John Simm was born on 10th July 1970 in Leeds, West Yorkshire and grew up in Nelson, Lancashire. He attended Edge End High School, Nelson, Lancs followed by Blackpool Drama College at 16 and the Drama Centre, London at 18. He lives with his long term partner, actress, Kate Magowan and his son Ryan (born 13th August 2001). Simm won the best actor award at the Valencia Film Festival for his film debut in Boston Kickout (1996).
Was a former student of the Drama Centre, London. Son Ryan was born 13th August 2001. Sang the "acoustic" version of New Order's "Blue Monday" in 24 Hour Party People during the split screen scene. Lives with actress Kate Magowan and their son Ryan.