Bill Bailey
Bill Bailey is a British comedian, actor, and musician known for his unique blend of stand-up comedy and musical performances. He gained recognition through television shows such as 'Black Books' and 'QI'. Bailey's career is marked by his distinctive voice and eclectic style, making him... Read More
Known for
Hot Fuzz (2007)
As a former London constable, Nicholas Angel finds it difficult to adapt to his new assignment in the sleepy British village of Sandford. Not...
Black Books (2000)
Black Books centres around the foul tempered and wildly eccentric bookshop owner Bernard Black. Bernard’s devotion to the twin pleasures of drunkenness and wilful...
Personal details
Credits
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 |
Bill Bailey: ThoughtifierFrom polar bear raves to AI sea shanties and the collapse of the teaspoon industry, Bill Bailey leads a magical,... |
Self | |
| 2025 |
Bill Bailey’s VietnamBill Bailey travels to Vietnam on the 50th anniversary of the withdrawal of US forces from Saigon. Immersing himself in... |
Self - Host | |
| 2024 |
Man and Witch: The Dance of a Thousand StepsThree Mysterious Curses, two lost souls... and one incredibly difficult dance. A lowly goatherd seeks out a reclusive witch to... |
The Donkey (voice) | |
| 2024 |
Perfect Pub WalksComedian, musician and nature lover Bill Bailey takes some famous faces for an amble and a ramble on some of... |
Himself | |
| 2024 |
Bring the DramaEvery performance counts. Bill Bailey champions aspiring actors from all walks of life. Will their raw talent and mentoring from... |
Self - Presenter | |
| 2024 |
How To Make It In ComedyTold by the stars who first found fame at the Edinburgh Fringe, this the inside story of what it takes... |
Unknown character | |
| 2023 |
Bill Bailey's Australian AdventureComedian, musician and raconteur Bill Bailey explores the massive Australian state of Western Australia. Vast and epic, its frontier spirit... |
Self - Presenter | |
| 2023 |
The Smeds and the SmoosIn this animated intergalactic adventure, the red Smeds and the blue Smoos must learn to overcome their differences and work... |
Grandfather Smed (voice) | |
| 2022 |
Take 5 with Zan RoweYou can learn a lot about someone from their mixtape. Icons in music and screen join Zan Rowe to delve... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2022 |
The Fringe, Fame and MeThe Fringe, Fame and Me is the story of how a small Scottish arts festival that began 75 years ago... |
Self | |
| 2022 |
Best & BesterTwins Best and Bester have the unique ability to choose a new body every single day and, in doing so,... |
Grumpy Pants (Voice) | |
| 2022 |
Bill Bailey's Master CraftersHeritage Crafts President HRH The Prince of Wales has lent his name to a new series, The Prince’s Master Crafters:... |
Self - Presenter | |
| 2022 |
The John Bishop ShowEvery week John Bishop will be doing his trademark everyman stand-up and shooting the breeze with some very special celebrity... |
Self | |
| 2022 |
Extraordinary PortraitsMusician and passionate art collector Tinie Tempah hopes to shine the light on everyday heroes within society by painting portraits... |
Self - Presenter / Narrator | |
| 2021 |
Worzel Gummidge: Calliope JaneWhen a travelling fair comes to Scatterbrook, Worzel tells John and Susan the legend of a fair with an enchanted... |
Mr Peregrine | |
| 2021 |
Christmas Comedy Club with Lost Voice GuyGathering together the very best of British comedy for a special night of stand-up, chat and sacks of cheer. The... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
Bill Bailey: Larks in TransitBill Bailey plays The Royal Opera House in a dazzling display of stand up, music and more. |
Self | |
| 2021 |
Paul O'Grady's Saturday Night Line UpPaul and members of the studio audience ask celebrity guests intriguing questions, scenarios and dilemmas. The guests then line-up in... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2021 |
The Cheap SeatsMajor news stories, not-so-major news stories, stories involving cats, entertainment, sport and viral videos, it’s a Reader's Digest of world... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
