Richard Ayoade
Richard Ayoade is a British actor, director, and writer known for his unique comedic style and distinctive voice. He gained recognition through roles in 'The IT Crowd' and 'Submarine'. Ayoade has built a reputation for his offbeat humor and creative storytelling in both television and... Read More
Known for
Soul (2020)
Joe Gardner is a middle school teacher with a love for jazz music. After a successful audition at the Half Note Club, he suddenly...
The IT Crowd (2006–2013)
Two I.T. nerds and their clueless female manager, who work in the basement of a very successful company. When they are called on for...
The Watch (2012)
Four everyday suburban guys come together as an excuse to escape their humdrum lives one night a week. But when they accidentally discover that...
Personal details
Credits
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 |
Sonic the Hedgehog 4Sonic the Hedgehog, joined by a new hero named Amy, faces a new technological nemesis known as Metal Sonic. |
Unknown character | |
| 2026 |
UnacceptableCompeting comedians as they try to convince a live studio audience of their most outrageous and unacceptable opinions. Hosted by... |
Self - Team Captain | |
| 2026 |
Star Wars: Maul - Shadow LordAfter the Clone Wars, Maul plots to rebuild his criminal syndicate on a planet untouched by the Empire. |
Two-Boots (voice) | |
| 2025 |
The Bad Guys 2The now-reformed Bad Guys are trying (very, very hard) to be good, but instead find themselves hijacked into a high-stakes,... |
Professor Marmalade (voice) | |
| 2025 |
The Phoenician SchemeWealthy businessman Zsa-zsa Korda appoints his only daughter, a nun, as sole heir to his estate. As Korda embarks on... |
Sergio | |
| 2025 |
The Extraordinary Miss FlowerA spellbinding performance film by Iain Forsyth and Jane Pollard, bringing to life the remarkable story the extraordinary Geraldine Flower,... |
Self | |
| 2024 |
Dream ProductionsRiley is growing up and when her memories need some extra processing, Joy and the rest of the Core Emotions... |
Xeni (voice) | |
| 2024 |
Ren & StimpyThis reboot of the 1991 slapstick buddy comedy of the same name centers on a skinny, temperamental chihuahua Ren and... |
Genie (voice) | |
| 2024 |
The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Three MoreFour tales unfold in Wes Anderson's anthology of short films adapted from Roald Dahl's beloved stories, "The Wonderful Story of... |
Dr. Marshall / The Great Yogi / Various (archive footage) | |
| 2024 |
Rob Beckett's Smart TVHosted by the brilliant Rob Beckett alongside his team captains – TV fanatic Josh Widdicombe, and a lady who frankly... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2024 |
Rob Beckett's Smart TVHosted by the brilliant Rob Beckett alongside his team captains – TV fanatic Josh Widdicombe, and a lady who frankly... |
Self - Panelist | |
| 2023 |
The Rat CatcherIn an English village, a reporter and a mechanic listen to a ratcatcher explain his clever plan to outwit his... |
Editor | |
| 2023 |
KrapopolisIn mythical ancient Greece, a flawed family of humans, gods and monsters tries to run one of the world’s first... |
Tyrannis (voice) | |
| 2023 |
The Wonderful Story of Henry SugarA rich man learns about a guru who can see without using his eyes. He sets out to master the... |
Dr. Marshall / Yogi | |
| 2022 |
Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon KnightFollow the adventures of Po, who partners up with a no-nonsense English knight named Wandering Blade to find a collection... |
Archmage Kyle (voice) | |
| 2022 |
Devise the Plan: Making 'The Bad Guys'Documentary on 'The Bad Guys' (2022), covering the original books, voice cast, making of the heist scene, animation style, and... |
Self | |
| 2022 |
The Bad GuysWhen the Bad Guys, a crew of criminal animals, are finally caught after years of heists and being the world’s... |
Professor Marmalade (voice) | |
| 2021 |
Along for the Ride with David O'DohertyComedian David O'Doherty gets to know celebrities on cycling adventures across the UK in a fun-filled interview show that delivers... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
The Electrical Life of Louis WainThe extraordinary true story of eccentric British artist Louis Wain, whose playful, sometimes even psychedelic pictures helped to transform the... |
Henry Wood | |
| 2021 |
Question TeamIn every episode Richard invites three comedians to join his Question Team. In a brazen act of indolence, Richard is... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
