Ethan Lawrence

Ethan David Lawrence was born on September 28, 1992, in Essex, England, UK. He commenced his acting career in 2012, gaining initial recognition for his role as Joe Poulter in the BBC series “Bad Education.” This role extended through three series and a subsequent film adaptation in 2015, “The Bad Education Movie.” Lawrence further expanded his filmography with appearances in television shows such as “Trying Again” (2014) and later in “Doc Martin” (2017) and “How to Talk to Girls at Parties” (2017).

A significant turning point in Lawrence’s career came with his recurring role as James in Ricky Gervais’s Netflix black comedy series “After Life,” which ran from 2019 to 2022. This role involved a character that evolved from a teenager playing the recorder with his nose to a regular member of the cast. Since 2021, Lawrence has also been a part of the ensemble cast for the CBBC children’s comedy sketch show “Horrible Histories,” portraying various characters across multiple episodes. His work demonstrates a consistent engagement in both comedic and dramatic television productions.

In recent years, Lawrence has continued to take on diverse roles, including PC Ben Tooh in the TV mini-series “Boat Story” (2023) and Woody in the film “Magic Mike’s Last Dance” (2023). He is also involved in upcoming projects such as “The Liar” and “Ol’ Silus” (both in post-production), and is the host of the podcast series “Shut Up and Answer the Question” (2025). Despite periods of career uncertainty, which included working as a pizza delivery driver, Lawrence has maintained a steady presence in the acting industry, showcasing a range of performances across different platforms.