James Fleet is best known as Tom in ‘The Vicar of Dibley’, Hugo in ‘Four Weddings and a Funeral’, and John in ‘The Crown’.
Films
- The Phantom of the OpenReverend Dawson2021
- RazorsharpMichael Gove2016
- Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger!Mr. Peterson2012
- The Girl Who Invented KissingDad2006
- Four Weddings and a FuneralHugo1994
- The FoolLord Sillerman1990
TV shows
- The CrownJohn (equerry to the Queen Mother)2019
- UnforgottenFather Anthony2017
- You, Me and the ApocalypseTimothy2015
- Midsomer MurdersMalcolm Frazer2014
- The Vicar of DibleyTom (the verger)1994
- Inspector MorseDr. John Hardy1993
- Screen TwoReverend Fellows1992
- The BillPeter Manning1988
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About James Fleet
James Fleet is a British character actor with a career spanning four decades, known for his warm, often bumbling yet endearing screen presence. He rose to prominence playing the hapless Tom in the sitcom ‘The Vicar of Dibley’ and the nervous Hugo in the classic romantic comedy ‘Four Weddings and a Funeral’. His television work also includes roles in period dramas like ‘The Crown’ and detective…
FAQs
What is James Fleet’s most famous role?
He is best known for playing the kind-hearted verger Tom in the BBC sitcom ‘The Vicar of Dibley’ (1994–2007).
Did James Fleet appear in ‘Four Weddings and a Funeral’?
Yes, he played Hugo, the nervous and endearing cousin of the bride, in the 1994 hit film.
Has James Fleet been in ‘The Crown’?
Yes, he appeared in series 3 (2019) as John, an equerry to the Queen Mother.
What other notable TV series has he been in?
He has guest-starred in ‘Inspector Morse’, ‘Midsomer Murders’, ‘Unforgotten’, and ‘The Bill’, among others.
Is James Fleet still acting?
Yes, as of 2025 he remains active, with recent roles including the 2021 film ‘The Phantom of the Open’.
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