The Souvenir: Part IIIn the aftermath of her tumultuous relationship with a charismatic and manipulative older man, Julie begins to untangle her fraught... |
Patrick | |
| 2021 |
Blankety BlankBradley Walsh presents the triumphant return of Britain's blank-iest game show. Can he control his celebrity panel and help contestants... |
Self - Panellist | |
| 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 |
Monsters at WorkEver since he was a kid, Tylor Tuskmon has dreamed of becoming a Scarer just like his idol James P.... |
Declan (voice) | |
| 2021 |
RugratsA reinvention of the beloved 90s cartoon, Rugrats follows a group of adventurous babies as they discover the big world... |
Duffy (voice) | |
| 2021 |
22 vs. EarthSet before the events of ‘Soul’, 22 refuses to go to Earth, enlisting a gang of 5 new souls in... |
Counselor Jerry (voice) | |
| 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 |
SoulJoe Gardner is a middle school teacher with a love for jazz music. After a successful audition at the Half... |
Counselor Jerry (voice) | |
| 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 |
Men in BrownA threat to humankind hides among us and there's only two men that can find it. It's up to Ant... |
Self | |
| 2019 |
The MandalorianAfter the fall of the Galactic Empire, lawlessness has spread throughout the galaxy. A lone gunfighter makes his way through... |
Zero (voice) | |
| 2019 |
The SouvenirA shy but ambitious film student falls into an intense, emotionally fraught relationship with a charismatic but untrustworthy older man. |
Patrick | |
| 2019 |
MoominvalleyFollow the life and adventures of curious, kind and idealistic Moomintroll. A typical hero in a coming-of-age story, Moomintroll tries... |
The Ghost (voice) | |
| 2019 |
The Lego Movie 2: The Second PartIt's been five years since everything was awesome and the citizens are facing a huge new threat: LEGO DUPLO® invaders... |
Ice Cream Cone (voice) | |
| 2019 |
HypotheticalHosted by Josh Widdicombe and James Acaster, top comedians are posed absurd hypothetical situations and scored on how well they... |
Self | |
| 2018 |
DisenchantmentSet in a ruined medieval city called Dreamland, Disenchantment follows the grubby adventures of a hard-drinking princess, her feisty elf... |
Alva Gunderson / Gordy (voice) | |
| 2018 |
DisenchantmentSet in a ruined medieval city called Dreamland, Disenchantment follows the grubby adventures of a hard-drinking princess, her feisty elf... |
(voice) | |
| 2018 |
DisenchantmentSet in a ruined medieval city called Dreamland, Disenchantment follows the grubby adventures of a hard-drinking princess, her feisty elf... |
Alva Gunderson (voice) | |
| 2018 |
Buff Up My HeadApple and Onion are prepping for Burger's party. All they have to do is buff up their head. |
Onion (voice) | |
| 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 |
Celebrity CatchphraseIn this entertaining series packed with laughs, celebrity contestants attempt to work out catchphrases based on fun animations. Animations include... |
Unknown character | |
| 2018 |
Apple & OnionIn a world of talking food, best mates Apple and Onion fumble through city life, tackling ordinary problems by extraordinary... |
Onion (voice) | |
| 2018 |
Early ManDug, along with his sidekick Hognob, unite a cavemen tribe to save their hidden valley from being spoiled and, all... |
Treebor (voice) | |
| 2018 |
Roast BattleRoast Battle is a British roast comedy show that is broadcast on Comedy Central. The show is hosted by Jimmy... |
Self - Guest Judge | |
| 2017 |
Paddington 2Paddington, now happily settled with the Browns, picks up a series of odd jobs to buy the perfect present for... |
Forensic Investigator | |
| 2017 |
Neo YokioJoined by his faithful mecha-butler, Kaz Kaan pursues love, fashion and supernatural forces amid Neo Yokio's sinister high society. |
Herbert Sims (voice) | |
| 2017 |
The Crystal MazeA team of intrepid contestants tackle a series of ingenious games and fiendish challenges in a giant fantasy world, with... |
Host | |
| 2017 |
The Fake News ShowStephen Mangan hosts the comedy panel show with Richard Osman, Katherine Ryan, Jon Richardson and Richard Ayoade to peek behind... |
Himself - Panelist | |
| 2017 |
Miranda: Morecambe & Wise and MeEric and Ernie devotee Miranda Hart celebrates the incomparable comedy duo as she takes a look back at their top... |
Self | |
| 2016 |