Patriot BrainsThe fast-paced comedy panel show will see each country’s greatest comedian’s pitted against each other to find out who knows... |
Host | |
| 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 |
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 |
Roald & Beatrix: The Tail of the Curious MouseRoald & Beatrix, the tail of the curious mouse, a heart-warming Christmas film inspired by the true encounter between a... |
Bona Fide Gent | |
| 2020 |
Michael McIntyre's The WheelMichael McIntyre hosts a gameshow packed with huge stars, big laughs and a giant spinning wheel. Can the contestants, guided... |
Self - Expert | |
| 2020 |
Between the CoversSara Cox hosts this new book club bringing the nation together through sharing the pleasure of reading. Each edition features... |
Self | |
| 2020 |
McDonald & DoddsTwo detectives, DCI McDonald and DS Dodds, who seemingly have nothing in common, are thrown together and forge a rumbustious... |
Paul Watt - Radio DJ (voice) | |
| 2019 |
My Life Is MurderInvestigator Alexa Crowe, cannot help fighting the good fight – whether it is solving murders or combatting the small frustrations... |
Enzo Pavone | |
| 2019 |
Celebrity GoggleboxA rolling cast of famous faces, some of Britain's best loved personalities, turn their hand to being the country's most... |
Self | |
| 2019 |
HypotheticalHosted by Josh Widdicombe and James Acaster, top comedians are posed absurd hypothetical situations and scored on how well they... |
Self | |
| 2018 |
Bill Bailey: LimbolandLimboland is a place where we find the gaps in life...from a fantastically downbeat version of Happy Birthday—via a hilarious... |
Self | |
| 2018 |
We Are Most Amused and AmazedA spectacular night of comedy and magic from The London Palladium to celebrate the 70th birthday of HRH The Prince... |
Self | |
| 2018 |
Celebrity CatchphraseIn this entertaining series packed with laughs, celebrity contestants attempt to work out catchphrases based on fun animations. Animations include... |
Self - Contestant | |
| 2018 |
In the Long RunSet in 1980s London, this comedy series follows the Easmon family, which has settled in England after having arrived from... |
Bagpipes | |
| 2017 |
LEGO MastersBritish version of the reality contest where some of the most skilled brick fanatics do battle to be crowned LEGO... |
Guest Judge | |
| 2017 |
Sloppy Massage Sluts 2: Anal Edition4 New Scenes Of The Ultimate Body Rubs! In director/stud Toni Ribas' "Sloppy Massage Sluts 2: Anal Edition," mesmerizing masseuses... |
Unknown character | |
| 2017 |
Walks with My DogCelebrities take a stroll in the great British outdoors with their faithful hound. |
Self | |
| 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 |
Nature's Perfect PartnersIn the animal kingdom, what do you do if you've got an itch you can't scratch, food you can't get... |
Narrator | |
| 2016 |
Michael McIntyre's Big ShowMichael McIntyre's Big Show is a British variety and stand-up comedy television series, presented by British comedian, presenter and former... |
Self - Performer | |
| 2015 |
Michael McIntyre's Easter Night at the ColiseumThe UK's top comedian Michael McIntyre hosts a jam-packed night of entertainment and variety from London's largest theatre, the stunning... |
Self | |
| 2015 |
Funny ValentinesFunny Valentines is a comedy collection of nine original short films exclusive to BBC iPlayer, written and starring many of... |
William/Craig/Bill | |
| 2014 |
Big Butts Like It Big: Brunette EditionSt. Valentine's Day Assacre When Ramon gets home from work and has clearly completely forgotten what day it is, Jynx... |
Unknown character | |
| 2014 |
Monty Python's Best Bits (Mostly)This series is presented by self-confessed Python nut Hugh Bonneville, each show with a group of five famous comedians remembering... |
Self | |
| 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 |
50 Years of BBC Two ComedyDocumentary charting and celebrating five decades of often groundbreaking, boundary-pushing comedy from BBC Two. |
Self | |
| 2014 |
