TV Shows - Rik Mayall
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on December 21, 2024. Rik Mayall has appeared in 1 television series with data.
#420Midsomer Murdersas David Roper • 1 episode • #420 most popular showMidsomer Murders is a British television detective drama series that follows the investigations of Detective Chief Inspector John Barnaby as he unravels a series of mysterious and often bizarre murders in the fictional county of Midsomer. The show, which first aired in 1997, is known for its picturesque rural setting and complex murder mysteries. With its signature blend of suspense, dark humor, and intriguing character dynamics, Midsomer Murders appeals to fans of both crime dramas and cozy mysteries.
Movies - Rik Mayall
Sorted by online popularity. Rik Mayall has appeared in 5 movies with data.
#1,984An American Werewolf in Londonas 2nd Chess Player • #1,984 most popular movieAn American Werewolf in London is a 1981 comedy horror werewolf film about two American backpackers attacked by a werewolf while traveling in England.
#2,169Drop Dead Fredas Drop Dead Fred • #2,169 most popular movieDrop Dead Fred is a 1991 black comedy fantasy film that follows Elizabeth Cronin, a young woman who conjures up her imaginary friend, Fred, to cope with the challenges in her life.
#4,476Shock Treatmentas 'Rest Home' Ricky • #4,476 most popular movieShock Treatment is a 1981 American musical comedy film that serves as a follow-up to The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Directed by Jim Sharman, it features Janet and Brad Majors navigating through the surreal world of Denton after being separated on a game show.
#4,507Valiantas Cufflingk (voice) • #4,507 most popular movieValiant is a 2005 computer-animated comedy film based on the true stories of war pigeons that assisted soldiers in World War II. The story follows Valiant, a woodland pigeon aspiring to be a hero, as he enlists in the Royal Homing Pigeon Service during the war.
#4,589Eye of the Needleas Sailor #2 • #4,589 most popular movieEye of the Needle is a 1981 British spy film featuring Donald Sutherland and Kate Nelligan, portraying a German Nazi spy named Henry Faber during World War II. Faber holds crucial intelligence about the upcoming D-Day invasion and seeks to return to Germany while stranded on Storm Island, off the Scottish coast.
Rik Mayall Biography
Rik Mayall (7 March 1958 – 9 June 2014) was an English comedian, actor, and writer. He gained recognition as a pioneer of alternative comedy in the 1980s and formed a close partnership with Ade Edmondson during their time at Manchester University. Mayall starred in several successful comedy series, including The Young Ones, Blackadder, and The Comic Strip Presents..., showcasing his energetic 'post-punk' comedic style. He also appeared in films such as Drop Dead Fred and Guest House Paradiso. Mayall won a Primetime Emmy Award for his voiceover work in The Willows in Winter. His sudden passing at the age of 56 left behind a legacy of brilliant comedy and a unique stage presence.
On December 21, 2024, Rik Mayall had 1,845 Wikipedia visits, making him the #2,969 most popular actor online.
