Louis Theroux is best known for his documentary series ‘Louis Theroux’s Weird Weekends’ (1998–2000), ‘When Louis Met…’ (2000–2002), and the feature film ‘My Scientology Movie’ (2015), in which he appears as himself.
Films
- The ForgivenRuben’s father2021
- My Scientology MovieHimself / presenter2015
- Louis Theroux: The Night in QuestionHimself / presenter2014
- Louis Theroux: Law and Disorder in Las VegasHimself / presenter2010
TV shows
- Louis Theroux: Forbidden AmericaHimself / presenter2022
- Louis Theroux: Life on the EdgeHimself / presenter2020
- Louis Theroux: Altered StatesHimself / presenter2018
- Louis Theroux: Dark StatesHimself / presenter2017
- Louis Theroux: Talking to AnorexiaHimself / presenter2017
- Louis Theroux: Drinking to OblivionHimself / presenter2016
- Louis Theroux: A Place for PaedophilesHimself / presenter2009
- Louis Theroux: The City Addicted to Crystal MethHimself / presenter2009
- When Louis Met…Himself / presenter2002
- Louis Theroux’s Weird WeekendsHimself / presenter1998
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About Louis Theroux
Louis Theroux is a British-American documentary filmmaker and broadcaster known for his immersive, empathetic style of journalism. Since the mid-1990s, he has produced a string of acclaimed documentaries for the BBC, exploring fringe subcultures, controversial institutions, and extraordinary individuals.
FAQs
What is Louis Theroux’s most famous documentary?
His most famous series is ‘Louis Theroux’s Weird Weekends’ (1998–2000), where he embedded with various American subcultures such as survivalists, white supremacists, and porn stars.
Has Louis Theroux acted in any fictional films?
Yes, he made his fictional film debut in 2021’s ‘The Forgiven’, playing a minor role as Ruben’s father.
How many documentaries has Louis Theroux made?
He has made over 40 documentary films and series, many of which are standalone specials for the BBC.
Is Louis Theroux related to the musician Moby?
No, but he is a cousin of the journalist and author Paul Theroux, and the nephew of the writer Alexander Theroux.
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