Jimmy Carr
Jimmy Carr is a British comedian and actor known for his deadpan delivery and unique comedic style. He gained fame through stand-up performances and television appearances, including shows like '8 Out of 10 Cats' and 'The Big Fat Quiz of the Year.' Carr is recognized... Read More
Known for
Jimmy Carr: Funny Business (2016)
British comedian Jimmy Carr unleashes his deadpan delivery and wickedly funny one-liners to a sold-out audience at the UK's Hammersmith Apollo.
Jimmy Carr: His Dark Material (2021)
Jimmy Carr finds humor in the darkest of places in this stand-up special that features his dry, sardonic wit — and some jokes he...
8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown (2012–)
Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson take on the famous words and numbers quiz.
Personal details
Credits
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| 2026 |
The Claudia Winkleman ShowGood vibes, great guests, glorious fringe. Your weekly dose of Claudia‑powered joy, as she has a chat with Hollywood stars,... |
Self | |
| 2026 |
The Big Fat Quiz of TellyWho shot Mr Burns? What are The Chasers' nicknames? And what's 'The Peppa Effect'? Harry Hill, Judi Love, Tom Allen,... |
Self - Host | |
| 2025 |
Jimmy Carr: Road Kill 2025Jimmy Carr serves up his sharpest comebacks, wildest heckles, and favourite moments from his 2025 Laughs Funny tour. |
Himself | |
| 2025 |
Fackham HallA new servant embarks on an unlikely relationship with the youngest daughter of a prominent English family. Simultaneously, rivalries are... |
Vicar | |
| 2025 |
Am I the Asshole?Jimmy Carr, Jamali Maddix and GK Barry dive into a series of jaw-dropping admissions, shocking family fallouts, and moments of... |
Self | |
| 2025 |
Alison Hammond's Big WeekendAlison Hammond interviews some of the UK’s biggest celebrities, including Luke Evans, Jimmy Carr, Sir Lenny Henry, Perrie Edwards, Mel... |
Self - Interviewed Guest | |
| 2025 |
LOL: Last One Laughing UKFamous for his dark humour, one liners and THAT laugh, Jimmy Carr challenges 10 of Britain’s funniest comics to spend... |
Self - Host | |
| 2025 |
The Big Fat Quiz of EverythingHarry Hill, David Mitchell, Roisin Conaty, Sophie Willan, Josh Pugh and Fatiha El-Ghorri tackle Jimmy Carr's comprehensive quiz, from Henry... |
Unknown character | |
| 2024 |
The Big Fat Quiz of TellyJimmy Carr tests Babatunde Aléshé, Daisy May Cooper, Natasia Demetriou, Jamie Demetriou, Judi Love and Russell Howard's knowledge of all... |
Self - Host | |
| 2024 |
Battle In The BoxJimmy Carr hosts a outlandish game show where pairs of comics and some of the nation's favourite celebrities battle it... |
Host | |
| 2024 |
Jimmy Carr: Natural Born KillerJimmy Carr refutes the idea that you can't joke about anything these days with his edgy takes on gun control,... |
Self | |
| 2024 |
JaneyJaney Godley takes centre stage in this engaging and insightful documentary about the fearless and funny comic. Janey found fame... |
Self | |
| 2023 |
The Big Fat Quiz of SportJimmy Carr hosts a big fat night of pointless sports trivia. |
Self - Host | |
| 2023 |
Chris Rock: Road To Live SpecialChris Rock gives an exclusive look at his year on tour leading up to this historic night. With appearances from... |
Self | |
| 2022 |
Jimmy Carr Destroys ArtJimmy Carr hosts a unique TV experiment, where the audience decides whether to cancel controversial artists and offensive artworks, and... |
Unknown character | |
| 2022 |
The Best of Netflix Is a Joke: The FestivalTop stand-ups and rising stars sound off on sex, parenting, politics, pettiness and more in these highlights from the Netflix... |
Self | |
| 2022 |
Bill Burr Presents: Friends Who KillIn a night of killer comedy, Bill Burr hosts a showcase of his most raucous stand-up comic pals as they... |
Self | |
| 2022 |
Celebrity RebrandChaotic celebrity interview series hosted by Amelia Dimoldenberg, who attempts to give some of Channel 4's biggest stars the rebrand... |
Self | |
| 2022 |
Ant & Dec's Limitless WinEvery question is an opportunity to climb the endless money ladder and reach the big money, but only a correct... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
