David Cann

David Cann

69 · Born: Nov 12, 1956

Personal Details

BornNov 12, 1956 Westminster, London, England, UK
Spouse
  • Angela Wainwright (1953 - 2000)

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 8, 2025 )
  • Lucinda Gane

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 8, 2025 )

Biography

David Cann is a renowned filmmaker, whose impressive body of work has captivated audiences worldwide. His most notable credits include the critically acclaimed 1984 (1984),a thought-provoking and visually stunning adaptation of George Orwell's classic novel.

Additionally, Cann has made a significant impact in the world of independent cinema with his 2011 release, Attack the Block, a thrilling and original sci-fi horror film that has garnered widespread critical acclaim.

Furthermore, his 2012 epic musical drama, Les Misérables, a cinematic adaptation of the iconic stage production, has cemented his status as a master of his craft.

Career

2020
Rebecca
Rebecca as Lord Crowan
Greed
Greed as Fat Cat
2018
2017
Crooked House
Crooked House as Coroner
2014
The Karman Line
The Karman Line as Dr. Behringer
2013
It's Kevin
It's Kevin as Various
2012
Les Misérables
Les Misérables as Magistrate
2011
Albatross
Albatross as Grumpy Man
Attack the Block
Attack the Block as Detective Superintendant
The Iron Lady
The Iron Lady as TV Interviewer
Psychoville
Psychoville as Dr. Flint
2010
The Eagleman Stag
The Eagleman Stag as Peter Eagleman
2007
Run Fatboy Run
Run Fatboy Run as Marathon Official
2006
The Truth
The Truth as Male Walker
2005
Chromophobia
Chromophobia as Policeman
2001
Dog Eat Dog
Dog Eat Dog as Police chief
High Stakes
High Stakes as Pearce
2000
Jam
Jam as Various
1999
1997
Brass Eye
Brass Eye as Vicar
1990
Grange Hill
Grange Hill as Mr. Bentley
1986
Knights & Emeralds
Knights & Emeralds as Albert Brimble
1984
1984
1984 as Martin
1981
Wet Job
Wet Job as Cawthorne
1979
The Tomorrow People
The Tomorrow People as Chaircreature