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Last updated on the 26 March 2024 by Evandrus
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Born: October 17, 1966, Sedgefield, County Durham, England.
Mark Gatiss is an English actor, comedian, writer, and producer. He is best known for his work on the BBC series “Doctor Who” and “Sherlock.”
Gatiss began his career in the 1990s as a member of the comedy group “The League of Gentlemen,” which he co-created with Steve Pemberton, Reece Shearsmith, and Jeremy Dyson. The group’s dark and surreal humor earned them a cult following and led to a successful TV series and a feature film.
In addition to his work with “The League of Gentlemen,” Gatiss has written and acted in numerous other TV shows and films, including “Doctor Who,” “Sherlock,” “Game of Thrones,” and “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy.” He has also written several novels and plays, including the critically acclaimed “The Vesuvius Club.”
Gatiss is a lifelong fan of horror and science fiction, and his work often reflects this passion. He has written and presented several documentaries on the history of horror and science fiction, including “Horror Europa” and “The Story of Science Fiction.”
In addition to his creative work, Mark Gatiss is also a prominent LGBTQ+ activist and has spoken openly about his own experiences as a gay man. He has been involved in several campaigns to promote LGBTQ+ rights and has been recognised for his contributions to the community.
WINNER|Television: Drama Series for Sherlock (2011)
Suggested viewing
In Search of Dracula with Mark Gatiss (2020)
Bftv 8.5 / IMDb 7.6
“In Search of Dracula with Mark Gatiss” is a BBC documentary in which actor Mark Gatiss explores the enduring legacy of Bram Stoker’s iconic vampire, Count Dracula. Through interviews with actors, filmmakers, and historians, Gatiss traces Dracula’s journey from the pages of Stoker’s novel to the silver screen, examining the character’s evolution and impact on popular culture. The film also features a reunion of seven of the “Hammer Brides,” the actresses who played Dracula’s female victims in the popular Hammer Film Productions horror films of the 1950s and 1960s.
Top cast: Mark Gatiss, Claes Bang, Stephanie Beacham, Isla Blair, Jack Derges.
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The League of Gentlemen (1999)
Bftv 9.0 / IMDb 8.4 “The League of Gentlemen” is a dark, surreal comedy sitcom set in the fictional town of Royston Vasey, where a cast of eccentric and often grotesque characters navigate the mundane and bizarre aspects of their lives. Created by Mark Gatiss, Steve Pemberton, and Reece Shearsmith, the show blends dark humour, horror, and slapstick into a unique and unsettling viewing experience. Top cast: Mark Gatiss, Steve Pemberton, Reece Shearsmith. |
Sherlock (2010)
Bftv 9.0 / IMDb 9.1 In a modern-day reimagining of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic detective stories, “Sherlock” follows the eccentric consulting detective Sherlock Holmes as he tackles a series of baffling crimes in the bustling city of London. Alongside his loyal companion Dr. John Watson, Sherlock uses his extraordinary observational skills and deductive reasoning to unravel the mysteries that perplex the police. Top cast: Benedict Cumberbatch, Martin Freeman, Una Stubbs, Rupert Graves, Louise Brealey, Mark Gatiss, Andrew Scott, Vinette Robinson, Amanda Abington. |
Dracula (2020)
Bftv 8.5 / IMDb 6.8 Set in 1897, the miniseries “Dracula” follows the journey of Jonathan Harker, a young solicitor sent to Transylvania to assist Count Dracula in purchasing property in England. Harker soon discovers Dracula’s true nature as a vampire and must find a way to stop him from spreading his evil across Europe. The series features a modern take on the classic tale, blending horror with humour and suspense. Top cast: Claes Bang, Dolly Wells, John Heffernan, Morfydd Clark, Joanna Scanlan, Lujza Richter, Jonathan Aris, Sacha Dhawan, Mark Gatiss. |
An Adventure in Space and Time (2013)
Bftv 9.0 / IMDb 8.2 “An Adventure in Space and Time” is a television film that chronicles the creation of the beloved science fiction series Doctor Who in 1963. The film delves into the challenges and triumphs faced by the show’s creative team, including producer Verity Lambert, director Waris Hussein, and actor William Hartnell, who took on the role of the enigmatic time traveller known as the Doctor. Top cast: David Bradley, Jessica Raine, Brian Cox, Sacha Dhawan, Lesley Manville, Jeff Rawle, Jamie Glover, Jemma Powell. |
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