Jimmy Carr: His Dark MaterialJimmy Carr finds humor in the darkest of places in this stand-up special that features his dry, sardonic wit —... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
I Literally Just Told YouJimmy Carr hosts the game show where paying attention pays off, as players answer questions that have just been written,... |
Self - Host | |
| 2021 |
Blankety BlankBradley Walsh presents the triumphant return of Britain's blank-iest game show. Can he control his celebrity panel and help contestants... |
Unknown character | |
| 2021 |
The Complaints DepartmentJason Manford hosts a panel game based around complaining. |
Self | |
| 2021 |
Too Soon: Comedy After 9/11From the immediate aftermath of 9/11 to today stand-up comedians, talk-show hosts, sketch performers, television animators and other entertainers have... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
I Can See Your VoiceWhat you see isn’t always what you get. Paddy McGuinness challenges contestants and celebrities to sort the singing sensations from... |
Self - Panellist | |
| 2021 |
This Is My HouseFake yourself at home. Four people, three fibbers, one house. Stacey Dooley challenges celebrity sleuths to nose around and figure... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
Mel Giedroyc: UnforgivableThe comedy show in which the nation's favourite comics and celebrities compete to convince Mel Giedroyc that they are the... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
Rhod Gilbert's Growing PainsRhod Gilbert's Growing Pains involves celebrity guests revisiting their teenage years. Each celebrity will take a trip down memory lane;... |
Guest | |
| 2020 |
Back to the…A guided tour of all things Channel 4 in a celebration of four decades of iconic TV shows, from live... |
Self | |
| 2020 |
Micky Flanagan: Peeping Behind the CurtainA backstage pass to Micky Flanagan's career, from early raw material in the East End to staging the world's biggest... |
Unknown character | |
| 2020 |
Call Your MotherA hilarious ode to moms and the way they have shaped the work of some of comedy's biggest stars. |
Unknown character | |
| 2020 |
Miranda: My Such Fun CelebrationMiranda Hart and the cast of her sitcom come together to celebrate the show's tenth anniversary with a music-filled, star-studded... |
Self | |
| 2019 |
Dave Gorman: Terms and Conditions ApplyOnce again Dave will be bringing his trusty screen along but now, in each episode, he will also be joined... |
Unknown character | |
| 2019 |
Pants on FireEmma Willis hosts this comedy bluffing show in which three daredevil teams attempt some of the stupidest, bravest but often... |
Self - Celebrity Panel | |
| 2019 |
Shopping with Keith LemonKeith Lemon takes the chat show out of the studio and onto the high street. Keith and his celebrity guests... |
Unknown character | |
| 2019 |
Jimmy Carr: The Best of Ultimate Gold Greatest HitsNothing is off limits as Jimmy Carr serves up the most outrageous jokes from his stand-up career in a special... |
Himself | |
| 2019 |
The Inbetweeners: Fwends ReunitedThe cast from the beloved British sitcom "The Inbetweeners" reunite after 10 years of the 3 series and films. Hosted... |
Self - Host | |
| 2018 |
The FixComedians Jimmy Carr, D.L. Hughley and Katherine Ryan tackle the world's woes with help from a rotating crew of funny... |
Self - Host | |
| 2018 |
The Big Narstie ShowGrime legend and social media sensation Big Narstie hosts an anarchic studio show along with his co-host, and the hottest... |
Self | |
| 2018 |
Roast BattleRoast Battle is a British roast comedy show that is broadcast on Comedy Central. The show is hosted by Jimmy... |
Self - Host | |
| 2017 |
The Russell Howard HourRussell Howard offers his unique take on the week's news and current affairs, picking through the biggest UK and international... |
Self | |
| 2017 |
Your Face or Mine?A “Tinder-inspired” version of successful noughties game show Your Face Or Mine?, the cult-classic, couples-based comedy format in which your... |
Himself - Host | |
| 2017 |
