Ben Palmer

Ben Palmer

48 · Born: Jan 1, 1977

Personal Details

BornJan 1, 1977 England

Biography

Ben Palmer, a British director of great acclaim, has made a significant impact in the world of television, with a particular focus on comedy, as evidenced by his work on a range of popular and critically acclaimed programs.

One of his most notable projects is the hit show Bo' Selecta, a groundbreaking comedy series that showcased his innovative approach to storytelling and his ability to craft engaging characters.

In addition to his work on Bo' Selecta, Palmer has also made a significant contribution to the world of comedy with his other notable projects, including Star Stories, a satirical take on celebrity culture, and The Inbetweeners, a hilarious and relatable coming-of-age comedy that has become a cult classic.

Through his work on these and other projects, Palmer has established himself as a talented and versatile director, with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of what audiences find funny.

As a result, he has become a prominent figure in the British television industry, with a reputation for delivering high-quality comedy programming that resonates with audiences of all ages.

With his impressive body of work and his continued success in the industry, Ben Palmer is undoubtedly one of the most respected and sought-after directors in British television.

Palmer's professional trajectory took a significant turn in 2011, as he was bestowed with the esteemed responsibility of helming the cinematic adaptation of the beloved television series, The Inbetweeners Movie, which ultimately achieved a substantial level of success, thereby further solidifying his reputation as a skilled and accomplished director.

Simon Pegg and Lake Bell, a dynamic duo of cinematic talent, starred together in the romantic comedy masterpiece directed by Palmer in 2015, following the impressive success of his previous film.

Noteworthy aside from his cinematic endeavors, Palmer has also left a profound mark in the realm of television, helming the Mitchell and Webb sitcom "Back" as well as multiple episodes of the Sky Arts series "Urban Myths", which boasts a notable entry in the form of the highly contentious and ultimately unbroadcast episode "Elizabeth, Michael and Marlon", featuring a pivotal performance by Joseph Fiennes as Michael Jackson, thereby garnering immense attention and sparking fervent debate among audiences.

Career

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2018
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2016
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2015
Man Up
Man Up as Director
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2012
Bad Sugar
Bad Sugar as Director
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2011
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2020
Semi-Detached
Semi-Detached as Creator
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2017
Urban Myths
Urban Myths as Creator