Jamie Dornan on Synchronic and His Recent Legoland Adventure

A few days ago, I landed an extended interview with Jamie Dornan for his fantastic work in Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead’s sci-fi drama Synchronic. If you haven’t seen the trailers, Synchronic stars two best friends and New Orleans paramedics (Anthony Mackie and Dornan) that start to encounter a number of bizarre crime scenes. As they dig into what’s going on, Mackie’s character discovers it has to do with a new designer drug called “Synchronic”, which causes the user to experience an intense psychedelic reaction. When Dornan’s oldest daughter suddenly disappears, Mackie’s character will stop at nothing to save her even if that means risking everything.
Trust me, what I just wrote about Synchronic is the tip of the iceberg and the less you know about the twists and turns the better. If you’re a fan of great, original science fiction I strongly recommend checking it out.
During my wide-ranging and extremely relaxed interview with Jamie Dornan, he talked about what was it like reading the Synchronic script for the first time, how the film uses the history of New Orleans to help tell the story in a cost-effective way, why he’s excited for people to see John Patrick Shanley’s Wild Mountain Thyme with Emily Blunt, how it’s an old school romance, why he loved being part of Kenneth Branagh’s upcoming movie, Belfast, why he’d love to guest star on Succession, if he can watch Zoolander and have fun with it after being a model, what he needs in his trailer, and more. In addition, we geek out about LEGO, his visit to Legoland, when was the last time he was really nervous on set, what he’s been binge-watching during the pandemic, and so much more. I promise, if you’re a fan of Jamie Dornan, you’re going to enjoy this interview.
Check out what he had to say below and, further down the page, is a list of exactly what we talked about. Finally, a huge thank you to Jamie Dornan for giving me so much time while sitting in his car!
Jamie Dornan:
What TV series would he like to guest star on?
What movie have you seen the most?
Has he watched a TV series all the way through more than once?
What has been binge watching during the pandemic?
What’s the last time he was really nervous before filming something and why?
What’s the most important thing he needs in his trailer?
What props or costumes has he taken home from set?
After being a model can he watch the movie Zoolander and have fun with it?
Did he have fun building the LEGO set that he posted on Instagram?
What it was like visiting Legoland in the United Kingdom.
How the pandemic has allowed famous people to be anonymous in public.
What was it like reading the Synchronic script for the first time?
How the film uses the history of New Orleans to help tell the story in a cost-effective way.
How much does he know about the story before reading the script?
How a script doesn’t necessarily reflect the final product.
What is Wild Mountain Thyme about?
What was it like playing a character that’s emotionally closed off?
What can he say about Kenneth Branagh’s Belfast?
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[@johnnyskinwalker4095]

Man he seems to be such a nice dude. He was so great in the show The Fall. He played a serial killer, everybody should watch this amazing series.

[@tednorton5150]

Yeah I was like PLEASE kill me. Pretty please 🤩

[@sifanajunperta1789]

i did

[@brianlord2]

Yeah man The Fall was great acting, it was a change to see who the serial killer was straight away and Gillian Anderson was an ace detective 👊 thoroughly recommend the series

[@johnnyskinwalker4095]

@@brianlord2 There are many cool shows like these that somehow slipped through the cracks cause it came before all the streaming rage. I keep pushing this show to people I know but it's like talking to a wall. lol

[@LP92LEO]

Amazing show!

[@denisecrawford5360]

It is so refreshing to see an interview where the actor seems to want to share with his audience and fans. So open/honest...thank you!

[@sherrybynum4709]

Kelly ripa

[@hawaiigeneral3045]

Yesss

[@mariannebazazian9519]

Fabulous interview!! The best so far! He's so genuine, honest, funny, and humble. It's hysterical that he gave the interview from his car. Gotta love this man! ❤

[@bettynguyen9138]

It's a nice car...lol

[@amylmoquin519]

One of the only actors I actually like better than a character he's played. I just like Jamie Dornan as Jamie Dornan. Paul Spector is a close second😉 I love how serious he got when asked about LEGO creations.

[@gladysbutler3312]

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[@itshanna8543]

literally loveliest man ever💙, really appreciate what he does he’s amazing to watch! and absolutely love his openness and confidence.

[@mamadalton7375]

This was a great interview. Jamie is amazing. Thanks for sharing, can't wait to see Synchronic.

[@dianneluck3429]

Truly one down to earth human being who took a gamble doing 50 shades, and look where it’s take him….One amazing actor who is able to conquer any role thrown at him.

[@JamieDornanSpain]

This is one of the best interviews! Love it! Thanks so much! Jamie is great ❤️

[@tobysmom1128]

Great interview with a great actor! Jamie is so well-rounded in his acting and is a joy to watch.

[@sandararaMFC]

Great interview, I could listen to Jamie talk all day ☺️👍🏻

[@lynnk-j9948]

Great interview. JD working with wonderful actors and directors and thoroughly enjoying it.

[@guettydioneurenacabrera5716]

Such an Amazing, Awesome and Great Actor.. very talented and humble.. Wish you all the best wishes for him!!!