5 Gold Rings5 Gold Rings is a British game show that aired on ITV from 5 March 2017 to 6 December 2020... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2016 |
The Grand TourJeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May are back with a show about adventure, excitement and friendship... as long as... |
Self | |
| 2016 |
The Comedian's Guide to SurvivalOne man's journey around the world to discover the secret of comedy. |
Himself | |
| 2016 |
Comedy Central Roast of Rob LoweIt's Rob Lowe's turn to step in to the celebrity hot seat for the latest installment of The Comedy Central... |
Self | |
| 2016 |
John Bishop: In Conversation with...A three series talk show. With the host in conversation with people whom he admires. |
Self | |
| 2016 |
Jimmy Carr: Funny BusinessBritish comedian Jimmy Carr unleashes his deadpan delivery and wickedly funny one-liners to a sold-out audience at the UK's Hammersmith... |
Self | |
| 2016 |
Jimmy Carr and the Science of Laughter BBC HorizonJimmy Carr's Horizon documentary special "Jimmy Carr & The Science Of Laughter" explores the science behind laughter and comedy. It... |
himself | |
| 2016 |
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Himself | |
| 2015 |
That's So Last CenturyCelebrities to take a warm, funny look at gadgets, gizmos and games of childhood and Christmases past. 'That's So Last... |
Himself | |
| 2015 |
Drunk HistoryTop UK comedians relate their favourite historical stories while getting absolutely bladdered on a mixture of beers, wines and spirits.... |
Narrator | |
| 2015 |
The Nasty Show hosted by Artie LangeIn this comedy special, the legendary Artie Lange hosts a line up of the most deranged and hilarious minds in... |
Himself | |
| 2014 |
Virtually FamousVirtually Famous was a British comedy panel game show with games based upon social media posts and videos. |
Self - Panelist | |
| 2014 |
Alan Davies: As Yet UntitledOne of Britain’s favourite comedians doing what he does best – being funny. But Alan Davies isn’t on a stage,... |
Self | |
| 2014 |
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy FallonAfter Jay Leno's second retirement from the program, Jimmy Fallon stepped in as his permanent replacement. After 42 years in... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2014 |
Duck Quacks Don't EchoLee Mack wrangles a team of scientists and celebrity guests to find the truth behind the trivia on this bizarrely... |
Unknown character | |
| 2013 |
Jimmy Carr: Laughing and JokingTouring to over 1.5 million people and hosting hit shows '8 Out of 10 Cats', '10 O'Clock Live' and 'The... |
Himself | |
| 2013 |
@midnight with Chris HardwickChris Hardwick will lead three celebrity contestants down the ultimate internet wormhole. Culling from the darkest recesses of social media,... |
Self | |
| 2013 |
Was It Something I Said?Was It Something I Said? is a British comedy panel show broadcast on Channel 4, presented by David Mitchell and... |
Self - Panellist | |
| 2013 |
Through the KeyholeWhat would happen if Keith Lemon had permission to snoop around celebrities' homes? Find out as Through The Keyhole returns,... |
Self - Panelist | |
| 2013 |
Tipping Point: Lucky StarsBen Shephard hosts the quiz show in which three celebrities take on an extraordinary machine in the hope of winning... |
Self - Contestant | |
| 2013 |
8 Out of 10 Cats Does CountdownJimmy Carr hosts proceedings as the 8 Out of 10 Cats crew take over the words and numbers quiz. |
Self - Presenter | |
| 2013 |
CatchphraseStephen Mulhern hosts this remake of the 1980's game show where contestants have to guess a catchphrase based on animated... |
Unknown character | |
| 2013 |
The Last LegAdam Hills and co-hosts Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker provide some offbeat commentary on the significant moments of the past... |
Self | |
| 2012 |
The Diamond Jubilee Concert 2012In the presence of HM the Queen and the royal family, an array of stars from the last sixty years... |
Self - Presenter | |
| 2011 |
Jimmy Carr: Being FunnyHaving performed live to over 1.2m people, the UK’s hardest working comedian Jimmy Carr, is back with his brand new... |
