David James (actor, born 1967) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids David James
James in October 2019
Born	1967 (age 57–58)
Occupation	Actor
Years active	1991–present
Known for	Play School (1993–2000) The Hollowmen (2008)

David James (born 1967) is an Australian actor. He has appeared in many TV shows and movies. He is based in Melbourne, Australia.

David James' Acting Career

David James is well known for being a presenter on the children's TV show Play School. He started on the show in 1993 and worked there until 2000. Many kids grew up watching him on this popular program.

Roles in TV Shows and Films

Besides Play School, David has acted in many other TV series. In 2008, he had a main role in a TV show called The Hollowmen. In this show, he played Phillip, who worked for the Australian Prime Minister's office.

David has also appeared in TV commercials. He even performed in live Play School Concerts with his co-presenter, Benita Collings. He has also acted in live theatre shows. In 2009, he starred in the Australian version of the musical Avenue Q.

In 2012, David had an important role in the Australian comedy film Any Questions for Ben?. He played a character named Malcolm, who was the main character's boss.

Awards and Recognition

David James and the cast of The Hollowmen won an award called a Logie. They won the "Most Outstanding Comedy Program" award at the 2009 Logie Awards. This award celebrates the best TV shows in Australia.

David James' Filmography

David James has been in many TV shows and movies. Here are some of his notable appearances.

Television Roles

David has appeared in various TV series over the years. These include:

• Plausible Deniability (2023)
• Why are you like this? (2021)
• Discover Indie Film (2020)
• True Story with Hamish & Andy (2017-2018)
• Jack Irish (2018)
• Olivia Newton-John: Hopelessly Devoted to You (2018)
• Offspring (TV series) (2016)
• Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries (2015)
• Howzat! Kerry Packer's War (2012)
• City Homicide (2009)
• Chandon Pictures (2009)
• The Hollowmen (2008)
• Very Small Business (2008)
• All Saints (TV series) (2001-2008)
• The Postcard Bandit (2003)
• BackBerner (2002)
• Water Rats (1998)
• G.P (1994)
• Police Rescue (1992)
• The Flying Doctors (1991)

Movie Roles

David James has also acted in several films, including:

• The Whistleblower (2019)
• Your Call is Important to Us (2018, short film)
• Bridge of Names (2012)
• Any Questions for Ben? (2012)
• Fish and Chips (2012, short film)
• My Greatest Day Ever (2007, short film)
• The Rage in Placid Lake (2003)
• Prick (1997, short film)
• Justine In the Heat of Passion (1996)
• Justine ... of Innocence (1996)
• Justine Wild Nights (1995)