Peter Cook and Dudley Moore: The Missing SketchesThis documentary showcases a number of new clips which have recently come to light from sketches which were thought to... |
Self | |
| 2015 |
Danger MouseDanger Mouse is back saving London, saving the World and, most importantly, saving Penfold in brand new and fantastically absurd,... |
The Snowman (voice) | |
| 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 - Host | |
| 2014 |
The BoxtrollsAn orphaned boy raised by underground creatures called Boxtrolls comes up from the sewers and out of his box to... |
Mr. Pickles (voice) | |
| 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 |
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 |
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 | |
| 2014 |
The IT Crowd ManualThis behind-the-scenes documentary features interviews with the creators and cast of the cult comedy "The IT Crowd", plus chats with... |
Self - Maurice Moss | |
| 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 - Team Captain | |
| 2013 |
Strange Hill HighMitchell, Becky, and Templeton set out to discover their school's many mysteries and secrets, along the way encountering monsters, paradoxes,... |
Templeton (voice) | |
| 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 |
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 |
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 - Guest Captain | |
| 2013 |
GoggleboxGogglebox is an entertaining television review programme in which some of Britain's most opinionated and avid telly viewers comment freely... |
Self | |
| 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... |
Presenter | |
| 2012 |
Full EnglishRevolves around the lives of members of a suburban family called the Johnsons. Hard-working Edgar, the father, is employed by... |
Edgar Johnson | |
| 2012 |
The WatchFour everyday suburban guys come together as an excuse to escape their humdrum lives one night a week. But when... |
Jamarcus | |
| 2012 |
Noel Fielding's Luxury ComedyNoel Fielding fronts this psychedelic character-based comedy show half filmed and half animated, with music provided by Kasabian's Sergio Pizzorno. |
City Gent / Tom Lagoona | |
| 2012 |
Noel Fielding's Luxury ComedyNoel Fielding fronts this psychedelic character-based comedy show half filmed and half animated, with music provided by Kasabian's Sergio Pizzorno. |
Todd Lagoona | |
| 2012 |
Noel Fielding's Luxury ComedyNoel Fielding fronts this psychedelic character-based comedy show half filmed and half animated, with music provided by Kasabian's Sergio Pizzorno. |
Tod Lagoona (voice) | |
| 2012 |
Noel Fielding's Luxury ComedyNoel Fielding fronts this psychedelic character-based comedy show half filmed and half animated, with music provided by Kasabian's Sergio Pizzorno. |
City Gent | |
| 2012 |
Noel Fielding's Luxury ComedyNoel Fielding fronts this psychedelic character-based comedy show half filmed and half animated, with music provided by Kasabian's Sergio Pizzorno. |
Reality Man / Narrator / Todd Laguna | |
| 2011 |
Black MirrorTwisted tales run wild in this mind-bending anthology series that reveals humanity's worst traits, greatest innovations and more. |
Richard Ayoade (voice) | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 2009 |
Bunny and the BullA young shut-in takes an imaginary road trip inside his apartment, based on mementos and memories of a European trek... |
Museum Curator | |
| 2007 |
Wynde: Behind the ManDocumentary on Tim Wynde made by a British television company shortly after the first broadcast of 'AD/BC.' However, owing to... |
Interviewer | |
| 2007 |
The IT CrowdYou know those cool guys who charm the ladies, have tons of friends and get invited to the hottest parties?... |
Moss | |
| 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 | |
| 2006 |
Man to Man with Dean LearnerMan to Man with Dean Learner is a British comedy chat show that was first broadcast on Channel 4 on... |
Dean Learner | |
| 2006 |
Time TrumpetSet in the year 2031, this mockumentary looks back at events that ostensibly happened during the first 30 years of... |
Unknown character | |
| 2006 |
Snuff Box"High Executioner to the King of England" Matt Berry and his assistant Rich Fulcher, spend their free time in a... |
Music Show Host | |
| 2006 |
The IT CrowdThe comedic misadventures of Roy, Moss, and their grifting supervisor Jen, a 'motley crew' of IT support workers at a... |
Maurice Moss | |
| 2005 |
The Mighty Boosh: Inside the ZooniverseDocumentary of the creation of Series 1 of The Mighty Boosh. |