Himself | |
| 2011 |
Making QiBehind the scenes documentary on British panel show Qi. |
Self | |
| 2011 | Unknown character | ||
| 2011 |
OK! TVOK! TV is an early evening magazine programme, broadcast on Channel 5 as a brand extension of celebrity title OK!... |
Unknown character | |
| 2011 |
10 O'Clock Live10 O'Clock Live is a British comedy/news television programme presented by Charlie Brooker, Jimmy Carr, Lauren Laverne and David Mitchell.... |
Presenter | |
| 2010 |
The All-Star Show: Comedy SpecialAll-Star stand-up performances from the Just For Laughs festival. Featuring Harland Williams, Jeffrey Ross, John Pinette, & more. |
Unknown character | |
| 2010 |
Jimmy Carr: Making People LaughJimmy Carr: Making People Laugh features over two hours of material that's too rude for TV. |
Himself | |
| 2010 |
The Green Room with Paul ProvenzaComedian and director of the obscenely hilarious hit film The Aristocrats, Paul Provenza invites some of the biggest names in... |
Self | |
| 2010 |
A Comedy RoastA Comedy Roast is a British comedy television show broadcast by Channel 4. After a series of failed attempts by... |
Unknown character | |
| 2010 |
A League of Their OwnTwo teams comprised of comedians, celebrities and sports stars compete against each other in a test of their sporting knowledge,... |
Unknown character | |
| 2010 |
A League of Their OwnTwo teams comprised of comedians, celebrities and sports stars compete against each other in a test of their sporting knowledge,... |
Self - Panellist | |
| 2010 |
A League of Their OwnTwo teams comprised of comedians, celebrities and sports stars compete against each other in a test of their sporting knowledge,... |
Self | |
| 2009 |
Jimmy Carr: Telling JokesJimmy Carr delivers more of his cynical take on life's little absurdities in his trademark deadpan style in this live... |
Himself | |
| 2009 |
Live from Studio FiveLive from Studio Five was an early-evening British magazine programme which was produced by Sky News for Channel 5. It... |
Self | |
| 2009 |
The ProjectSix nights a week, The Project provides Australian viewers with their dose of ‘news delivered differently’, serving up thought-provoking news,... |
Unknown character | |
| 2009 |
Alan Carr: Chatty ManAlan Carr: Chatty Man is a BAFTA award-winning British comedy chat show presented by comedian Alan Carr. The show features... |
Self | |
| 2009 |
Chris Moyles' Quiz NightChris Moyles' Quiz Night is a British television comedy panel game show, presented by Chris Moyles. The show was originally... |
Self | |
| 2009 |
Now That’s What I Call ComedyThis compilation, sold in aid of Comic Relief, includes over 30 TV clips, stand-up routines and sketches from Britain's favourite... |
Himself | |
| 2008 |
Jimmy Carr: In ConcertBritain's foremost multi award winning joke technician Jimmy Carr returns with his fourth live stand up DVD, Jimmy Carr In... |
Himself | |
| 2008 |
Celebrity JuiceThe outrageous comedy panel show hosted by the irrepressible Keith Lemon. Each episode sees top celebrities going head to head... |
Self | |
| 2008 |
Telstar: The Joe Meek StorySet against a backdrop of early '60s London, Telstar is the story of the world's first independent record producer, Joe... |
Gentleman | |
| 2008 |
Commercial BreakdownCommercial breakdown is a BBC/Celador light entertainment television programme which shows humorous television advertisements from around the world. |
Unknown character | |
| 2008 |
Big Brother: Celebrity HijackBig Brother: Celebrity Hijack was a special series of Celebrity Big Brother, a spin-off series of the British reality television... |
Himself - Hijacker | |
| 2007 |
Jimmy Carr: ComedianRecorded live at London's Bloomsbury theatre, the posh-suited gagster unleashes his rapid-fire wit upon his audience, with jokes that are... |
Himself | |
| 2007 |
Would I Lie to You?A comedic panel show featuring team captains Lee Mack and David Mitchell plus two guests per side, hosted by Rob... |
Self | |
| 2007 |
I Want CandyTwo hopeful lads from Leatherhead trying to break into the movies stumble upon the opportunity of a lifetime. Frustrated by... |
Video Store Guy | |
