Tony nominee Jodie Comer on "Prima Facie"

Jodie Comer, who won an Emmy for her role of a Russian assassin on TV's "Killing Eve," is now an Olivier Award-winner and Tony-nominee for her performance in the one-woman play "Prima Facie," as a London barrister confronting injustice in the legal system with regards to victims of sexual assault. CBS News' Erin Moriarty talks with Comer, and with playwright Suzie Miller, about the dynamics of the play, the responses from audiences, and how a "scrappy" young woman from Liverpool with no formal training found success on stage.
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[@zlamelie]

She was phenomenal in Killing Eve, if she chooses her work smart, she can possibly be one of the best actresses of our generation

[@anthonyriley7517]

She already is!

[@milan4ever]

She already is

[@paulaharrisonfitzpatrick4021]

She already is!! She's phenomenal!! The best of the best yeah!! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@briellameggy7039]

Everything that Jodie Comer has been in is fabulous. She is way out in front of any other Actress of her generation. Mind blowing Actress.❤

[@mariachester950]

Absolutely 💯 ❤

[@tmackie1694]

The vast majority of British stage and screen talent we adore are all “classically trained”. The fact that Comer came up “American style” (no classical training) makes her talent and rise all the more extraordinary. She is a rare and precious natural-born talent. Love her.

[@jhxcczs]

Not only that, in the UK people are obsessed with white middle class actors, she’s working class from Liverpool and not trained, she’s just amazing 💕💕💕

[@sandrasandra-gu2tw]

One year later and I'm still wondering how she memorized the whole play. Amazing. One of the best actress in our generation.

[@ivydizon627]

She’s very good in every work given to her. So much talent and dedication on her craft!

[@aqualuvor95]

I’ve absolutely never used this phrase un-ironically…but Jodie Comer is a tour de force. Her variety of performance just in this show was incredible. It’s such a powerful show and the fact that she’s able to command attention all on her own for 1.5 hours is so impressive, especially for someone who isn’t “classically” trained in theatre.

[@HotDamnSam]

I was lucky enough to see her perform in London and I’ll be seeing her in NYC soon. Magnificent actress!

[@andrea.mojarro]

Saw this in London, blown away by it. Must see

[@dylansmith1833]

I got to see Comer back in April, and it was by far the best performance I have ever seen on ANY STAGE! This play is not to be missed! If you are in NYC, you need to see this performance because once it's gone, it's gone!

[@anastasiabeaverhausen8220]

Actually, her performance has been taped in 2022 for National Theater Live.

[@dylansmith1833]

@@anastasiabeaverhausen8220 I know it was taped. Thanks to the National Theatre, but seeing it live, is a completely different experience

[@yf2734]

Will see her toward the end of the Broadway run. Can’t wait!

[@laurakennedy5472]

An incredible play and performance by Jodie Comer. She is the most talented actor I have ever seen and so gracious and kind to her rather obsessed fans😊

[@theKocka]

Master of her craft! And what a play! I've never seen such an impact!

[@ssilva872]

Queen just won her Tony. Next will be an Oscar.

[@fumbled44]

I saw her in London and was absolutely amazed, the whole play I couldn't take my eyes off of her, taking in every word she said. Cried like a baby afterwards. She awakened very intense feelings in every person who's ever gone through any kind of sexual harassement and there was I dont know... something cathartic about it, just as it was devastating. The beautful sense of community and understanding when you'd look at all those women in the audience crying with you because yes, we've all had these kind of experiences at least once in our lives. I really hope she wins the Tony and I cannot wait to see more of her, be it on stage or screen. :)

[@joycedickinson9870]

Brilliant and authentic actor! Do not miss seeing her! ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@janetf23]

I feel that Jodie Comer, Margot Robbie, and Anna Kendrick are at the vanguard of 'scrappy' performing excellence of their generation.✨

[@anastasiabeaverhausen8220]

She is a phenom. I believe she can play anything. Future Dame of the british empire.

[@Terri-kv3pg]

Jodie Comer is amazing!! I loved Killing Eve! It would be a miracle to see her live in Prima Facie ❤ would love to see her live. I hope she wins the Tony next week! She incredible and a stunning actress.

[@karlapants]

I’ve probably seen most of Jodie’s work as an actress and if you consider yourself a fan of hers Prima Facie is a must!!! She is amazing in on everything she does and this is no different. I was lucky enough to see her live and it was one of the best nights of my life!

[@bowyangdizon]

"she's Russian" 😂😭 that's how good she is 💘

[@catherinehiggins9600]

“Liverpool! A blue-collar town north of London”. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@ventolininhaler1583]

Saw this breathtaking performance in London - unforgettable experience. Jodie is a raw talent, and so hard-working...and so incredibly charming

[@mariachester950]

That city has once again produced a brilliant talent.. ❤

[@arimg4495]

She's so brilliant and adorable... If she ever performs in London again, I will for sure fly over there to see the play.

[@milan4ever]

I wish it was 1h long, I just love listening to Jodie talk about Tessa and Prima Facie. A must see.

[@StaceyStaser]

She’s spectacular, I could rave about her all day. If you haven’t seen this I can’t recommend enough.

[@HeatherValentineMsFoodie]

WOW 8 TIMES A WEEK!!!!!! That is insane for something so emotional 🥰 BRAVA SISTER❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@steveconn]

So great in Killing Eve and Free Guy. Major talent!

