Dave Johns is a multifaceted individual who has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry as an actor, stand-up comedian, writer, and talented improviser. One of his most notable achievements is his portrayal of the lead role in Ken Loach's feature film "I, Daniel Blake," which earned him the 2016 British Independent Film Award for Best Actor.
The film itself was a huge success, winning the prestigious Palme d'Or at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival and the 2017 BAFTA for Best British Film. In addition to his work in film, Dave is a regular guest with the Comedy Store Players on their improvisational show in London's West End.
As a stand-up comedian, Dave has toured the world with his one-man show and has performed at numerous comedy festivals, including the Montreal, Kilkenny, Melbourne, Edinburgh, and Adelaide festivals. He has also appeared on the London West End stage in "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," starring Christian Slater, and co-written the stage adaptations of Stephen King's "The Shawshank Redemption" and "I, Daniel Blake," both published by Broadway Licensing worldwide.
Dave has also had success in film, playing lead roles in several feature-length movies and appearing on UK TV and radio. In 2023, he was awarded the Writer of the Year award at the North East Culture Awards UK.
As a comedian, Dave is known for his inventive and talented style, which spans four decades. He has appeared on TV comedy panel shows such as "Never Mind the Buzzcocks" and "8 Out Of 10 Cats," as well as numerous BBC Radio 4 comedy shows.
In his personal life, Dave resides by the sea in the northeast of England with his two beloved tortoises, Bertie and Hooch.
