Best known as Moss in ‘The IT Crowd’, as director of ‘Submarine’, and as the voice of ‘The Boxtrolls’ narrators.
Films
- The Souvenir Part IIPatrick2021
- The FestivalThe Dean2018
- Paddington 2Curator (Photograph)2017
- The Lego Batman MovieDick Grayson / Robin (voice)2017
- The BoxtrollsMr. Pickles (voice)2014
- The DoubleNurse / Assistant (cameo)2013
- SubmarineNarrator / … (also writer-director)2010
TV shows
- The Great British Bake Off: An Extra SliceHimself (guest host)2020
- Travel Man: 48 Hours in…Himself (presenter)2015–2020
- The Crystal MazeHimself (host)2016–2018
- CommunityProfessor Brian McHale (2 episodes)2012–2013
- The IT CrowdMaurice Moss2006–2013
- The Mighty BooshSaboo (recurring)2004–2007
- DarkplaceDean Learner2004
- Nathan BarleyNeg (Nige)2005
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About Richard Ayoade
Richard Ayoade is an English actor, comedian, writer and director, best known for his deadpan comic style. He first gained prominence as Maurice Moss in the Channel 4 sitcom ‘The IT Crowd’, and has since built a distinctive filmography as both a performer and a writer-director of acclaimed films such as ‘Submarine’ and ‘The Double’.
FAQs
Did Richard Ayoade win any awards for his acting?
He won the British Comedy Award for Best Male Comedy Newcomer in 2007 for his role as Moss in ‘The IT Crowd’, and was nominated for a BAFTA for Best Male Performance in a Comedy Programme in 2011.
Has Richard Ayoade directed any feature films?
Yes, he directed the critically acclaimed ‘Submarine’ (2010) and ‘The Double’ (2013), both of which he also wrote or co-wrote.
Is Richard Ayoade the presenter of Travel Man?
Yes, he presented ‘Travel Man: 48 Hours in…’ from 2015 to 2020, a Channel 4 travel series where he visited various European cities, often with a comedian guest.
What voice role did Richard Ayoade play in The Lego Batman Movie?
He voiced Dick Grayson / Robin, bringing his trademark deadpan delivery to the character.
What was Richard Ayoade’s first major TV role?
His early breakthrough came as the eccentric Saboo in ‘The Mighty Boosh’ (2004–2007), but his definitive role is Maurice Moss in ‘The IT Crowd’ (2006–2013).
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