Rick Edwards - Actor Profile

Rick Edwards

Acting
Freshness: Jan 31, 2026
5Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 20, 1979
Birth Place: UK

About Rick Edwards

Rick began his career on the standup circuit after graduating with a degree in Natural Sciences from Cambridge University. He now works as a journalist, presenter and screenwriter. Rick has a keen interest in history and loves a bit of wild swimming - he has swum outdoors across the UK. On television, Rick hosts BBC1’s smash daytime quiz show !mpossible which will be recording its fourth series in 2018. Amongst his other numerous presenting credits are: ITV2’s comedy roast Safeword, BBC Three’s live current affairs debate show Free Speech and Channel 4’s Paralympic Breakfast Show. Rick hosts the podcast Science(ish) alongside Dr Michael Brooks which delves into the science behind popular films. The series proved such a hit that the duo were commissioned by Atlantic to write a book of the same name, Science(ish): The Peculiar Science Behind The Movies, which was published in October 2017 and ranked number 1 in the Physics, Cosmology and Humorous Essays Amazon charts for several weeks as well as achieving a position of 21 in the overall book charts. The podcast itself has topped the iTunes Science & Medicine chart.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Rick Edwards reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 5 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Rick Edwards's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Rick Edwards remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Science(ish) of… Stranger Things, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Rick Edwards Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Rick Edwards's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Rick Edwards.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2021 The Science(ish) of… Stranger Things Self Super Hit Similar →
2016 FHM: The Last of the Lads' Mags Self - Narrator (voice) Flop Similar →
2013 Doctor Who Live: The Afterparty Presenter Super Hit Similar →
2013 Stalled Operator (voice) Flop Similar →
2011 Chalet Girl Himself - T4 Presenter Average Similar →

Rick Edwards - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Rick Edwards?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rick Edwards is "The Science(ish) of… Stranger Things" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Rick Edwards acted in?

Rick Edwards has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Rick Edwards?

Other notable films include "Doctor Who Live: The Afterparty", "Chalet Girl", and "Stalled".