Cast: Matthew Holness

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Matthew Holness. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


Direction Richard Ayoade

Cast Matthew Holness · Matt Berry · Alice Lowe · Richard Ayoade

Synopsis Garth Marenghi's Darkplace (TV Miniseries) (2004) is a comedic homage to 1980s horror, where the titular character, Garth Marenghi, takes on multiple roles as the writer, producer, director, and lead actor of a fictional horror series called 'Darkplace'. Set in...

7.4

660 votes

7.4

660 votes

Direction Ricky Gervais · Stephen Merchant · Warwick Davis

Cast Warwick Davis · Ricky Gervais · Stephen Merchant · Rosamund Hanson

Synopsis Life's Too Short (TV Series) (2011) is a comedic mockumentary sitcom crafted by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, inspired by an idea from Warwick Davis. The series delves into the life of a celebrity dwarf, with Davis portraying a fictionalized...

7.2

2K votes

7.2

2K votes

Direction Richard Ayoade · Ben Kellett

Cast Richard Ayoade · Matthew Holness · Matt Berry · Kim Noble

Synopsis Man to Man With Dean Learner (TV Miniseries) (2006) is a captivating television miniseries that aired in 2006, consisting of six engaging episodes. The series is set in the opulent surroundings of Dean Learner's luxurious apartment in London's vibrant East...

6.8

32 votes

6.8

32 votes

Back (TV Series)

2017 · Series · 24 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Simon Blackwell · Ben Palmer

Cast David Mitchell · Robert Webb · Louise Brealey · Penny Downie

Synopsis Back (TV Series) (2017) is a comedic series that centers around two former foster siblings, Stephen (David Mitchell) and Andrew (Robert Webb), who reunite after a long period of separation. Following the passing of their father, the duo makes a...

6.5

23 votes

6.5

23 votes

Direction Mike Flanagan · Ciarán Foy · Axelle Carolyn · Liam Gavin

Cast Victoria Pedretti · Amelie Bea Smith · Benjamin Evan Ainsworth · Rahul Kohli

Synopsis The Haunting of Bly Manor (TV Series) (2020) unfolds over nine captivating episodes. Following the untimely demise of a previous caretaker, a wealthy man named Henry brings in a young American woman to serve as a nanny for his orphaned...

6.4

8K votes

6.4

8K votes

Direction Ben Taylor

Cast Matt Berry · Freddie Fox · Susan Wokoma · Alun Armstrong

Synopsis Year of the Rabbit (TV Miniseries) (2019) follows the adventures of Detective Inspector Rabbit, a resolute and tenacious Victorian police officer known for his gruff demeanor and occasional indulgence in alcohol. Accompanied by his two young partners—a somewhat clumsy rookie...

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Direction Armando Iannucci

Cast Richard Ayoade · Adam Buxton · Matthew Holness · Armando Iannucci

Synopsis Time Trumpet (TV Series) (2006) is a futuristic sketch comedy series that takes viewers on a humorous journey through the early 21st century, specifically from 2005 to 2030. The show offers a satirical and entertaining look back at the events,...

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Direction James Griffiths

Cast Stephen Mangan · Sharon Horgan · Anthony Head · Matthew Holness

Synopsis Free Agents (TV Series) (2009) follows the life of Alex (Mangan), an employee at CMA, a thriving talent agency. Despite his appreciation for his job, Alex is navigating a tumultuous divorce that has left him in a state of depression....

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A Gun for George (S)

2011 · Movie · 17 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Matthew Holness

Cast Matthew Holness · Roger Ashton-Griffiths · Edward Halsted · Veronica Roberts

Synopsis A Gun for George (S) (2011) follows the story of a writer who has dedicated his life to crafting a book series titled "The Reprisaliser." His existence is marked by solitude, and he struggles to distinguish his reality from the...

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Bloods (TV Series)

2021 · Series · 30 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Will Sinclair

Cast Jane Horrocks · Samson Kayo · Lucy Punch · Adrian Scarborough

Synopsis Bloods (TV Series) (2021) follows the unlikely alliance between Maleek, a gruff and solitary individual portrayed by Kayo, and Wendy, a recently divorced woman with an overly friendly demeanor. Initially, their pairing seems doomed to fail, but as they navigate...

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Bruiser (TV Series)

2000 · Series · 30 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Nick Jones

Cast David Mitchell · Robert Webb · Olivia Colman · Matthew Holness

Synopsis Bruiser (TV Series) (2000) is a lively sketch comedy series brought to life by a dynamic young cast with immense promise. The show is characterized by its rapid pace and offbeat humor, reflecting the popular style of its era. It...

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