John Simm

Success, however you judge what that even means, brings with it certain pressures.

I used to be mouthy. It was all to do with being a northerner and from Manchester, which was suddenly a big deal when I was in my 20s. When I read some of the interviews I did back then, I cringe.

Critics should be to actors what ornithologists are to birds: they can write all they want, but it shouldn't affect them.

It is good to be in front of the lens to appreciate more being behind the lens.

When I was 16, I used to hang out at the Nambucca pub in North London and see The Libertines play live.

I am convinced that the reason so many fans leave Dodger Stadium after the seventh inning is that they become bored.