PREVIEW: Get Your Armour On & Keep The Faith - With BAFTA & Olivier-Nominated Actor Daniel Mays!
Apr 16, 2026*Act On This members get access to the FULL 2 HOUR recording of this feature, in BOTH video and audio-only formats. CLICK HERE to grab your PREMIUM membership NOW!
Daniel Mays is one of the UK’s most versatile and in-demand actors, currently on set in Germany filming the brand new Apple TV+ series Berlin Noir.
His powerhouse career spans BBC’s bold new adaptation of Lord Of The Flies, Disney+ smash-hit A Thousand Blows, Netflix exclusive The Thursday Murder Club, and the iconic Line Of Duty - where his unforgettable performance earned him a BAFTA nomination.
In this 2 HOUR, member-only mastermind, we unpack how Daniel's built and maintained a three-decade career at the top of British TV and film, explore the real demands of high-end drama, break down Daniel’s audition mindset and preparation process - and members of Act On This jump on camera for some 1-2-1 coaching too!
During the broadcast, we discuss:
- The mindset shift required to stay hungry after 30 years at the top of British TV.
- Why complacency kills careers - and why you can NEVER rest on your laurels.
- Daniel’s first big break on 'EastEnders' and the casting lessons that shaped his career.
- Why long-term relationships with casting directors are your most valuable career currency.
- Why playing it safe is costing you roles - and how to start being braver.
- What Daniel’s biggest TV and film credits taught him about longevity and reinvention.
- Why there is absolutely no substitute for doing the work - consistently.
- The personal sacrifices Daniel has made to sustain a high-level career.
- Landing the role of DCI Chris Hudson in Netflix hit 'The Thursday Murder Club' - entirely from a self-tape.
- What it’s really like working opposite Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan and more.
- How to overcome imposter syndrome quickly.
- How to make a career-defining impact on set - even as a day player.
- How Daniel landed the iconic role of Dobby in the new 'Harry Potter' audiobooks.
- Why voice work is one of the smartest moves actors can make right now.
- How theatre has strengthened - not stalled - Daniel’s TV and film trajectory.
- Using social media strategically to get seen by the right people.
- Daniel’s new line-learning hack.
- Why life experience can be just as powerful as formal drama training.
- The ONE thing Daniel wants EVERY actor to know.
- And MUCH MUCH more!
Ready to learn from one of the BEST actors in the UK?
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