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Actor

Dan Ewing

Dan Ewing became a household name as ‘Heath Braxton’ on Home & Away, earning nominations for multiple AACTA and Logie Awards, including "Most Popular Male Actor" in 2014. Known for his versatility, Dan has led numerous feature films across drama, thriller, and comedy, with a standout presence in the action genre. 


His high-level stunt experience includes wire work, evasive driving, fight choreography, firearms, and martial arts combat training, showcasing his dedication to physical roles. Dan's global stardom surged with his role as the antagonist ‘Cap’ in Paramount’s critically acclaimed Love and Monsters, an Oscar-nominated film ranked #1 globally on Netflix during April and May 2021. 


He also reprised his leading role as ‘Simmons’ in the sci-fi blockbuster Occupation: Rainfall for Lionsgate, starring alongside Ken Jeong and Jason Isaacs. In 2024, Dan has already wrapped The Silent Service for Amazon Studios and the action-comedy Zombie Plane. Up next is the AACTA-nominated Godless: The Eastfield Exorcism, based on one of Australia’s most chilling true crime stories. With his commanding screen presence and growing list of credits, Dan Ewing is cementing his status as a leading figure in Australian and international cinema.

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