptionally busy fish market at Lau Fau Shan, it’s a struggle to keep up with the cameras capturing a scene for the new ITV thriller Strangers. In it, John … Continue reading

Radio Interview: John Simm shares secrets on his new thriller Strangers
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Radio Interview: John Simm shares secrets on his new thriller Strangers

BBC Radio 2 – The Chris Evans Breakfast Show Chris Evans 7 Sep 2018 John Simm shares secrets from his new TV drama Strangers. Also in the studio with Chris Evans are Jamie Oliver, Jack Black and indie rock band Razorlight. Play radio interview (00:13:12): Strangers begins on ITV at 9 pm on Mon 10 … Continue reading

Interview with Strangers star John Simm: “I ran away but now I’m back”
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Interview with Strangers star John Simm: “I ran away but now I’m back”

Evening Standard Craig Mclean 7 September 2018 It’s back-to-school in Muswell Hill. Teens with shoulder-slung pouches are having one last cruise on The Broadway; pre-teens are wolfing a final lunch with a frazzled parent. And, for one neighbourhood dad, it’s back to work. John Simm has had the summer off, enjoying the heat, the World Cup, … Continue reading

BBC Radio 4 Front Row: John Simm talks about why he’s so often cast as an everyman figure
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BBC Radio 4 Front Row: John Simm talks about why he’s so often cast as an everyman figure

BBC Radio 4 – Front Row Stig Abell 3 Sep 2018 John Simm stars in new ITV drama Strangers starring as a man who has to fly to Hong Kong to identify his wife’s body, only to discover she has a secret other life. Stig Abell talks to John Simm about filming the thriller in … Continue reading

Philip Glenister and John Simm In Conversation – Orange Tree Theatre
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Philip Glenister and John Simm In Conversation – Orange Tree Theatre

Orange Tree Theatre Philip Glenister and John Simm In Conversation   BOOK NOW for Sun 16th Sep 2018 19:00 Philip Glenister and John Simm are reunited following the hugely popular TV series Life on Mars, Mad Dogs, Prey and State of Play for an exclusive In Conversation at the Orange Tree. With just half of the OT’s income coming from ticket sales, the … Continue reading

John Simm among 24 Influential Ambassadors supporting Theatres Trust
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John Simm among 24 Influential Ambassadors supporting Theatres Trust

Theatres Trust Ambassadors 27 Jun 2018 “As a young actor attending College in Blackpool, I appeared in three productions at ‘The Blackpool Grand Theatre’, It was the first theatre stage I ever appeared on, and because of that wonderful old place I have been in love with theatre ever since. The Theatres Trust supports The … Continue reading