| 2007 |
The Graham Norton ShowEach week celebrity guests join Irish comedian Graham Norton to discuss what's being going on around the world that week. The... |
Self | |
| 2007 | Unknown character | ||
| 2006 |
8 out of 10 Cats: Claws Out8 Out Of 10 Cats: Claws Out is the uncensored version of the hilarious TV show hosted by Jimmy Carr,... |
Himself | |
| 2006 |
The One ShowA topical magazine-style daily television programme broadcast live on BBC One. |
Self - Guest | |
| 2006 |
The One ShowA topical magazine-style daily television programme broadcast live on BBC One. |
Self | |
| 2006 |
StormbreakerAfter the death of his uncle, 14-year-old schoolboy Alex Rider is forced by the Special Operations Division of the UK's... |
John Crawford | |
| 2006 |
Rob Brydon's Annually RetentiveComedy series in which Rob Brydon plays himself as the host of a low-rent panel show |
Self | |
| 2006 |
ConfettiA mockumentary that follows three couples as they battle it out to win the coveted title of 'Most Original Wedding... |
Antony | |
| 2006 |
Alien AutopsyHumouristic reconstruction of the 1995 scandal when two British lads were accused of having faked a documentary from the Roswell... |
Gary's Boss | |
| 2005 |
Have I Got News for You: The Best of the Guest Presenters Volume 2Over 2½ hours of the award-winning topical news quiz, featuring previously unseen footage. Team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 2005 |
Jimmy Carr: Stand UpJimmy Carr returns with a brand new live stand-up DVD. Recorded live at London's Bloomsbury theatre, Jimmy unleashes brand new... |
Himself | |
| 2005 |
Jimmy Carr’s Comedy IdolOver 100 comedians competed to be in Jimmy Carr's Comedy Idol. The outcome was to perform with 9 other finalists... |
Self | |
| 2005 |
The F WordThe F Word is a British food magazine and cookery programme featuring chef Gordon Ramsay. The programme covers a wide... |
Unknown character | |
| 2005 |
The Real 'Billy Elliot' DiariesDocumentary following the actors playing the role of Billy in Billy Elliot the Musical as they prepare for their West... |
Self | |
| 2005 |
8 Out of 10 CatsA weekly, topical panel show based around a huge series of opinion poll surveys carried out around Britain. |
Self - Host | |
| 2005 |
Comic AidShot live at the one off Comic Aid benefit gig at London’s Carling Apollo – which sold out in just... |
Unknown character | |
| 2005 |
The Friday Night ProjectThe Friday Night Project was a British comedy-variety show by Princess Productions that first aired on Channel 4 in February... |
Self | |
| 2004 |
Big Fat QuizPresenter Jimmy Carr oversees a panel of top-name celebrities in this year end quiz show where they compete to see... |
Self - Presenter | |
| 2004 |
The Culture ShowA weekly BBC Two magazine programme focusing on the best of the week's arts and culture news, covering books, art,... |
Self | |
| 2004 |
Jimmy Carr: LiveWith his first ever DVD, Jimmy’s unique brand of humour demonstrates the observations he makes on life’s taboos using witty... |
Himself | |
| 2004 |
Top Gear's Stars in Fast CarsThe Top Gear special feature for Sports Relief 2004. Jeremy Clarkson went bumper to bumper with Jodie Kidd, Alan Davies,... |
Unknown character | |
| 2003 |
DistractionDistraction is a game show that aired on Channel 4 in the United Kingdom from 31 October 2003 to 11... |
Unknown character | |
| 2003 |
100 Greatest Scary MomentsThe 100 Greatest Scary Moments is a British two-part documentary mini-series which aired on Channel 4 on 25 October and... |
Self - Presenter | |
| 2003 |
QIComedy quiz show full of quirky facts, in which contestants are rewarded more if their answers are 'quite interesting'. |
Self | |
| 2003 |
QIComedy quiz show full of quirky facts, in which contestants are rewarded more if their answers are 'quite interesting'. |
Self - Panellist (archive footage) | |
| 2003 |
Comedy Central RoastsCelebrities and comedians belt out good-natured insult comedy jokes at the expense of a guest of honour. The event is... |
Self | |
| 2003 |
100 Worst BritonsChannel 4 (UK) ran a poll, in 2003, for viewers to nominate their "worst Briton". The nominations had to be... |
