John McCrea is a British actor and singer known for his versatile acting skills and soulful voice. He has appeared in several movies and TV shows, showcasing his talent as an actor and singer. In this article, we will take a look at some of his notable movies and TV shows.
God Help the Girl
God Help the Girl is a musical drama film directed by Stuart Murdoch. It stars Emily Browning, Olly Alexander, and Hannah Murray in the lead roles. John McCrea plays the character of James in the movie, who is a lead vocalist of a band. The movie received positive reviews from critics and was praised for its music and performances.
The Bisexual
The Bisexual is a comedy-drama TV series created by Desiree Akhavan. It follows the story of a New York-based British woman, Leila, who recently broke up with her long-term girlfriend and starts exploring her sexuality. John McCrea plays the character of Gabe in the show, who is Leila's colleague and friend. The show received positive reviews from critics and was praised for its humor and performances.
Rocketman
Rocketman is a biographical musical film based on the life of musician Elton John. It stars Taron Egerton in the lead role, portraying Elton John's life and struggles. John McCrea plays the character of Ray Williams in the movie, who is a record executive. The movie received critical acclaim and was praised for its music, performances, and direction.
Everybody's Talking About Jamie
Everybody's Talking About Jamie is a musical drama film based on a true story. It follows the story of a 16-year-old boy, Jamie, who wants to become a drag queen. John McCrea plays the character of Hugo/Loco Chanelle in the movie, who is a drag queen and Jamie's mentor. The movie received positive reviews from critics and was praised for its music and performances.
Dracula
Dracula is a horror drama TV series created by Mark Gatiss and Steven Moffat. It is based on the novel Dracula by Bram Stoker. John McCrea plays the character of PC 1268 in the show, who is a police officer. The show received mixed reviews from critics and was praised for its cinematography and performances.
National Theatre Live: Angels in America Part Two ??? Perestroika
Angels in America is a two-part play by Tony Kushner. It is a complex and multi-layered play that deals with various themes such as AIDS, homosexuality, politics, and religion. John McCrea plays the character of Prior Walter in the play, who is a gay man suffering from AIDS. The play received critical acclaim and was praised for its writing and performances.
National Theatre Live: Angels in America Part One ??? Millennium Approaches
National Theatre Live: Angels in America Part One ??? Millennium Approaches is the first part of the Angels in America play by Tony Kushner. John McCrea plays the same character of Prior Walter in this part as well. The play received critical acclaim and was praised for its writing and performances.
The Sound of Music
The Sound of Music is a musical based on the memoir of Maria von Trapp, The Story of the Trapp Family Singers. John McCrea played the character of Rolf Gruber in the musical, who is a telegram delivery boy and Liesl's love interest. The musical received positive reviews from critics and was praised for its music and performances.
Amadeus
Amadeus is a play by Peter Shaffer, based on the life of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. John McCrea played the character of Mozart in the play, showcasing his singing and acting skills. The play received critical acclaim and was praised for its writing and performances.
Metropolis
Metropolis is a musical based on the 1927 German expressionist film of the same name. John McCrea played the character of Freder in the musical, who is the son of the city's ruler. The musical received mixed reviews from critics and was praised for its music and performances.
Everybody's Talking About Jamie: The Documentary
Everybody's Talking About Jamie: The Documentary is a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the musical Everybody's Talking About Jamie. It features interviews with the cast and crew, including John McCrea, who talks about his experience of playing the character of Hugo/Loco Chanelle. The documentary received positive reviews from critics and was praised for its insight into the making of the musical.
Skins
Skins is a British teen drama TV series that follows the lives of a group of teenagers in Bristol. John McCrea appeared in the show's seventh season, playing the character of Luca, who is a drug dealer. The show received mixed reviews from critics and was praised for its portrayal of teenage life.
Rock of Ages
Rock of Ages is a jukebox musical based on the rock songs of the 1980s. John McCrea played the character of Drew in the musical, who is a barback and aspiring rock star. The musical received mixed reviews from critics and was praised for its music and performances.
My Night with Reg
My Night with Reg is a play by Kevin Elyot that revolves around the lives of a group of gay men in London during the AIDS crisis. John McCrea played the character of Eric in the play, who is a young gay man. The play received critical acclaim and was praised for its writing and performances.
Departure
Departure is a Canadian TV series that follows the investigation of a missing plane and its passengers. John McCrea appeared in the show's second season, playing the character of Theo, who is a hacker. The show received mixed reviews from critics and was praised for its suspense and performances.
Midsummer
Midsummer is a play by David Greig and Gordon McIntyre that revolves around the lives of two people who meet in Edinburgh during the Midsummer festival. John McCrea played the character of Bob in the play, showcasing his singing and acting skills. The play received positive reviews from critics and was praised for its writing and performances.
The Boys in the Band
The Boys in the Band is a drama film based on the play of the same name by Mart Crowley. It follows the story of a group of gay men who gather for a birthday party. John McCrea plays the character of Harold in the movie, who is an interior decorator. The movie received positive reviews from critics and was praised for its performances.
The Changeling
The Changeling is a play by Thomas Middleton and William Rowley that revolves around the lives of a noblewoman and a servant. John McCrea played the character of Alsemero in the play, showcasing his acting skills. The play received positive reviews from critics and was praised for its direction and performances.
After Miss Julie
After Miss Julie is a play by Patrick Marber that is based on the play Miss Julie by August Strindberg. John McCrea played the character of John in the play, who is a chauffeur. The play received mixed reviews from critics and was praised for its performances.
Company
Company is a musical by Stephen Sondheim that revolves around the life of a single man and his relationships with his married friends. John McCrea played the character of PJ in the musical, showcasing his singing and acting skills. The musical received positive reviews from critics and was praised for its music and performances.
La Cage aux Folles
La Cage aux Folles is a musical based on the French play of the same name by Jean Poiret. It follows the story of a gay couple who own a drag nightclub. John McCrea played the character of Albin in the musical, showcasing his singing and acting skills. The musical received positive reviews from critics and was praised for its music and performances.
West Side Story
West Side Story is a musical based on the book by Arthur Laurents, with music by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. John McCrea played the character of Tony in the musical, showcasing his singing and acting skills. The musical received positive reviews from critics and was praised for its music and performances.
Carousel
Carousel is a musical based on the play Liliom by Ferenc Molnar. It follows the story of a carousel barker and his relationship with a millworker. John McCrea played the character of Jigger Craigin in the musical, showcasing his singing and acting skills. The musical received positive reviews from critics and was praised for its music and performances.