The Comedy Vaults: BBC2's Hidden TreasureAs part of BBC Two's 50th birthday celebrations, this programme pulls from the shelf some rare and previously unseen comedy... |
Self | |
| 2014 |
Nature's MisfitsBill Bailey introduces a delightfully eccentric cast of creatures that have chosen to do things differently. Odd, unconventional and unusual... |
Narrator | |
| 2014 |
Alan Davies Après-SkiComedy entertainment show about the Winter Olympics, hosted by comedian and sports fan Alan Davies. |
Unknown character | |
| 2013 |
Bill Bailey: QualmpeddlerAfter receiving rave reviews in Australia, New Zealand and the UK, Bill Bailey brings ‘Qualmpeddler’ to the Hammersmith Apollo London.... |
Self | |
| 2013 |
Julia Zemiro's Home DeliveryEach week, Julia will invite one of Australia’s finest comics to take a trip down Memory Lane. And Memory Bus... |
Self | |
| 2013 |
What a Load of BuzzcocksHighlights series presenting the best of 16 years of Never Mind the Buzzcocks pop history. |
Self - Team Captain | |
| 2013 |
Bill Bailey's Jungle HeroBill meets wildlife in Borneo and Indonesia to tell the story of Darwin's rival Wallace. |
Himself - Presenter | |
| 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 - Dictionary Corner | |
| 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 | |
| 2013 |
It's KevinIt's Kevin is a British television comedy show, created by and starring the actor and comedian Kevin Eldon. It was... |
Various | |
| 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 |
Gadget ManGadget Man shows the world's collection of handy gadgets throughout the ages, from today's smart devices to decades old electronics... |
Unknown character | |
| 2012 |
Evidently... John Cooper ClarkeA look at the life of John Cooper Clarke. From his rise as a 'punk poet', through his heroin addiction,... |
Himself | |
| 2011 |
Doctor Who: The Doctor, the Widow and the WardrobeIt's Christmas Eve, 1938, when Madge Arwell comes to the aid of an injured Spaceman Angel as she cycles home.... |
Droxil | |
| 2011 |
PythagasaurusTwo primordial humans fear that their "village" is in danger from a volcano that is about to erupt. To find... |
Ig | |
| 2011 |
Making QiBehind the scenes documentary on British panel show Qi. |
Self | |
| 2011 |
Baboons with Bill BaileyBaboons with Bill Bailey is a wildlife documentary series presented by Bill Bailey. The series follows Bill as he attempts... |
Himself - Presenter | |
| 2011 |
Chalet GirlWhile working a job at an exclusive ski resort to support her Dad, Kim learns to snowboard and is so... |
Bill Matthews | |
| 2010 |
Bill Bailey: Dandelion MindFeaturing Bill’s trademark musical interludes, observations and stories of the road, Dandelion Mind will be based loosely on the theme... |
Himself | |
| 2010 |
Burke & HareTwo 19th-century opportunists become serial killers so that they can maintain their profitable business supplying cadavers to an anatomist. |
Angus | |
| 2010 |
Nanny McPhee and the Big BangNanny McPhee appears at the door of a harried young mother who is trying to run the family farm while... |
Farmer MacReadie | |
| 2010 |
Bill Bailey's Birdwatching BonanzaBill Bailey plays host to two teams of well-known personalities – made up of a keen famous ‘twitcher’ and another... |
Presenter | |
| 2009 |
Bill Bailey's Remarkable Guide to the OrchestraThe show, recorded at London's magnificent Royal Albert Hall, is Bill's own hilarious and irreverent guide to the sounds, styles,... |
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 |
Talkin' 'Bout Your GenerationTalkin' 'Bout Your Generation is an Australian game show produced by Granada Productions which premiered on Network Ten on 5... |
Unknown character | |
| 2008 |
We Are Most AmusedWe Are Most Amused was a gala event held at the New Wimbledon Theatre on 12 November 2008 in honour... |
Self | |
| 2008 |
Bill Bailey: TinselwormA visually stunning comedy and music extravaganza. Filmed at Wembley Arena at the end of a sell-out tour of the... |
Himself | |
| 2008 |
Blackadder's Most Cunning MomentsA countdown of the top 40 "Blackadder" moments chosen by cast and crew members, celebrity fans and 15 genuine Blackadders. |
Self | |