Unknown character | |
| 2005 |
Festival'Festival' is a black comedy set during the annual Edinburgh Fringe festival. The film is based around both the judging... |
Dwight Swan | |
| 2005 |
8 Out of 10 CatsA weekly, topical panel show based around a huge series of opinion poll surveys carried out around Britain. |
Self | |
| 2005 |
Nathan BarleyNathan Barley is a Channel 4 sitcom written by Charlie Brooker and Chris Morris, starring Nicholas Burns, Julian Barratt, Charlie... |
Ned Smanks | |
| 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 |
2004: The Stupid VersionArmando Iannucci's alternative take on some of the events that have defined the past 12 months. |
Himself | |
| 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 - Panellist | |
| 2004 |
AD/BC: A Rock OperaAn all-singing, all-dancing, star-spangled musical leap around the biblical story of the Nativity, set in 1972. With a comic twist,... |
Joseph | |
| 2004 |
The Life and Death of Peter SellersThe turbulent personal and professional life of actor Peter Sellers (1925-1980), from his beginnings as a comic performer on BBC... |
Photographer at Wedding | |
| 2004 |
The Mighty BooshA British comic fantasy containing humour and pop-culture references. Episodes often featured elaborate musical numbers in different genres, such as... |
Saboo | |
| 2004 |
Garth Marenghi's DarkplaceWhen the Hellmouth opens beneath Darkplace Hospital in downtown Romford, kiddy doctor, Vietnam veteran and ex-warlock Dr. Rick Dagless M.D.... |
Dean Learner / Thornton Reed | |
| 2003 |
Hello, FriendA man working home slowly discovers that a computer enhancement Is controlling him and all his loved ones. |
Computer Man | |
| 1999 |
SpongeBob SquarePantsDeep down in the Pacific Ocean in the subterranean city of Bikini Bottom lives a square yellow sponge named SpongeBob... |
Sammy Suckerfish (voice) | |
| 1997 |
Armstrong and MillerArmstrong and Miller is a comedy sketch television show that aired between 1997 and 2001 featuring Alexander Armstrong and Ben... |
Unknown character | |
| 1997 |
Backstage... at the Cambridge FootlightsDocumentary of the 1997 Footlights, the theatrical club of Cambridge University. |
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 | |
| 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 |
The Crystal MazeThe Crystal Maze was a British game show, produced by Chatsworth Television and shown on Channel 4 in the United... |
Himself - Host | |
| 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 |
The Bad Guys 3The third installment of The Bad Guys by DreamWorks Animation, and based on the book series by Aaron Blabey. Plot... |
Professor Marmalade (voice) | |
| TBA |
The Semplica Girl DiariesFamily man Lloyd Turner is facing up to his 40th birthday with the prospect of a new decade mouldering in... |
Unknown character | |
| TBA |
Danger Island16 year-old climate activist Hanna works tirelessly to raise climate awareness and fight against global warming, but the last person... |
Dr. Medino (voice) | |
| TBA |
garth marenghi's darkplace horrificata illuminataGarth Marenghi, Dean Learner and Todd Rivers are interviewed about working on Garth Marenghi's Darkplace. |
dean learner |
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Got a question about Richard Ayoade?
Richard Ayoade is best known for his roles in 'The IT Crowd' and 'Submarine'. He has also appeared in films like 'The Double' and 'The Souvenir'.
Yes, Richard Ayoade has received several awards, including a BAFTA for Best Comedy and the British Independent Film Award for Best Director for 'Submarine'.
Richard Ayoade's first feature film as a director was 'Submarine', released in 2010, which also marked his debut as a writer.
His most successful films include 'Submarine' and 'The Double', both of which received critical acclaim and showcased his unique directorial style.
Richard Ayoade is married to Lydia Ayoade, and they have two children. He tends to keep his family life private and out of the public eye.
Richard Ayoade's estimated net worth is around $4 million, primarily earned through his acting, directing, and writing career.
Key milestones include directing 'Submarine', starring in 'The IT Crowd', and his work on 'Travel Man', which showcases his versatility as a performer.
Richard Ayoade is known for his quirky and deadpan humor, often portraying socially awkward characters, which has become a signature aspect of his acting style.