[@melaniamonicacraciun9900]

Long live freedom of expression and gifted performers so skilled to find it all over again, we never have enough of freedom either expressions

[@sofiaelena5156]

One of the greatest of her time Jodie, mesmerizing to watch, will see the play again next week

[@mariachester950]

That city does it again gives us brilliant talent..❤❤

[@zoehazel2854]

Loved her since my mad fat diary. Dr foster, free guy, killing eve.. shes amazing in them all

[@yhaniemanago7003]

The white princess as well..

[@lexis4490]

Prima Facie changed me. Dam, I was so happy I got to see it in theaters.

[@scarlettmoore4471]

taylor swift being a jodie comer fan she’s soooo real

[@cavills_bae]

Honestly, I became a fan of hers since the White Princess! This is one of my favorite tv shows and she was amazing in it!

[@phineasnigellus7394]

Me too…. I think after the last scene were she said “step back” fell madly in love with her.

[@cavills_bae]

@@phineasnigellus7394 yaaassss that’s my favorite scene!

[@phineasnigellus7394]

@@cavills_bae was resisting it at first and Im quite annoyed that she’s there(im not a fan yet but knew her bec of her hype from the last duel) would like to watch the series because I was curious of Maggie and Lizzie from the Spanish Princess and I didn’t know that there is a prequel then hahaha…( in the end I didn’t finish the spanish princess bec the lead actress is quite annoying)

[@luciauda5420]

Mi ha sbalordita in Killing Eve...Non avrò la fortuna di vederla in Prime Facie e stringerle la mano. La adoro ❤

[@jensneumann5563]

Beautiful. Fantastic Actress and Woman.

[@mililaniman]

I am not familiar with Jodie Comer's work, but she seems like a versatile and talented actress.

[@Selbcoast]

She is! You have to check out her work. She is one of the best actresses of our generation.

[@cryptochrome3090]

Love her so much. She’s amazing

[@cockeyedoptimista]

The part about the immediacy live theater brought a tear to my eye.

[@jessicaaitken8858]

Prima Facie changed my life. She spoke words to how I’ve felt as a woman who lost her voice through abuse. How our fighting looks different to men. Tears and tears and tears. Possibly the greatest performance I’ve ever seen.

[@alexathegr8]

I can’t wait to see her in Big Swiss 😩😩😩

[@hopemikaelson9223]

Please HBO, cast this wonderful actress as Visenya Targaryen.

[@dporangecounty]

Brava 👏👏👏

[@hashimmahamerul8857]

She's a Modern Audrey Hepburn where natural Talent came on.

[@julesbarta362]

❤What a great talent!

[@katherinekerbow8344]

She will be getting an academy award when the movie about the motorcycle club is released....I have no doubt because she is that good!! ❤❤❤❤

[@ISBuckley8]

Jodie is a truly mesmerizing performer

[@cazza-tea]

Dame Jodie for sure, watch this space💐

[@stuartgooding7295]

the best actress..in the world...hands down

[@geopotomac3244]

Jodie Comer is phenominal in Killing Eve. I cannot believe I had never heard of her. I shall follow her from today forward.

[@lyndastreet7344]

Seen in the cinema and was stunned by the performance. Breath taking ❤

[@OneAdam12Adam]

Amazing woman. Amazing show.

[@ffakehappy]

tony winner jodie comer!

[@dannybourne_]

*An outstanding actress*

[@katherinekerbow8344]

Some don't need formal training!!

[@user-nj4wb7ok6k]

Te amo

[@donalddementia8616]

One of my crushes.

[@zoeykeith]

I wish that I would've seen her in that show.

[@Tatopotatoo]

Time for that Oscar and somehow, a Grammy. She'll EGOT and i can die in peace

[@user-ec2bb6ev9f]

She's 🔥

[@drewconway7135]

0:36 That’s not how “Prima Facie” is pronounced

[@jarrodbarkley9061]

That bothers me too! Faysha!

[@danherman4081]

A future Doctor

[@Juliette_4]

Very expressive face. Phenomenal actress, highly entertaining.

[@larissarodriguesdonascimen8851]

❤❤❤

[@MomoCoder]

I thought she was Russian too, until I finally googled her.

[@erinjohnston1078]

Still don’t understand how after winning the Olivier and being nominated for a Tony; she was not chosen to play the same role in the movie?!?!

[@HBarnill]

They specifically wanted a woman of African descent to play her. Nothing wrong with that.

[@karensimpson4869]

⁠@@HBarnillno nothing wrong with that and I sure the actress chosen will do superb job. It’s just a suprise that all . I am curious how they will do this because at the theatre it is a one woman play with no one else . Wish everybody the best and for Jodie at the Tony awards this week

[@jdcmr]

It’s probably because Jodie has some projects lined up, that’s why they have to close on July 2 😔 but one thing is for sure: Cynthia Erivo has some VERY big shoes to fill.

[@Aname-hk4bu]

Say just winging it for “range”

[@rustyshakelford1279]

You can take the girl out of Northern England, but you can’t take Northern England out of the girl.

[@joyboydivision5227]

2:22

[@Aname-hk4bu]

Then break the presentation.

[@dawnbennett6050]

Where has her Liverpool accent gone. Don't forget your roots jodie

[@dani-jm6wk]

They all do it. Second they're out the door, they start 'smoothing the edges off' 🙄

[@Aname-hk4bu]

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[@eruliansdream]

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[@AKAS-xx3nr]

Where’s her accent gone?

[@andthenabbysays]

i think she dumbs it down since a scouse accent can be hard to understand at times.

[@AKAS-xx3nr]

@@andthenabbysays it’s not hard to understand if you listen

[@urmom13st.]

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