Stephen Merchant
Biography: Stephen Merchant is a British writer, director, radio presenter, stand-up comedian, and actor, best known for his work on The Office, Extras, and The Ricky Gervais Show.
Place of Birth: Not available
Birthday: November 24, 1974
Deathday: N/A
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Tooth Fairy
2010-01-14
Tooth Fairy
Overview: When minor-league hockey player Derek Thompson -- who has a penchant for knocking out his opponents' teeth every time he plays -- disillusions a fan, he is sentenced to a stint for one week as a bona fide, tutu-clad, real-life tooth fairy. Soon, Derek is inspired to rekindle his youthful dreams.
Genres: Comedy Family Fantasy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2010-01-14
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The Invention of Lying
2009-10-02
The Invention of Lying
Overview: Set in a world where the concept of lying doesn't exist, a loser changes his lot when he invents lying and uses it to get ahead.
Genres: Comedy Fantasy Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-10-02
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A Boy Called Christmas
2021-11-24
A Boy Called Christmas
Overview: An ordinary young boy called Nikolas sets out on an extraordinary adventure into the snowy north in search of his father who is on a quest to discover the fabled village of the elves, Elfhelm. Taking with him a headstrong reindeer called Blitzen and a loyal pet mouse, Nikolas soon meets his destiny in this magical and endearing story that proves nothing is impossible…
Genres: Family Adventure Fantasy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-11-24
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Run Fatboy Run
2007-09-06
Run Fatboy Run
Overview: Five years after jilting his pregnant fiancée on their wedding day, out-of-shape Dennis decides to run a marathon to win her back.
Genres: Comedy Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-09-06
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Gnomeo & Juliet
2011-01-13
Gnomeo & Juliet
Overview: A version of Shakespeare's play, set in the world of warring indoor and outdoor gnomes. Garden gnomes Gnomeo and Juliet have as many obstacles to overcome as their quasi namesakes when they are caught up in a feud between neighbors. But with plastic pink flamingos and lawnmower races in the mix, can this young couple find lasting happiness?
Genres: Animation Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-01-13
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Hall Pass
2011-02-25
Hall Pass
Overview: When best buds Rick and Fred begin to show signs of restlessness at home, their wives take a bold approach to revitalize their marriages, they grant the guys a 'hall pass'—one week of freedom to do whatever they want. At first, it seems like a dream come true, but they quickly discover that their expectations of the single life—and themselves—are completely and hilariously out of sync with reality.
Genres: Comedy Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-02-25
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Burke & Hare
2010-10-29
Burke & Hare
Overview: Two 19th-century opportunists become serial killers so that they can maintain their profitable business supplying cadavers to an anatomist.
Genres: Comedy Thriller History Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2010-10-29
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There's Something About Romcoms
2016-08-20
There's Something About Romcoms
Overview: The inside story of the best modern romcoms with Meg Ryan, Hugh Grant, Richard Curtis, Dermot Mulrooney, Rupert Everett, Jason Alexander, Stephen Merchant, Tim Bevan, Bobby Farrelly and Simon Callow. Narrated by Julie Walters.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2016-08-20
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Derren Brown: Behind the Mischief
2011-02-01
Derren Brown: Behind the Mischief
Overview: A documentary about Derren Brown. Discover the story of how he met his co-writer, his mother's feelings about his involvement in Russian Roulette, and an emotional visit back to his old school, university and the Bristol bars where Brown first began his close-up magic.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-02-01
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Stephen Merchant: Hello Ladies... Live!
2011-11-14
Stephen Merchant: Hello Ladies... Live!
Overview: Stephen Merchant, the Emmy, BAFTA and Golden Globe award winning co-creator of The Office and Extras in his first ever live stand-up comedy tour and it has been well worth the wait. The Guardian says "his performance is priceless...he can do funny just by being there" and The Times states that "the man is hilarious". Stepping into the lime light, Stephen Merchant is in search of a wife, discussing the problems of being 6ft7 in life, but also when it comes to the ladies, watching porn on VHS and re-enacting the first play he ever wrote! This is one not to be missed!
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-11-14
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Movie 43
2013-01-24
Movie 43
Overview: A series of interconnected short films are the backdrop for a maniac screenwriter who pitches insane storylines featuring some of Hollywood's biggest and brightest.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-01-24
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I Give It a Year
2013-02-08
I Give It a Year
Overview: After a quick courtship, two lovers hastily decide to tie the knot. As their first year of marriage unfolds, temptation and incompatibility put their relationship in jeopardy.
