Sam Locke (actor)

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Sam Locke
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Locke in 2025
BornApril 12, 2001 (age 24)
Merthyr Tydfil, Wales
OccupationActor
Years active2022–present
Known for28 Years Later
Notable workThe Way, Itopia, 28 Years Later

Sam Locke (born April 12, 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.

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Early life and education

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

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 spoke to WalesOnline in June 2025 about his casting in 28 Years Later, noting the physically demanding nature of the shoot and his long-standing interest in acting, which began during his school years in Merthyr Tydfil. [9]

Following the release of 28 Years Later, Locke appeared in the sequel 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, which was released in January 2026. [10]


Filmography

Film

Television

References

  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. Retrieved 23 June 2025.
  9. ↑ "Welsh star of 28 Years Later Sam Locke says 'dream come true' filming horror movie". WalesOnline. 21 June 2025. Retrieved 22 June 2025.
  10. ↑ "28 Years Later's Sam Locke involved in new sequel The Bone Temple". Daily Mirror. 2025. Retrieved 12 January 2026.
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