Self - Presenter | |
| 2003 |
The Terry and Gaby ShowThe Terry and Gaby Show was a daytime television show broadcast on Five on weekday mornings between June 2003 and... |
Unknown character | |
| 2002 |
Top GearThis fast-paced and stunt-filled motor show tests whether cars, both mundane and extraordinary, live up to their manufacturers' claims. The... |
Self | |
| 2002 |
Bo' Selecta!Bo' Selecta! is a British sketch show written and performed by Leigh Francis, which lampoons popular culture and is known... |
Unknown character | |
| 2002 |
Nudes in the NewsA news show covering topics relating to nudism. |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 2001 |
Richard & JudyRichard & Judy was a British chat show presented by the married couple Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan. The show... |
Self | |
| 1998 |
Comedy Central PresentsThese half-hour specials showcased some of the best up-and-coming comedians of the moment. The show was a pivotal stepping stone... |
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| 1998 |
Comedy Central PresentsThese half-hour specials showcased some of the best up-and-coming comedians of the moment. The show was a pivotal stepping stone... |
Self | |
| 1998 |
ParkinsonMichael Parkinson returns for a second run of his iconic talk show. |
Self | |
| 1996 |
Never Mind the BuzzcocksNever Mind the Buzzcocks is a comedy panel game show with a pop and rock music theme. The show is... |
Self | |
| 1994 |
Room 101Fast-moving game show meets talk show, which sees Frank Skinner refereeing three celebrities each week as they compete to banish... |
Self | |
| 1993 |
Late Night with Conan O'BrienStepping into the late-late slot vacated by David Letterman, Conan O'Brien stars in a show that far outdoes its competition... |
Self - Comedy Guest | |
| 1993 |
Late Night with Conan O'BrienStepping into the late-late slot vacated by David Letterman, Conan O'Brien stars in a show that far outdoes its competition... |
Self - Guest | |
| 1992 |
The Tonight Show with Jay LenoJay Leno hosts some of the biggest celebrities in the world. |
Unknown character | |
| 1990 |
Have I Got News for YouHilarious, totally-irreverent, near-slanderous political quiz show, based mainly on news stories from the last week or so, that leaves no... |
Self - Host | |
| 1990 |
Have I Got News for YouHilarious, totally-irreverent, near-slanderous political quiz show, based mainly on news stories from the last week or so, that leaves no... |
Self | |
| 1988 |
This MorningThis Morning features a variety of news, as well as show business, fashion, beauty, lifestyle, home and garden, food, tech,... |
Self | |
| TBA |
Have I Got a Bit More News for YouBased on the week’s news and fronted by guest hosts, this extended version of the satirical news quiz features more... |
Self - Panellist |
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Got a question about Jimmy Carr?
Jimmy Carr's career highlights include hosting '8 Out of 10 Cats' and 'The Big Fat Quiz of the Year.' He has also released multiple stand-up specials that have received critical acclaim.
Jimmy Carr has won several awards, including the British Comedy Award for Best Stand-Up in 2003 and a BAFTA nomination for his television work.
Jimmy Carr's first film appearance was in 'The Last Laugh' in 2005, where he played a supporting role.
Jimmy Carr is primarily known for his stand-up and television work rather than films. His stand-up specials are among his most successful projects.
Jimmy Carr has been in a long-term relationship with Karoline Copping since 2001, and they have one child together. He maintains a relatively private personal life.
Jimmy Carr's estimated net worth is around $20 million, attributed to his successful career in comedy and television.
Milestones in Jimmy Carr's filmography include his stand-up specials like 'Funny Business' and 'The Best of Jimmy Carr,' as well as his role in various British comedy shows.
Jimmy Carr started his comedy career in the late 1990s, performing at open mic nights and quickly gaining popularity for his unique style and sharp humor.