Tom Lewis (actor)
Tom Lewis | |
|---|---|
 Lewis attending the Redeeming Love premiere, 2022 | |
| Born | Leeds, England |
| Alma mater | Royal Academy of Dramatic Art |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2018–present |
Tom Lewis is an English actor. He is known for his role in the HBO television series Gentleman Jack and the Channel 4 drama Patience as well as his role in the film Redeeming Love.
Early Life
[edit]Lewis was born and grew up in Leeds before moving to London and graduating from RADA (Royal Academy of Dramatic Art) where he trained on a full scholarship.[1]
Whilst still a teenager in training at RADA, Lewis graduated early when he was cast in a leading role in the historical drama series Gentleman Jack.[2] He also had early television roles in A Discovery of Witches and Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators.[3]
Career
[edit]Stage Roles
[edit]In between screen roles, Lewis has spent time playing leading roles in theatres around the country, starring in productions for Headlong in London, Manchester Royal Exchange, Bristol Old Vic and Hampstead Theatre[4][5][6]
Screen Roles
[edit]After a worldwide search, Tom made his film debut in the romantic epic Redeeming Love alongside Abigail Cowen, which was released on 21 January 2022.[7][8]
In 2025, Tom starred in the Channel 4/PBS crime drama Patience (TV series)[9], with the series opening with positive reviews.[10]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Redeeming Love | Michael Hosea |
Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators | Dimitri Erasmus | 1 episode |
| 2019-2022 | Gentleman Jack | Thomas Sowden | 16 episodes |
| 2021 | A Discovery of Witches | Peckham | 2 episodes |
| 2025 | Patience | Elliot Scott | 6 episodes |
Theatre
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Theatre | Director |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | The Breach | Hoke | Hampstead Theatre | Sarah Frankcom |
| 2025 | The House Party | Jon | Headlong Theatre | Holly Race Roughan |
Music video
[edit]| Year | Title | Artist |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | "Wish You the Best" | Lewis Capaldi |
Video games
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Assassin's Creed Valhalla | Alfred the Great | |
| 2021 | Discovery Tour: Viking Age | King Alfred |
References
[edit]- ^ RADA profile
- ^ "Thomas Sowden - Gentleman Jack". bbc.co.uk. Retrieved 1 September 2023.
- ^ {{cite web|url=https://www.monstervoice.co.uk/voices/tom-lewis/
- ^ https://www.sueterryvoices.com/news/tom-lewis-stars-in-the-breach-at-the-hampstead-theatre
- ^ https://www.independenttalent.com/actors/tom-lewis/
- ^ https://www.whatsonstage.com/news/casting-for-the-house-party-tour-revealed_1660604/
- ^ Longs, Herb (10 August 2022). "Watch: Nominations For 53rd Annual GMA Dove Awards Announced - TCB". The Christian Beat. Retrieved 9 October 2022.
- ^ Singh, Prerna (20 January 2022). "Where Was Redeeming Love Filmed?". The Cinemaholic. Retrieved 28 June 2023.
- ^ https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/drama/patience-cast-channel-4/}
- ^ Midgely, Carol (8 January 2025). "Patience review — the latest crime-solving duo have just a twist of difference". The Times. Retrieved 9 January 2025.