Genres: Comedy Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-02-08
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The Last Laugh
2016-04-18
The Last Laugh
Overview: Feature documentary about humor and the Holocaust, examining whether it is ever acceptable to use humor in connection with a tragedy of that scale, and the implications for other seemingly off-limits topics in a society that prizes free speech.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2016-04-18
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Kick Out the Jams: The Story of XFM
2022-08-31
Kick Out the Jams: The Story of XFM
Overview: Titled after the first-ever song to play on their airwaves, Kick Out the Jams follows the development of XFM from its rebellious pirate radio roots in the early 90’s, through to its official FM radio launch in 1997 as a major platform for launching alternative talent into the mainstream. The doc deep-dives into the struggles and influence of the station which gave rise to the likes of Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, whose global hits The Office and The Ricky Gervais Show were originally developed while working at the radio station.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-08-31
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Hello Ladies: The Movie
2014-11-22
Hello Ladies: The Movie
Overview: When Stuart learns that his British ex-girlfriend is planning to visit Los Angeles with her husband, he sets out to impress them with his glamorous lifestyle, enlisting a Russian model he’s just met to play the role of his beautiful girlfriend. What could go wrong?
Genres: Comedy TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-11-22
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Misery Loves Comedy
2015-01-23
Misery Loves Comedy
Overview: Do you have to be miserable to be funny? More than sixty comedians—including stand-ups, writers, actors, and directors from the US, Canada, and abroad—take on this question, sharing anecdotes and insights with lively enthusiasm.
Genres: Comedy Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2015-01-23
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How I Made The Office by Ricky Gervais
2002-10-14
How I Made The Office by Ricky Gervais
Overview: An exclusive documentary containing interviews with the cast and creators of The Office, with behind the scenes footage, original pilot footage and outtakes. Released on the Series 1 DVD.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-10-14
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Brand: A Second Coming
2015-03-13
Brand: A Second Coming
Overview: Comic Russell Brand uses drugs, sex and fame in a quest for happiness, only to find it remains elusive. As he explores iconic figures such as Gandhi, Malcolm X, Che Guevara, and Jesus, he transforms himself into a political antagonist.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2015-03-13
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Offensive: The Real Derek and Clive
2002-12-25
Offensive: The Real Derek and Clive
Overview: Documentary charting the Derek and Clive phenomenon. The two foul-mouthed toilet attendants were the creations of Peter Cook and Dudley Moore and were responsible for some of the filthiest comedy to come out of Britain. Despite being banned from radio and television the duo achieved great success and a cult status, but the act broke up one of the greatest comedy partnerships of recent years. Featuring excerpts from the actual records and video footage of Cook and Moore.
Genres: Documentary Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-12-25
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Table 19
2017-03-03
Table 19
Overview: Eloise, having been relieved of maid of honor duties after being unceremoniously dumped by the best man via text, decides to attend the wedding anyway – only to find herself seated with five fellow-unwanted guests at the dreaded Table 19.
Genres: Comedy Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-03-03
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Hot Fuzz
2007-02-14
Hot Fuzz
Overview: Former London constable Nicholas Angel finds it difficult to adapt to his new assignment in the sleepy British village of Sandford. Not only does he miss the excitement of the big city, but he also has a well-meaning oaf for a partner. However, when a series of grisly accidents rocks Sandford, Angel smells something rotten in the idyllic village.
Genres: Crime Action Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-02-14
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Donald Trump's The Art of the Deal: The Movie
2016-02-10
Donald Trump's The Art of the Deal: The Movie
Overview: Donald Trump has it all. Money, power, respect, and an Eastern European bride. But all his success didn't come for nothing. First, he inherited millions of dollars from his rich father, then he grabbed New York City by the balls. Now you can learn the art of negotiation, real estate, and high-quality brass.
Genres: Comedy TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2016-02-10
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Logan
2017-02-28
Logan
Overview: In the near future, a weary Logan cares for an ailing Professor X in a hideout on the Mexican border. But Logan's attempts to hide from the world and his legacy are upended when a young mutant arrives, pursued by dark forces.
