Erik Thomson studied performing arts at the New Zealand Drama School in Wellington as well as English Literature and Drama at Victoria University in Wellington.

An accomplished theatre and small screen actor, Erik has performed in such stage titles as Complete Works of Shakespeare, Julius Caesar, Twelve Angry Men, and Angels in America.

His Australian television credits include Pacific Drive, Wildside and All Saints.

For his work on All Saints Erik won the Silver Logie award for Most Popular Actor in 2003.

Somersault is Erik's first feature film.