| 2008 |
Blackadder Exclusive: The Whole Rotten SagaTo mark the 25th anniversary since the first transmission of Blackadder in 1983, the iconic cast of the much-loved sitcom... |
Self | |
| 2007 |
More Dawn French's Boys Who Do: ComedyDawn French interviews famous comedians about how they started, their inspirations and their careers. |
Unknown character | |
| 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 |
Hot FuzzFormer London constable Nicholas Angel finds it difficult to adapt to his new assignment in the sleepy British village of... |
Sergeant Turner | |
| 2007 |
SkinsIrreverent comedy drama which follows the messy lives, loves, delirious highs and inevitable lows of a group of raucous teenage... |
Walter | |
| 2006 | Presenter | ||
| 2006 |
RobinsRobins is a Swedish late-night talk show which premiered on SVT2 on August 23, 2006. The host is the young... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2006 |
The One ShowA topical magazine-style daily television programme broadcast live on BBC One. |
Self | |
| 2006 |
The One ShowA topical magazine-style daily television programme broadcast live on BBC One. |
Self - Guest | |
| 2006 |
TV Heaven, Telly HellTV Heaven, Telly Hell is a comedy television show on Channel 4, presented and produced by Sean Lock. The format... |
Unknown character | |
| 2005 |
Don't Crash: The Documentary of the Making of the Movie of the Book of the Radio Series of 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy'An in-depth examination of the complete production of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005). |
Self (uncredited) | |
| 2005 |
Final Chance to SaveSky One introduces the start of a new ongoing documentary series that highlights the potential extinction of some of the... |
Himself | |
| 2005 |
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the GalaxyMere seconds before the Earth is to be demolished by an alien construction crew, Arthur Dent is swept off the... |
The Whale (voice) | |
| 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 |
Spicks and SpecksAdam Hills, one of Australia's favourite comedians and winner of Edinburgh's Best of the Fest award, is joined by two... |
Unknown character | |
| 2005 |
The Late Late Show with Craig FergusonThe Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson is an American late-night talk show hosted by Scottish American comedian Craig Ferguson,... |
Self | |
| 2004 |
Bill Bailey: Part TrollBill Bailey's Part Troll tour has been a huge success playing over 60 dates throughout the country. This DVD, filmed... |
Himself | |
| 2004 |
Spaced: Skip to the EndA feature documentary about the making of and influence of the British television series Spaced. It also features an epilogue... |
Self | |
| 2004 |
HustleA motley group of London con artists pull of a series of daring and intricate stings. |
Cyclops | |
| 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 |
QIComedy quiz show full of quirky facts, in which contestants are rewarded more if their answers are 'quite interesting'. |
Self | |
| 2002 |
15 Storeys High15 Storeys High is a critically acclaimed British sitcom, set in a tower block. The main characters are Vince Clark,... |
Mr. Pirbright | |
| 2002 |
Wild WestMary Trewednack lives above her Post Office in the fictitious Cornish village of St Gweep with her neurotic partner Angela.... |
Doug | |
| 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 |
Ant & Dec's Saturday Night TakeawayA gameshow hosted by Ant and Dec filled with stunts, sketches, and special guest appearances. |
Dr. Russ | |
| 2002 |
Fifth GearGetting viewers up to speed on all the latest automotive information, with new car reviews, second hand bargains and industry... |
Self | |
| 2001 |
Richard & JudyRichard & Judy was a British chat show presented by the married couple Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan. The show... |
Self | |
| 2001 |
Bill Bailey: BewildernessJumping around from musing about the disappointment of Kinder Surprise eggs to medieval porn to men's tendency not to admit... |
Himself | |
| 2000 |
