Liam Thomas

Biography

Liam Thomas has one of the most unconventional backgrounds in contemporary British cinema. He grew up in a northern fishing village and spent his teenage years working at sea before joining the Metropolitan Police. For nearly two decades, he served as an undercover detective, a high-stakes life that eventually became the subject of a Vice Media documentary in 2018. Since transitioning to the arts, Thomas has specialized in roles and scripts that explore identity, masculinity, and the "invisible" working-class experience. He is a frequent collaborator with director Francis Lee, appearing in both God’s Own Country and Ammonite. In early 2026, he is receiving particular acclaim for his involvement in the film Steve, where his background in understanding "troubled" systems has made him a vital part of the creative ensemble.

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