[@jessicabrown3184]

That's because he doesn't like walking!! Best story ive ever heard is his story in graham norton

[@amylmoquin519]

Funniest story ever. Flawless delivery too😂

[@katefoll]

I have watched that segment of him telling that story on Graham Norton at least 20 plus times. He’s is so funny telling that story!! 😂🚶🏻🚶🏻🚶🏻

[@michelepetrillo6107]

TY for doing this interview. He is such an amazing person in every way. Synchronic was a great movie! Love Mr. JD! 💞💞

[@helencrothers1877]

Wild Mountain Thyme is a lovely story with fantastic actor’s well worth watching

[@joanl5600]

Ohhhhhh that accent!! The most gorgeous man in the world! Seriously! Have you seen his Calvin Klein ad photos?! OH MY GOODNESS. 50 Shades....The Fall! I’m in LOVE !

[@angies7202]

Great Interview 👏👏👏👏 I love it so much 😍 thank you so much 😊

[@staceyshackelford9954]

Great interview! I can't wait to see this movie.

[@darlene2861]

Awesome interview. So nice to listen to Jamie share his thoughts and experiences. Thank you.

[@faithmcintyre7378]

I understanding

[@pjaine454]

I love Jamie. He is such a sweet genuine guy ☺️

[@elizabethsmartt1539]

So so lovely he is down to earth

[@0Acacia22]

Awesome interview.

[@mayas3096]

I love how he seemed to be extremely happy in this video 🥺💕 I wonder why

[@patriciastillwell9740]

Loved the movie, love seeing and listening to you. Keep it coming.

[@anamariaminisale]

Es muy simpático pero traduzcan al castellano soy de Argentina.tambien excelente actor .estoy viendo la serie De Fall muy buena serie.lo felicito tiene que triunfar mucho más.se lo.merece.

[@natymerchan9927]

Ana Maria, soy de España, no entiendo nada, pero que lo paso fenomenal, me encanta verle reír. Feliz 2021 😂😂

[@anamariaminisale]

@@natymerchan9927 gracias por contestar estaba viendo una película donde trabaja Jamie Dornam se llama volando a casa es muy bella y linda y el espectacular espero que la puedas ver

[@natymerchan9927]

Ana Maria, ha sido un placer. No sabia de esa pelicula, ¿¿donde has podido verla?? Feliz 2021 para ti y los tuyos

[@lydiaannecarlson6554]

That movie sounds really interesting I’m looking forward to seeing . Emily and Jamie two great actors

[@Ladypurr]

I love Jamie Dornan! He's so down to earth and funny and I'd love to see him star in romantic comedies. I really thought he was outstanding in The Fall and A Private War. His wife, Amelia Warner, is quite a talent also-- singer/composer and actress. They're a lovely couple and they have three beautiful girls. He seems like such a nice guy. I wish him much success and happiness!

[@carollaw4186]

Love it love Jamie so much

[@sylviaspears5009]

when can i see this,in the UK, will it be on Netflix or sky,I really want to see it

[@lindabrightman9098]

Love him.he seem nice not a snob

[@Jannbright24]

He loves to talk😊

[@pattygrobmeier8856]

What a hunk of a man 👨🏼!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️💋💋💋

[@joycesheldon3389]

The drink you mentioned is Red bull n nice with Vodka X 👍

[@Ace4975_]

😍

[@novamaesilva-gf4tx]

His so cute

[@elsamartinez1524]

Por favor traducir en español😞😞

[@sisiasian8781]

Biltong is the best, and healthy. I'm from South Africa

[@NolimtJay144]

Exactly, you know when i heard him saying biltong I was like c'mmon then let me take you to S.A for more, for the real makoya.

[@LeMans386]

💖💖💖👍👍👍👍😊😊🥰

[@rosepereira8020]

😍😍

[@maryh6016]

Love this guy, I cannot wait for his movies, Belfast sounds great

[@priscillamartins4727]

Jamie dornan love the color of his hair in this interview.

[@pisamaimoonsran6783]

Hi Jamie

[@chicadulce08]

I'm the Voodoo priestess in the background

[@laracroft4938]

Ha fatto l' intervista nelle POMPE FUNEBRI !!! PARAMENTI NERI ALLA PARETE X NON FAR VEDERE DOVE FOSSE!??

[@liamelis1641]

Lara è con Dakota Jamie ❓

[@laracroft4938]

@@liamelis1641 Jamie con Dakota insieme ??????????

[@sueshivers5120]

@@laracroft4938 I think so.

[@elbayosi3640]

@@sueshivers5120 Juntos????? 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣

[@lynnk-j9948]

@@elbayosi3640 No.

[@Ace4975_]

5:37 6:38 7:34 9:49 21:41 28:37

[@natymerchan9927]

Me encanta la sonrisa que tiene. Es guapisimo, risueño, agradable y, se nota que es feliz. Me alegro mucho. Amelia tiene mucha suerte. Feliz 2021 Jamie

[@sylviequintle7321]

Enfin moi j'ai du mal a comprendre Jamie IL PARLE DANS SA BARBRE bon je reprends

[@2010cjiang]

Maybe stop poking his ear.

[@pamelakenyon5052]

He has a lot of nervous tics. He can’t sit still.