Arthur Darvill

Arthur Darvill

42 · Born: Jun 17, 1982

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornJun 17, 1982 Birmingham, West Midlands, England, UK
Parents
  • Ellie Darvill
  • Nigel Darvill
Relatives
  • William Darvill (Cousin)

Biography

Thomas Arthur Darvill, a talented English actor and musician, has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. His most notable roles include Rory Williams, one of the Eleventh Doctor's companions in the popular television series Doctor Who, and Rev. Paul Coates in the critically acclaimed drama Broadchurch.

In addition to his television work, Darvill has also showcased his musical talents, starring in the lead role in the West End and Broadway productions of the musical Once in 2013-2014.

Darvill's early life was filled with the arts, thanks to his mother Ellie Darvill, an actress who worked with masks, puppets, and live acting as a member of Cannon Hill Theatre. She was also the puppeteer and voice behind the beloved character Why Bird from Playdays. Prior to the birth of his sister, Darvill would often accompany his mother on tours, helping with the setup of the shows.

Darvill's father, Nigel, was a skilled musician who played the Hammond organ for a variety of artists, including Edwin Starr, Ruby Turner, Fine Young Cannibals, and UB40.

The actor attended Bromsgrove School in Worcestershire from 1993 to 2000, where he likely honed his skills and developed his passion for the performing arts.

Career

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2025
Brides
Brides as Mr. Hansard
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2024
And Mrs
And Mrs as Dylan
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2022
Grace
Grace as Kit Bishop / Jecks
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2016
Minutes Past Midnight
Minutes Past Midnight as Charlie (segment: Crazy For You)
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2015
Treasure Island
Treasure Island as Long John Silver
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2013
Crazy for You
Crazy for You as Charlie
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The White Queen
The White Queen as Harry Stafford
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Broadchurch
Broadchurch as Reverend Paul Coates
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2012
Doctor Faustus
Doctor Faustus as Mephistopheles
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The Paradise
The Paradise as Bradley Burroughs
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Pond Life
Pond Life as Rory Williams
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2011
Doctor Who
Doctor Who as Rory Williams
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Doctor Who
Doctor Who as Rory Williams
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2010
Doctor Who
Doctor Who as Rory Williams
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Pelican Blood
Pelican Blood as Cameron
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Robin Hood
Robin Hood as Groom
{"id":266487,"title":"Intangible","year":"2008","character":"Billy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/intangible","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_266487.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_266487.jpg"},"released":1}
2008
Intangible
Intangible as Billy
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Little Dorrit
Little Dorrit as Tip Dorrit
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2013
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2011
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2010