James Acaster
James Acaster is a British comedian and actor known for his unique comedic style and storytelling ability. He gained recognition through his stand-up specials and appearances on shows like 'Taskmaster' and 'The Mash Report.' Acaster's witty delivery and distinct voice have made him a prominent... Read More
Known for
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024)
The Spengler family returns to where it all started – the iconic New York City firehouse – to team up with the original Ghostbusters,...
Cinderella (1950)
Cinderella has faith her dreams of a better life will come true. With help from her loyal mice friends and a wave of her...
James Acaster: Repertoire (2018)
Offbeat comic James Acaster covers the strange, the mundane and everything in between in this collection of four wide-ranging stand-up specials.
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Credits
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 |
Bad FairiesHidden beneath the streets of modern London exists a secret magical world powered by an ancient code that fairies have... |
Stickers (voice) | |
| 2026 |
The Dickie ShowFrom the wonderful world of Smoggie Queens, Dickie hosts a one-of-a-kind chat show from a makeshift studio tucked away in... |
Unknown character | |
| 2026 |
James Acaster: Cinemagoers WelcomeComedian James Acaster unleashes his infectious energy as he explores his love/hate relationship with stand-up - while welcoming a heckle... |
Unknown character | |
| 2025 |
Clash of the ComicsThe Edinburgh Comedy Award-winning, total sell-out, global cult sensation is coming to the Eventim Apollo for its biggest and most... |
Self | |
| 2025 |
The Celebrity TraitorsAn all-star cast play the ultimate game of deceit and betrayal. |
Self - Contestant | |
| 2025 |
Chess HamA documentary recounting Sam Campbell's journey to create Chess Ham, the Chesham Chess Ham. |
Self | |
| 2024 |
In Tandem with Chloe RadcliffeIn Tandem is a brand new chat show where standup Chloe Radcliffe (that's me!) interviews another funny person on the... |
Self | |
| 2024 |
James Acaster: Hecklers WelcomeJames Acaster explores his love/hate relationship with standup by relinquishing control of his set and accepting a healthy dose of... |
Self | |
| 2024 |
TaskmasterclassGreg Davies and his servile assistant Little Alex Horne narrate this show seeking to answer some of the most burning... |
Self | |
| 2024 |
Seize Them!An arrogant queen becomes a fugitive in her own land after being overthrown by a charismatic revolutionary and must face... |
Felix the Ironmonger | |
| 2024 |
Ghostbusters: Frozen EmpireThe Spengler family returns to where it all started - the iconic New York City firehouse - to team up... |
Lars | |
| 2023 |
Finlay Christie: OK ZoomerLive registration of Finlay Christie's first show. |
Self (archival) | |
| 2022 |
The Unofficial Science of Home AloneComedians James Acaster, Guz Khan and Alex Brooker have all been obsessed with the classic 1990 comedy "Home Alone" ever... |
Self – Presenter | |
| 2022 |
Ian Cognito: A Life and A Death On StageRising to fame amid the 1980s alternative comedy boom, Ian Cognito was one of the UK's most popular comedians. His... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
Question TeamIn every episode Richard invites three comedians to join his Question Team. In a brazen act of indolence, Richard is... |
Self - Contestant | |
| 2021 |
Never Mind the BuzzcocksThe iconic pop culture panel show featuring host Greg Davies, who is joined by regulars Noel Fielding & Jamali Maddix... |
Self - Panellist | |
| 2021 |
CinderellaCinderella, an orphaned girl with an evil stepmother, has big dreams and with the help of her Fabulous Godmother, she... |
John | |
| 2021 |
Grave New WorldStuart Laws takes an in-depth look at life after a pandemic and how the familiar we knew has changed forever.... |
Fizz Gambol | |
| 2021 |
James Acaster: Make a New TomorrowA forty minute stand-up special consisting of material that was cut from James Acaster's 2019 show Cold Lasagne Hate Myself... |
Self - Comedian | |
| 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;... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2020 |
James Acaster: Cold Lasagne Hate Myself 1999On December 17th 2019, I, James Acaster, filmed my 2019 tour show Cold Lasagne Hate Myself 1999 at EartH in... |
Self - Comedian | |
| 2020 |
Mission: AccessibleRosie Jones is on a mission to help disabled people plan fun-filled adventures. With her comedian pals in tow, Rosie... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2020 |
Channel Hopping with Jon RichardsonComedian Jon Richardson presents a weekly digest of the world's wildest television, giving his take on curious headlines, hilarious clips,... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2019 |
HypotheticalHosted by Josh Widdicombe and James Acaster, top comedians are posed absurd hypothetical situations and scored on how well they... |
Self - Host | |
| 2018 |
A1: The Long Road to EdinburghFrom zero experience of stand up comedy to The Edinburgh Festival in just one year - you're having a laugh. |
Self | |
| 2018 |
Jon Richardson: Ultimate WorrierEver worried about laboratory-grown meat, accidentally touching someone’s hand on the train or the impending nuclear apocalypse? Then join Jon... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2018 |
James Acaster: RepertoireOffbeat comic James Acaster covers the strange, the mundane and everything in between in this collection of four wide-ranging stand-up... |
Self - Comedian | |
| 2018 |
The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To CancerFour different celebrities all aim to impress judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith with their baking skills. |
Self - Guest | |
| 2017 |
Celebrity HuntedTwelve famous faces go fugitive in this real-life thriller in aid of Stand Up To Cancer. Can they survive 14... |
