Michael Sheen’s breakthrough role was as British politician Tony Blair in the 2003 film “The Deal.” The Channel 4 documentary focuses on Blair and Gordon Brown’s Granita alliance ahead of the 1994 Labour Party leadership race. It was Sheen’s third collaboration with both director Stephen Frears and writer Peter Morgan.
Sheen observed that while looking for monsters to play, he frequently ended up playing leaders. The film got positive reviews, with many praising Sheen’s sincere and nuanced performance. He received a BAFTA nomination for Best Actor in a Supporting Role.
Sheen also appeared in ITV’s “Dirty Filthy Love,” a comedy film about a man suffering from OCD and Tourette’s.
For his performance, he won a BAFTA nomination for Best Television Actor. Sheen also acted in “Laws of Attraction” and created and starred in the BAFTA-winning short film “The Banker.”
Sheen appeared in the National Theatre’s performance of “The UN Inspector,” an adaption of David Farr’s “The Government Inspector” in 2005. His performance was lauded for its originality and brilliance. Despite recognizing his technical brilliance, The Evening Standard expressed uncertainty about his Rik Mayall impersonation throughout the play.
Sheen also appeared in the Old Vic’s 24-Hour Play, where he was praised for his performance. In films, he appeared in “Dead Long Enough,” a Welsh/Irish co-production, and had a supporting role in Ridley Scott’s “Kingdom of Heaven.”
What show is Michael Sheen in?
Michael Sheen has starred in these shows:
- Good Omens
- Masters of Sex
- Prodigal Son
- Staged
- Quiz
- The Spoils of Babylon
- The Special Relationship
- Best Interests
- The Good Fight
- There’s Something About Movies
- 30 Rock
- The Spoils Before Dying
- Aberfan: The Green Hollow
- Vardy v Rooney: A Courtroom Drama
- The Way
- Wilde
- Join or Die with Craig Ferguson
- Jamie and Jimmy’s Friday Night Feast
- Maigret
- Made in Hollywood
- Michael Bolton’s Big, Sexy Valentine’s Day Special
- Kenneth Williams: Fantabulosa!
- The Grand
- Gallowglass
- Ancient Rome: The Rise and Fall of an Empire
- The Great Comic Relief Bake Off
- Sean’s Show
What is Michael Sheen’s real name?
Michael Sheen’s real name is Michael Christopher Sheen.