James Nelson-Joyce 'it just feels right' in new Liverpool role
The This City Is Ours actor is proud to announce his new venture
www.liverpoolecho.co.ukHere’s what I found recently about James Nelson-Joyce.
Latest headlines
- James Nelson-Joyce is drawing attention for his BAFTA nomination in the Best Lead Actor category for This City Is Ours, with outlets noting the significance for Liverpool’s cultural scene and his surprise at the nomination. This news was published in May 2026, ahead of the BAFTA ceremony in London.[2]
- He’s been active in Liverpool, including filming for a second season of This City Is Ours, with reports noting locations around Merseyside and his on-set appearances.[1]
Context on the sources
- The Liverpool Echo has covered Nelson-Joyce’s awards nomination and his ongoing work in Liverpool-based productions, highlighting both his role in This City Is Ours and his reaction to the BAFTA nomination.[2]
- Additional articles from the same outlet earlier in 2026 discuss his involvement in a new role and his collaboration with brands/locations in Liverpool as part of This City Is Ours’ production cycle.[4][1]
Notes
- If you’d like, I can pull more details on the BAFTA nomination (category specifics, ceremony date, other nominees), or summarize what is known about his character Michael Kavanagh and the show’s second season production status. I can also set up a quick news roundup with the latest updates from other sources.
Would you like me to compile a table of the latest articles with headlines, dates, and key points, or focus on a deeper dive into the BAFTA nomination coverage?
Citations:
- Latest BAFTA nomination coverage and context: Liverpool Echo, May 2026.[2]
- Ongoing Liverpool filming and role updates: Liverpool Echo, January 2026.[1]
- Additional contemporary notes on his new role and Liverpool connections: Liverpool Echo, October 2025 and related listings.[4]