Matthew Holness
ActingAbout Matthew Holness
Born in Whitstable, Kent in 1975, Matthew Holness is an English comedian, actor, writer and director. He is best known for his comic creation, the fictional horror novelist Garth Marenghi. He read English at Trinity College, Cambridge and was vice-president of the Cambridge Footlights. His contemporaries included Footlights president, David Mitchell, Robert Webb, Olivia Colman and his Marenghi co-writer Richard Ayoade. Holness first appeared on television as a cast-member of the 2000 BBC Choice TV series Bruiser, which starred Mitchell, Webb, Colman and Martin Freeman. In that same year he won the Perrier at the Edinburgh Fringe for Garty Marenghi's Fright Night, which was transferred to UK television in the guise of the 2004 Channel 4 horror comedy Garth Marenghi's Darkplace. Other credits include 2006's Man to Man with Dean Learner, several productions with Ricky Gervais such as The Office, Life's Too Short and Cemetery Junction, and the 2017 Channel 4 sitcom Back which starred Mitchell and Webb. In 2018 he made his feature length directorial debut with the film Possum, having previously helmed short films The Snipist and A Gun For George.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Matthew Holness reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 7 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Matthew Holness's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 43% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Matthew Holness remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Friday Night Dinner: 10 Years and a Lovely Bit of Squirrel, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Matthew Holness Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Matthew Holness's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Matthew Holness.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Dodger Special: Bad Egg | Sir Denholm Havers | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Friday Night Dinner: 10 Years and a Lovely Bit of Squirrel | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Italia Violenta | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | A Gun for George | Terry / George / The Reprisalizer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Cemetery Junction | Band Leader | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Festival | Roger - Lighting Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Backstage... at the Cambridge Footlights | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Matthew Holness - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Matthew Holness?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Matthew Holness is "Friday Night Dinner: 10 Years and a Lovely Bit of Squirrel" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Matthew Holness acted in?
Matthew Holness has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Matthew Holness?
Other notable films include "A Gun for George", "Cemetery Junction", and "Festival".