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Sam Locke
Locke at the 28 Years Later premiere in London, June 2025
Born (2001-12-03) December 3, 2001 (age 23)
Merthyr Tydfil, Wales
OccupationActor
Years active2022–present
Known for28 Years Later
Notable workThe Way, Itopia, 28 Years Later

Sam Locke (born 2001) is a Welsh actor, best known for his feature film debut in Danny Boyle's 2025 horror sequel 28 Years Later. A graduate of De Montfort University, he previously appeared in the BBC drama The Way and the sci-fi series Itopia. His performance in 28 Years Later has been highlighted by several entertainment outlets as a breakthrough role.

Early life and education

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Locke was born in Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales. He studied performing arts at Merthyr College and later at De Montfort University in Leicester, graduating in 2023.[1][2] He began acting in short films and student productions before being cast in professional television roles.[3]

Career

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Locke's early television work includes the BBC One drama The Way, directed by Michael Sheen, and the series Itopia. He was also featured in the Welsh short film State of Love and Trust.[4] In 2024, he recorded a self-tape audition assisted by his grandmother for a role in Danny Boyle's sequel 28 Years Later, which led to his casting in the film.[5][6][7]


In an interview with SFX Magazine, Locke described his experience on the film as physically demanding, involving weeks of stunt training and high-intensity action scenes. He praised Boyle's direction and the collaborative atmosphere on set. His character in the film, while unnamed at the time of publication, is part of a new group of survivors introduced in the storyline.[8]

Locke appeared at the Leicester Square premiere of 28 Years Later, marking a breakthrough moment in his career.[9]

Filmography

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Film

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  • 28 Years Later (2025)

Television

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  • The Way (2024)
  • Itopia (2023)

References

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  1. ^ "DMU student Sam Locke lands TV role in Michael Sheen drama". De Montfort University. 21 June 2023. Retrieved 22 June 2025.
  2. ^ "DMU student Sam Locke lands major TV role in new Michael Sheen drama". Leicester Mercury. 21 June 2023. Retrieved 22 June 2025.
  3. ^ Aitken, Catriona. "Meet the Welsh actor who landed role in Danny Boyle horror film". BBC News. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
  4. ^ "Welsh actor Sam Locke starring in major studio productions". South Wales Argus. 19 June 2025. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
  5. ^ Kermode, Jennie. "Dreaming big – Sam Locke on his passion for acting, representing Wales and 28 Years Later". Eye For Film. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
  6. ^ "28 Years Later premiere in London". BBC News. 18 June 2025. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
  7. ^ "Merthyr actor Sam Locke lands role in Danny Boyle's 28 Years Later". South Wales Argus. 21 June 2025. Retrieved 21 June 2025.
  8. ^ Shepherd, Jack (July 2025). "28 Years Later's Sam Locke talks about Danny Boyle's secretive sequel". SFX Magazine. No. 393. p. 12.
  9. ^ "Londoner's Diary: Premieres, politics and stolen pets". Evening Standard. 19 June 2025. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
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Category:2000 births Category:Living people Category:Welsh male film actors Category:Welsh male television actors Category:21st-century Welsh male actors