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Last updated on the 3 June 2024 by Maeve
Mini Biography
Born: 2 May 1974, Bromham, Bedfordshire, England.
Growing up, Matt Berry displayed a keen interest in music and comedy. He honed his skills by participating in local theatre productions and exploring various musical instruments. Berry attended Nottingham Trent University, where he pursued a degree in contemporary arts. During his time at university, he became involved in the local music scene, performing with several bands and developing his unique musical style.
Matt Berry’s career took off in the early 2000s when he began appearing in various television shows and films. He gained recognition for his role as Douglas Reynholm in the popular British sitcom “The IT Crowd,” which showcased his comedic timing and versatility as an actor. This role earned him a BAFTA Award for Best Male Comedy Performance in 2011.
One of Berry’s most notable achievements is his work as a writer and star of the critically acclaimed television series “Toast of London.” This surreal comedy series, which premiered in 2012, follows the misadventures of eccentric actor Steven Toast. Berry’s portrayal of Toast garnered widespread praise and further solidified his reputation as a comedic genius.
Beyond his television success, Matt Berry has made notable contributions to the world of voice acting. He has provided the voice for characters in “Watership Down” and “Disenchantment.”
WINNER|Television: Male Performance In A Comedy Programme for Toast of London (2015)
Suggested viewing
The Year of the Rabbit (2019)
Bftv 9.0 / IMDb 8.5
“The Year of the Rabbit” is a British comedy TV series set in Victorian London. It revolves around Detective Inspector Rabbit, a bumbling and unconventional detective, as he attempts to solve crimes alongside his equally eccentric partner. Filled with dark humour, absurdity and clever wit.
Top cast: Matt Berry, Freddie Fox, Susan Wokoma, Alun Armstrong, Keeley Hawes, David Dawson, Jill Halfpenny, Paul Kaye.
Toast of London (2012)
Bftv 9.0 / IMDb 8.2
“Toast of London” is a British comedy TV series that follows the misadventures of Steven Toast, a middle-aged, eccentric actor struggling to revive his declining career. With his hilarious antics, Toast navigates through absurd situations, quirky characters, and his own inflated ego.
Top cast: Matt Berry, Robert Bathurst, Doon Mackichan, Harry Peacock, Tim Downie, Tracy-Ann Oberman, Shazad Latif, Morgana Robinson.
The IT Crowd (2006)
Bftv 9.5 / IMDb 8.5
“The IT Crowd” is a British sitcom that revolves around the misadventures of the IT department at Reynholm Industries. With a socially awkward team consisting of Roy, Moss and their clueless boss, Jen, the show explores their encounters with geek culture, office absurdities and technological mishaps.
Top cast: Chris O’Dowd, Richard Ayoade, Katherine Parkinson, Matt Berry, Noel Fielding, Chris Morris, Graham Linehan, Adam Buxton.
Snuff Box (2006)
Bftv 8.5 / IMDb 7.9
“Snuff Box” is a British dark comedy TV series that follows the lives of Matt Berry and Rich Fulcher, who play fictionalised versions of themselves working as hangmen during the day and struggling comedians at night. With a mix of surreal sketches, musical numbers and absurd humour, this cult classic offers a twisted and hilarious glimpse into their bizarre world.
Top cast: Matt Berry, Rich Fulcher, Mark Heap, Peter Serafinowicz, Noel Fielding, Daisy Haggard, Simon Farnaby, James Bachman.
Garth Marenghi’s Darkplace (2004)
Bftv 9.0 / IMDb 8.5
“Garth Marenghi’s Darkplace” is a British comedy-horror TV series that parodies 1980s supernatural dramas. Set in a fictional hospital, it follows author Garth Marenghi and his exaggerated self-portrayal as a doctor. With intentionally cheesy effects, over-the-top acting and self-referential humour, the show delivers a side-splittingly absurd and nostalgic experience.
Top cast: Matthew Holness, Richard Ayoade, Matt Berry, Alice Lowe, Kim Noble, Julian Barratt, Graham Linehan, Stephen Merchant.
The Mighty Boosh (2003)
Bftv 9.0 / IMDb 8.4
“The Mighty Boosh” is a surreal British comedy series that follows the adventures of Howard Moon and Vince Noir, two friends working at a zoo. Together, they encounter bizarre characters, travel through strange and fantastical worlds, and embark on absurd and hilarious escapades. This cult classic combines music, comedy and surrealism into a truly unique and entertaining experience.
Top cast: Noel Fielding, Julian Barratt, Michael Fielding, Rich Fulcher, Dave Brown, Dee Plume, Richard Ayoade, Matt Berry.
