Alex Jennings
Alexander "Alex" Jennings, born on May 10, 1957, is a distinguished English actor renowned for his extensive contributions to both the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre. Over the course of his remarkable career, he has been honored with three Olivier Awards, recognizing his exceptional talent in theatre. Jennings garnered these prestigious accolades for his performances in "Too Clever by Half" (1988), "Peer Gynt" (1996), and the acclaimed musical "My Fair Lady" (2003). Notably, he stands out as the sole actor to have received Olivier Awards across the drama, musical, and comedy categories.
In addition to his theatrical accomplishments, Jennings has made a significant impact in film and television. He portrayed Prince Charles in the acclaimed 2006 film "The Queen," showcasing his versatility on screen. His film portfolio also includes notable works such as "The Wings of the Dove" (1997), "Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason" (2004), "Babel" (2006), and "The Lady in the Van" (2015). Furthermore, he captivated audiences with his portrayal of Edward VIII, the Duke of Windsor, in the critically acclaimed Netflix series "The Crown." Jennings' impressive body of work continues to reflect his extraordinary skill and dedication to the performing arts.
Filmography
Your Christmas or Mine?
The Disappeared
War Requiem
The 39 Steps (2008)
Five Children and It
Munich – The Edge of War
Castles in the Sky
The Hunley
Denial (2016)
The Forgiven (2022)
Churchill's Secret
The Last Days of Lehman Brothers
Blitz (2024)
Your Christmas or Mine 2
Operation Mincemeat
The Four Feathers (2002)
A Midsummer Night's Dream (1996)
Belle
Trap for Cinderella
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
The Lady in the Van
We'll Take Manhattan
The Lady Vanishes (2013)
The Wings of the Dove
The Queen (2006)
Dirty Business
A Very English Scandal
The Undeclared War
This Is Going to Hurt
Silk
A Very Royal Scandal
Gold Digger
Mr Bates vs The Post Office
Whitechapel
See Plum Run
Suspect: The Shooting of Jean Charles De Menezes