Genres: Action Drama Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-02-28
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Taping Nigel
2005-10-31
Taping Nigel
Overview: Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant look at Gervais' affectionate bullying of editor Nigel Williams during the making of the first series of Extras.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2005-10-31
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Taping Nigel II: The Gimpening
2007-03-26
Taping Nigel II: The Gimpening
Overview: A follow-up documentary of Ricky Gervais bullying his editor Nigel Williams during the second series of Extras
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-03-26
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The Art of Breaking Character
2007-03-26
The Art of Breaking Character
Overview: The cast of Extras talking about corpsing on set.
Genres: Comedy Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-03-26
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Finding Leo
2005-10-31
Finding Leo
Overview: Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant try to contact Leonardo DiCaprio after Jude Law pulls out of a guest appearance in Extras (2005)
Genres: Documentary Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2005-10-31
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Jackboots on Whitehall
2010-10-08
Jackboots on Whitehall
Overview: A satirical alternative history of World War II where the Nazis seize London and England must band together to prevent a full on invasion.
Genres: War Animation Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2010-10-08
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Cemetery Junction
2010-04-14
Cemetery Junction
Overview: In 1970s England, three blue-collar friends spend their days joking, drinking, fighting and chasing girls. Freddie wants to leave their working-class world but cool, charismatic Bruce and lovable loser Snork are happy with life the way it is. When Freddie gets a new job as a door-to-door salesman and bumps into his old school sweetheart Julie, the gang are forced to make choices that will change their lives for ever.
Genres: Drama Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2010-04-14
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Sherlock Gnomes
2018-03-15
Sherlock Gnomes
Overview: Garden gnomes Gnomeo & Juliet recruit renown detective Sherlock Gnomes to investigate the mysterious disappearance of other garden ornaments.
Genres: Animation Family Fantasy Comedy Adventure Mystery
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-03-15
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The Girl in the Spider's Web
2018-10-25
The Girl in the Spider's Web
Overview: After being enlisted to recover a dangerous computer program, hacker Lisbeth Salander and journalist Mikael Blomkvist find themselves caught in a web of spies, cybercriminals and corrupt government officials.
Genres: Action Crime Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-10-25
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The Ark and the Aardvark
The Ark and the Aardvark
Overview: An aardvark named Gilbert lands the job of shepherding all the animals onto Noah's Ark.
Genres: Family Animation
Original Language: en
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Jojo Rabbit
2019-10-18
Jojo Rabbit
Overview: A World War II satire that follows a lonely German boy whose world view is turned upside down when he discovers his single mother is hiding a young Jewish girl in their attic. Aided only by his idiotic imaginary friend, Adolf Hitler, Jojo must confront his blind nationalism.
Genres: Comedy War Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-10-18
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Click & Collect
2018-12-24
Click & Collect
Overview: To save his daughter's Christmas, Andrew goes on a road trip with Dev, his neighbour from hell, to buy an elusive Sparklehoof the Unicorn Princess.
Genres: Comedy TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-12-24
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Fighting with My Family
2019-02-14
Fighting with My Family
Overview: Born into a tight-knit wrestling family, Paige and her brother Zak are ecstatic when they get the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to try out for the WWE. But when only Paige earns a spot in the competitive training program, she must leave her loved ones behind and face this new cutthroat world alone. Paige's journey pushes her to dig deep and ultimately prove to the world that what makes her different is the very thing that can make her a star.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-02-14
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Good Boys
2019-08-14
Good Boys
Overview: A group of young boys on the cusp of becoming teenagers embark on an epic quest to fix their broken drone before their parents get home.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-08-14
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This Side of the Truth, A Truly 'Honest' Making of The Invention of Lying
2010-01-19
This Side of the Truth, A Truly 'Honest' Making of The Invention of Lying
Overview: The cast share their thoughts on Gervais, his laugh, and the art of "corpsing," when Gervais can't keep a scene together before laughing. A longer reel of corpsing and outtakes follows
Genres: Documentary Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2010-01-19
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Locked Down
2021-02-25
Locked Down
Overview: During a COVID-19 lockdown, sparring couple Linda and Paxton call a truce to attempt a high-risk jewellery heist at one of the world's most exclusive department stores, Harrods.
Genres: Comedy Crime Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-02-25
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Seedy Boss
1998-01-01
Seedy Boss
Overview: In June 1998, Merchant and Gervais made Seedy Boss, a 20-minute film starring Gervais, as part of Merchant's TV producer training for the BBC
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1998-01-01
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A Night at the Office
2009-08-30
A Night at the Office
Overview: The entire first series of the seminal BBC comedy The Office (2001) with new comments from the writers and celebrity fans shown between each episode.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-08-30
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