Donatas Simukauskas is a talented actor from Eastern Europe who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. His journey in acting began at the Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theatre, where he honed his skills and prepared himself for a successful career.
One of the pivotal moments in Donatas' career was his breakthrough role in the cult Lithuanian comedy "Zero: Alyvine Lietuva" in 2006, where he played a corrupt police officer. This role not only showcased his acting abilities but also introduced him to a wider audience.
Following his success in "Zero: Alyvine Lietuva", Donatas went on to secure roles in various local and international productions. Some of his notable works include "Die Flucht/March of Millions", a film directed by Kai Wessel, the TV mini-series "War & Peace" starring Clemence Poesy and Malcolm McDowell, and the Japanese TV series "Clouds Over the Hill".
Donatas' impressive career has seen him take on a wide range of roles, from feature films to TV series. Some of his notable film roles include "The Crown Jewels", directed by Ella Lemhagen and starring Alicia Vikander and Bill Skarsgard, "Gitel", directed by Robert Mullan, and the Lithuanian blockbusters "Zero II" and "Redirected". In these roles, Donatas has established himself as a prominent comedy actor.
In recent years, Donatas has continued to work on a variety of projects, including the Swedish TV series "Moscow Noir" and the feature film "Sasha Was Here", which was nominated for Best First Feature in the Tallin Black Nights Festival in 2018 and the Golden Duke in the Odessa International Film Festival in 2019.
