Adam Leese

Born: 1976-03-06

Birthplace: Chichester, West Sussex, England, UK

Biography

Adam is an English born character actor who's worked extensively in Film and TV in both comedy and dramas. Adam gained his first job in Victoria Woods 'Dinnerladies' whilst in his last term at Arts Ed Drama School in London and since then has worked on movies such as 'Bridget Jones Baby' (Dir Sharon McGuire), 'King of Thieves' (dir James Marsh) and has worked with Joe Cornish on both of his movies; 'Attack The Block' and 'The Kid Who Would be King'.

Adam's first lead film role was also his first feature film 'EMR' which also starred an up and coming Tom Hardy. 'EMR' won several awards worldwide including the 'Best UK Feature Award' at London's prestigious 'Raindance Fesitval', seeing off tough competition such as Shane Meadows 'Dead Mans Shoes'.

TV credits include many of the UK's favourite TV shows including playing Olivia Coleman's 'fling' in Broadchurch, Eastenders, Humans and Guerrilla.

Known For

Attack the Block
The Kid Who Would Be King
Bridget Jones's Baby
King of Thieves
Until Death
Love Bite
EMR
Journal of a Contract Killer
Confine
Country of Hotels

Top Movie Credits

Attack the Block Policeman 2
King of Thieves Frankie the Fence
Until Death Van Huffel
EMR Adam Jones
Confine Brian