Liverpool has produced dozens of outstanding actors who have gone on to become household names around the world, starring in Britain’s most-loved soap operas. hit Netflix shows and Hollywood movies.
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From the woman behind Gavin & Stacey’s ‘Pam’ to the Emmy Award winning actress who brought ‘Vilanelle’ to life, our city has truly raised some of the biggest and best actors out there.
We asked our readers which Liverpool and Merseyside actors are the best of all time, and we have compiled the below list as a result. Let us know your favourite actors or films that have come from Liverpool in the comments below.
5. Stephen Graham
Successful actor, Stephen Graham, was born in Kirkby and rose to fame after his role in This Is England. He has received numerous accolades, including a Screen Actors Guild Award, and recently starred in and co-created Adolescence. | Third Party Photo: submit
6. David Morrissey
Born in Liverpool's Kensington, David Morrissey is an actor and filmmaker, known for his roles in the likes of The Deal and The Walking Dead. He won Best Actor at the 2003 Royal Television Society Programme Awards for his performance in The Deal. Locals note Morrissey as one of Liverpool's most talented actors and he was awarded an honorary doctorate by Edge Hill University. He recently starred in new comedy, Daddy Issues. Season 2 is currently being produced. | Matt Squire
7. Jake Abraham
Jake Abraham is considered one of Liverpool's best actors by many locals. The Toxteth-born actor sadly died in October 2023 after being diagnosed with prostate cancer in February. The late actor started his career in the 1980s, becoming well known within the theatre circuit. He went on to have a successful career both on stage and on screen, touring with the National Theatre and starring in Guy Ritchie’s 1998 movie, Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels. His death was a huge loss to the city, with many famous names praising his talent. | BBC Press Office
8. Jodie Comer
Jodie Comer is a Scouse actor who rose to fame for her starring role as Oksana Astankova in the spy series, Killing Eve. Due to her performances in this series, Jodie was given a number of awards and accolades, including a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series and a British Academy Television Award for Best Actress. Comer was raised in Childwall and recently starred in The Bikeriders alongside Austin Butler and Tom Hardy. | Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images