Stephen Merchant
Acting
Biography
Stephen Merchant is a British writer, director, radio presenter, stand-up comedian, and actor, best known for his work on The Office, Extras, and The Ricky Gervais Show.
Born: November 24, 1974
Place of Birth: Bristol, England, UK
Known For
This Side of the Truth, A Truly 'Honest' Making of The Invention of Lying
The cast share their thoughts on Gervais, his laugh, and the art of "corpsing," when Gervais can't keep a scene together before laughing. A longer reel of corpsing and outtakes follows
Derren Brown: Trick of the Mind
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon
Daryl washes ashore in France and struggles to piece together how he got there and why. The series tracks his journey across a broken but resilient France as he hopes to find a way back home. As he makes the journey, though, the connections he forms along the way complicate his ultimate plan.
The Simpsons
Set in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family; Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie, as well as a virtual cast of thousands. Since the beginning, the series has been a pop culture icon, attracting hundreds of celebrities to guest star. The show has also made name for itself in its fearless satirical take on politics, media and American life in general.
How I Made The Office by Ricky Gervais
An exclusive documentary containing interviews with the cast and creators of The Office, with behind the scenes footage, original pilot footage and outtakes. Released on the Series 1 DVD.
Offensive: The Real Derek and Clive
Documentary charting the Derek and Clive phenomenon. The two foul-mouthed toilet attendants were the creations of Peter Cook and Dudley Moore and were responsible for some of the filthiest comedy to come out of Britain. Despite being banned from radio and television the duo achieved great success and a cult status, but the act broke up one of the greatest comedy partnerships of recent years. Featuring excerpts from the actual records and video footage of Cook and Moore.
Jojo Rabbit
Jojo, a lonely German boy during World War II has his world shaken when he learns that his single mother is hiding a Jewish girl in their home. Influenced by a buffoonish imaginary version of Adolf Hitler, he begins to question his beliefs and confront the conflict between propaganda and his own humanity.
The Russell Howard Hour
Russell Howard offers his unique take on the week's news and current affairs, picking through the biggest UK and international stories, and offering a wise and worldly view on the globe's news. Along the way, he'll welcome celebrity guests and leading experts, as well as hear from fledgling global correspondents. Plus, there will be stand-up, too, as Russell showcases some of the comedy scene's finest and most exciting stars.
Garth Marenghi's Darkplace
When the Hellmouth opens beneath Darkplace Hospital in downtown Romford, kiddy doctor, Vietnam veteran and ex-warlock Dr. Rick Dagless M.D. is the only man who can close it. Joined by best buddy Dr. Lucien Sanchez, fiery hospital boss Thornton Reed, and woman Liz Asher, Dagless must fight the forces of Darkness while dealing with the burden of day-to-day admin. From the chilling pen of best-selling horror writer Garth Marenghi comes this lost masterpiece of televisual terror. Dare you enter Garth's Darkplace?
The Good Place
Eleanor Shellstrop, an ordinary woman who, through an extraordinary string of events, enters the afterlife where she comes to realize that she hasn't been a very good person. With the help of her wise afterlife mentor, she's determined to shed her old way of living and discover the awesome (or at least the pretty good) person within.
Filmography
as Croc (voice)
as Jerry
as Julian Chamberlain
as Stephen Port
as Miika (voice)
as Greg
as Michael Morgan
as Count Rugen
as Deertz
as Claude (uncredited)
as Mr. President Critter (voice)
as Hugh
as Andrew Bennett
as Frans Balder
as Paris (voice)
as Self
as Self
as Walter Thimble
as Caliban
as T.E.R.R.Y. (voice)
as Neil
as Self
as Barron Hilton
as Self - Guest
as Self
as Self - Guest
as Self
as Self
as Stuart Pritchard
as Self
as Self
as Stephen
as F**kin' President Lincoln
as Abraham Lincoln
as Self
as Danny
as Self
as Donald (segment "Truth or Dare")
as Self
as Stephen Merchant
as Self
as Gary
as Paris (voice)
as Self
as Footman
as Tom (voice)
as Self
as Dougie Boden
as Self
as Tracy
as Man at the Door
as Higgins
as Self
as Self
as Dave Gibbs
as Man with Broken Leg
as Self
as Peter Ian Staker
as Self - Guest
as Self
as Darren Lamb
as Scientist (voice)
as Mr. Phillips
as Self - Panellist
as Lab Technicianian
as The Chef
as Self
as Self
as Self
as Self - Guest Announcer
as Paul Shepherd (voice)
as Nathan
as James
as Self - Guest
as Self
as Self
as Self
as Self - Host
as Conrad (voice)
as Self - Presenter