Meet Matthew Gurney, Star of BBC’s Deaf Drama Reunion!

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Stepping into the director’s chair for a fresh BBC drama isn’t a task for the faint-hearted, and it’s Matthew Gurney, an exceptional deaf actor, who has boldly taken on the challenge as the lead in Reunion. In his own words, Daniel Brennan, the character he plays after being released from prison, is a role that stands “entirely apart” from anything he’s tackled before.

In an interview with the BBC prior to the series release, Gurney commented on his character Brennan: “Unlike typical deaf experiences as shown in past movies, Brennan’s journey is remarkably unique. Previously, deaf and disabled characters have often been portrayed in quite predictable manners.

This person is not like others, as he’s disliked by members of the deaf community. My curiosity led me to learn more about him, and my desire to make a difference prompted me to become involved.

The storyline centers around Daniel, who, upon his release from prison, embarks on a journey to set things right and uncover the truth. However, due to his shunning by the deaf community, he finds himself isolated and without companionship.

The performance is a bilingual event, utilizing both British Sign Language (BSL) and spoken English. It features a variety of sign languages, including BSL and Sign Supported English (SSE), as confirmed by Gurney himself.

But who is the actor and where may you have seen him previously? Read on to find out more.

Who is Matthew Gurney? Meet the star of BBC’s Reunion

Matthew Gurney is a deaf actor and writer, who has worked for several years in the industry.

Hailing from the esteemed city of Oxford, I’ve had the privilege of gracing both on-screen and off-stage performances. Not only have I been a part of multiple productions, but I’ve also donned the director’s hat for various stage productions where I’ve had the opportunity to perform as well.

He received the Best Actor accolade at Deaffest 2017, thanks to his performance in Small World (Deaf Sitcom), as well as for his creation and portrayal in Extraordinary Silent Wall.

As a devoted cinemaphile, I’m proud to contribute British Sign Language (BSL) consulting and workshop facilitation services for various productions by the esteemed company, Ad Infinitum, as outlined on their official website.

How old is Matthew Gurney?

Born in 1975, Gurney is 50 years old.

What movies and series has Matthew Gurney been in?

In terms of TV, Gurney has starred in Deaf Morning Club, Switch and Small World.

On the film front, Gurney has appeared in shorts like The Doll, Coming Home and Deaf Beat.

Is Matthew Gurney on Instagram?

Gurney doesn’t have an Instagram.

Is Matthew Gurney on X?

Gurney doesn’t have an X account.

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2025-04-07 12:35