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DAVE JOHNS

comic actor writer
Dave is one of the most respected and best loved stand up comics working on the British comedy circuit
In a career spanning 4 decades. He has consistently produced work that is both exciting and challenging. A multi-award winning film actor, accomplished stage actor and skilled improvisor who has appeared on London's West End stage and is best known for his breakthrough role in Ken Loach's critically acclaimed film 'I, Daniel Blake' which won the coveted Palme D'Or Award at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival. And the 2017 BAFTA for Best British Film.

Dave has also written for the stage and has two published plays, winning the North East Culture Awards 'Writer of the Year' in 2023.
" Dave Johns' performance of ingrained decency and riveting restraint is masterful "
Rolling Stone magazine
" Johns in a Oscar winning performance "
Indi Film
" Unbeatable stand up from a master of the form "
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Upcoming shows

October 9, 2026
The Stand, Edinburgh
Standup
October 10, 2026
The Stand, Edinburgh
Standup

About Dave Johns

Fishermans Friends 2Dave Johns on stageComedian Dave JohnsDave Johns holding BAFTA award for 'I Daniel Blake'Comedian Dave Johns performing at Glee ClubDave Johns with cast of Fisherman's Friends

Latest News

October 6, 2026
Merry Christmas Aubrey Flint

My first venture into a traditional Christmas film which will be released on 6th November 2026 in cinemas around the country. It has a cracking cast and was so much […]

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October 6, 2026
TUNA

Just finished filming this short on the North Sea, off the coast of Roker, Sunderland. It's a cracking script, a lovely two hander with high production values. A wonderful short […]

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September 22, 2026
TUNA

I am very happy to be shooting this lovely film Tuna. A story about a fisherman and his daughter and their hunt for a mythicalchildhood sea creature, and the rekindling […]

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August 18, 2026
THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION LIVE ON STAGE

AUSTRALIA TOUR 2027 I'm very excited about this guys. If you have family and friends in Australia, please give them the heads up about this stage adaptation of The Shawshank […]

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