Self - Contestant | |
| 2017 |
Richard Osman's House of GamesEach week a group of four famous faces go toe to toe in testing their general knowledge skills in a... |
Self - Contestant | |
| 2017 |
The Great British Bake Off: An Extra SliceThe show that gives fans another bite of Bake Off when one helping just isn't enough. Jo Brand chats to... |
Self | |
| 2017 |
Absolutely FineExplores the stresses and strains of trying to do the right thing when you're a millennial with a comparatively easy... |
Deliveroo Guy | |
| 2017 |
Romesh: Talking to ComediansRomesh Ranganathan meets some of the UK’s most loved comedians, including Jack Dee, Sharon Horgan, Russell Howard, Jayde Adams, Humza... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2017 |
Just PuddingsEd Gamble is a Type 1 diabetic but he loves desserts. James Acaster just straight up loves desserts. So Ed... |
Self - Co-host | |
| 2017 |
We Have Been WatchingThis series features some of Britain's best-loved comedians and funniest comedy actors gathering together for a jolly night in front... |
Self - Television Watcher | |
| 2016 |
Insert Name HereComedy panel show about people with the same first name, hosted by Sue Perkins. |
Self - Panelist | |
| 2015 |
TaskmasterGreg Davies is the Taskmaster, and with the help of his ever-loyal assistant Alex Horne, they will set out to... |
Self | |
| 2015 |
Travel Man: 48 Hours in...British comedian Richard Ayoade (later taken over by Joe Lycett), accompanied by a celebrity guest, takes a ruthlessly efficient approach... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2015 |
Drunk HistoryTop UK comedians relate their favourite historical stories while getting absolutely bladdered on a mixture of beers, wines and spirits.... |
Self - Drunk Storyteller | |
| 2014 |
Sweet Home KetteringaJames Acaster is from Kettering, a town in the middle of England. He returns home as his stand-up career is... |
Self - Presenter | |
| 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 - Guest | |
| 2014 |
Late Night with Seth MeyersSeth Meyers, who is "Saturday Night Live's" longest serving anchor on the show's wildly popular "Weekend Update," takes over as... |
Self | |
| 2014 |
Late Night with Seth MeyersSeth Meyers, who is "Saturday Night Live's" longest serving anchor on the show's wildly popular "Weekend Update," takes over as... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2014 |
The Dog Ate My HomeworkTwo teams fight it out to dodge detention, and put the cool back into school, in a mischievous mix of... |
Self - Comedian Contestant | |
| 2013 |
Dave Gorman's Modern Life is GoodishDave Gorman points out things he finds strange about modern life. |
Self | |
| 2013 |
Sweat the Small StuffNick Grimshaw hosts the panel show that makes a big deal about the little things in life. |
Self - Panelist | |
| 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 - Contestant | |
| 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 | |
| 2011 |
Big Brother's Bit on the SideThe place to catch up on all things Big Brother UK! Join Emma Willis for the best mix of exclusive... |
Self | |
| 2011 |
The Jonathan Ross ShowThe Jonathan Ross Show is a British chat show presented by Jonathan Ross. It was first broadcast on ITV on... |
Self - Guest | |
| 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 | |
| 2005 |
Mock the WeekMock the Week is a British topical celebrity panel game hosted by Dara Ó Briain. The game is influenced by... |
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 - Panelist | |
| 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 - Contestant | |
| 2004 |
Live at the ApolloA British stand-up comedy programme performed from the Hammersmith Apollo Theatre in west London. |
Self - Comedian | |
| 2003 |
QIComedy quiz show full of quirky facts, in which contestants are rewarded more if their answers are 'quite interesting'. |
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 - Panellist | |
| 1994 |
Room 101Fast-moving game show meets talk show, which sees Frank Skinner refereeing three celebrities each week as they compete to banish... |
Self - Guest | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| TBA |
Sky Comedy Christmas ShortsA series of self-contained short films about the Christmas experience, created by some of Britain's rising comedy stars. |
Self |
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James Acaster's career highlights include multiple award nominations and his acclaimed stand-up specials. He is well-known for his appearances on British television, particularly 'Taskmaster' and '8 Out of 10 Cats.'
James Acaster has received several nominations for comedy awards, including the Edinburgh Comedy Awards. While he has not won, his work is highly regarded in the comedy community.
James Acaster's first film appearance was in 'The Last Leg' in 2012, where he showcased his comedic talents. He has since expanded his filmography with various appearances.
James Acaster's most successful shows include 'Repertoire' and 'Cold Lasagne Hate Myself 1999.' These specials have received critical acclaim and contributed to his popularity.
James Acaster tends to keep his personal life private. He has not publicly shared details about relationships and focuses more on his professional career.
James Acaster's estimated net worth is around $1 million. This figure reflects his success as a comedian and actor over the years.
James Acaster has achieved significant milestones with his stand-up specials and television appearances. His unique style has garnered a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim.
James Acaster's comedy often revolves around observational humor, personal anecdotes, and surreal storytelling. His distinctive style resonates with audiences, making him a standout comedian.