Black BooksBlack Books centres around the foul tempered and wildly eccentric bookshop owner Bernard Black. Bernard’s devotion to the twin pleasures... |
Manny | |
| 2000 |
Head on ComedyHead on Comedy was a comedy debate show hosted by Jo Brand in which two teams of three, captained by... |
Unknown character | |
| 2000 |
Saving GraceUnexpectedly widowed, prim and proper housewife Grace Trevethyn finds herself in dire financial straits when she inherits massive debts her... |
Vince | |
| 1999 |
SpacedSpaced: the anti-Friends, in that it examines the lives of common 20 somethings, but in a way that is more... |
Bilbo Bagshot | |
| 1998 |
Is It Bill Bailey?Is It Bill Bailey? is a stand up/sketch comedy series written by and starring Bill Bailey. Each episode features stage... |
Self / Various Roles | |
| 1997 |
Space CadetsSpace Cadets is a comedy panel game broadcast on Channel 4 in 1997. It was presented by "High Commander" Greg... |
Space Captain | |
| 1997 |
Jonathan CreekWorking from his home in a converted windmill, Jonathan Creek is a magician with a natural ability for solving puzzles.... |
Kennie Starkiss | |
| 1997 |
April Fool's DayComedy drama about warring neighbours Malcolm and Martin who spend April Fool's Day trying to catch each other out with... |
Sand Delivery Man | |
| 1997 |
Midsomer MurdersThe peacefulness of the Midsomer community is shattered by violent crimes, suspects are placed under suspicion, and it is up... |
Darwin Chipping | |
| 1997 |
Bill Bailey: Cosmic JamOne night from his 1996 Cosmic Jam tour at the Bloomsbury in London in which Bill explains the seminal influence... |
Himself | |
| 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 | |
| 1996 |
Good News WeekGood News Week was an Australian satirical panel game show hosted by Paul McDermott that aired from 19 April 1996... |
Self | |
| 1996 |
AsylumAsylum is a British comedy series which was shown on Paramount Comedy Channel in 1996. Set in a mental asylum,... |
Patient | |
| 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 |
GMTVGMTV is the name of the national Channel 3 breakfast television contractor/licensee, broadcasting in the United Kingdom from 1 January... |
Self | |
| 1992 |
Blue HeavenFrank Sandford has big hopes for his pop duo, Blue Heaven, but his home life is less than satisfactory. His... |
Boris | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 1988 |
This MorningThis Morning features a variety of news, as well as show business, fashion, beauty, lifestyle, home and garden, food, tech,... |
Self | |
| 1983 |
Natural WorldNatural World is a nature documentary television series broadcast annually on BBC Two and regarded by the BBC as its... |
Narrator | |
| 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 - Presenter | |
| TBA |
IngeniousCelebrating Britain’s proud tradition of tinkering, and the nation’s fondness for innovation Ingenious brings together creative amateur inventors from across... |
Self - Host |
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Bill Bailey News and Articles
Got a question about Bill Bailey?
Bill Bailey is best known for his roles in 'Black Books' as Manny and his appearances on 'QI'. His stand-up performances also gained him significant acclaim.
Yes, Bill Bailey has won several awards, including the British Comedy Award for Best Male Comedy Breakthrough Artist in 1998.
Bill Bailey made his film debut in 'The Man Who Knew Too Little' (1997), where he played a small role alongside Bill Murray.
Some successful specials include 'Bill Bailey: Bewilderness' and 'Bill Bailey: Qualmpeddler', both showcasing his musical and comedic talent.
Yes, Bill Bailey is actively involved in wildlife conservation efforts and supports various environmental charities.
Bill Bailey's estimated net worth is reported to be around 8 million USD, reflecting his successful career in comedy and television.
Bill Bailey's style combines observational humor, musical elements, and surreal comedy, often incorporating philosophical themes.
In addition to his comedy career, Bill Bailey has appeared in various television shows, films, and theatre productions, showcasing his versatility as a performer.