Chris Addison

Chris Addison

53 · Born: Nov 5, 1971

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornNov 5, 1971 Didsbury, Manchester, England, UK

Biography

Chris Addison is a remarkably versatile English entertainer, boasting an impressive array of talents that have endeared him to audiences across multiple mediums, including television, radio, and live performances.

Addison has not only established himself as a prominent figure in the world of stand-up comedy, but has also made a profound impact in the realm of television, showcasing his remarkable range and versatility as a comedic talent.

One of his most notable television roles was that of Ollie in the critically acclaimed BBC 2 satire series The Thick of It, a role that showcased his impressive ability to bring depth and nuance to his characters.

Furthermore, Addison's portrayal of Toby in the spin-off film In the Loop, a satirical comedy that built upon the success of The Thick of It, demonstrated his remarkable ability to adapt to different mediums and formats.

In addition to his work in television, Addison co-created and starred in the BBC 2 sitcom Lab Rats, a show that highlighted his impressive comedic range and versatility as a performer.

Through his work in television, Addison has consistently demonstrated his ability to bring laughter and entertainment to audiences, cementing his position as a talented and respected figure in the world of comedy.

Beyond his remarkable television accomplishments, Addison has concurrently established a notable presence in the realm of radio broadcasting, assuming the esteemed role of host for the weekly comedy news satire program, aptly titled "7 Day Sunday", on the esteemed BBC Radio 5 Live.

Career

{"id":135717,"title":"Horrible Histories: The Movie - Rotten Romans","year":"2019","character":"Colin","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/horrible-histories-the-movie-rotten-romans","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2btatf5m1qug.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2btatf5m1qug.jpg"},"released":1}
2019
{"id":1894,"title":"Trying Again","year":2014,"character":"Matt","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/trying-again","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_1894.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_1894.jpg"},"released":1}
2014
{"id":573,"title":"Doctor Who","year":2014,"character":"Seb","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/doctor-who-2006","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/7mbkhcaetqa0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/7mbkhcaetqa0.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":9555,"title":"The Look of Love","year":"2013","character":"Tony Power","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-look-of-love","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4n0vv6o16gq0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4n0vv6o16gq0.jpg"},"released":1}
2013
The Look of Love
The Look of Love as Tony Power
{"id":2102,"title":"Horrible Histories","year":2012,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/horrible-histories-2009","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_2102.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_2102.jpg"},"released":1}
2012
{"id":997,"title":"Skins","year":2011,"character":"David Blood","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/skins","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4ujfu9dejie0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4ujfu9dejie0.jpg"},"released":1}
2011
Skins
Skins as David Blood
{"id":3446,"title":"In the Loop","year":"2009","character":"Toby Wright","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/in-the-loop","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5fdv0tnquj60.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5fdv0tnquj60.jpg"},"released":1}
2009
In the Loop
In the Loop as Toby Wright
{"id":103850195,"title":"What the Dickens?","year":2008,"character":"Team Captain","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/what-the-dickens","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103850195.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103850195.jpg"},"released":1}
2008
What the Dickens?
What the Dickens? as Team Captain
{"id":103850246,"title":"Lab Rats","year":2008,"character":"Dr. Alex Beenyman","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/lab-rats-2008","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103850246.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103850246.jpg"},"released":1}
Lab Rats
Lab Rats as Dr. Alex Beenyman
{"id":149742,"title":"The Thick of It","year":"2007","character":"Oliver Reeder","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-thick-of-it-2007","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_149742.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_149742.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
The Thick of It
The Thick of It as Oliver Reeder
{"id":149572,"title":"The Thick of It","year":"2007","character":"Oliver Reeder","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-thick-of-it","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_149572.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_149572.jpg"},"released":1}
The Thick of It
The Thick of It as Oliver Reeder
{"id":9047,"title":"The Thick of It","year":2005,"character":"Olly Reeder","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-thick-of-it","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/48oq23j3usq0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/48oq23j3usq0.jpg"},"released":1}
2005
The Thick of It
The Thick of It as Olly Reeder
{"id":103841761,"title":"Victoria Wood: The Secret List","year":2020,"character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/victoria-wood-the-secret-list","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103841761.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103841761.jpg"},"released":1}
2020
{"id":203357,"title":"50 Years of BBC2 Comedy","year":"2014","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/50-years-of-bbc2-comedy","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_203357.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_203357.jpg"},"released":1}
2014
{"id":203589,"title":"Catherine Tate: Laughing at the Noughties","year":"2011","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/catherine-tate-laughing-at-the-noughties","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_203589.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_203589.jpg"},"released":1}
2011
{"id":146666,"title":"Chris Addison: Live","year":"2011","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/chris-addison-live","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_146666.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_146666.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":1318,"title":"Mock the Week","year":2011,"character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/mock-the-week","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_1318.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_1318.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":147861,"title":"Nerdstock: Nine Lessons and Carols for Godless People","year":"2010","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/nerdstock-nine-lessons-and-carols-for-godless-people","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_147861.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_147861.jpg"},"released":1}
2010
{"id":2055,"title":"The Graham Norton Show","year":2009,"character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-graham-norton-show","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/2alh2fpq1pe0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/2alh2fpq1pe0.jpg"},"released":1}
2009
{"id":149813,"title":"100 Greatest Stand-Ups","year":"2007","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/100-greatest-stand-ups","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_149813.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_149813.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
{"id":146666,"title":"Chris Addison: Live","year":"2011","job":"Writer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/chris-addison-live","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_146666.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_146666.jpg"},"released":1}
2011
{"id":103850246,"title":"Lab Rats","year":"2008","job":"Writer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/lab-rats-2008","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103850246.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103850246.jpg"},"released":1}
2008
Lab Rats
Lab Rats as Writer
{"id":9378,"title":"TV Burp","year":"2002","job":"Writer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/tv-burp","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_9378.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_9378.jpg"},"released":1}
2002
TV Burp
TV Burp as Writer
{"id":137370,"title":"The Hustle","year":"2019","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-hustle-2019","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4gk0406b9da0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4gk0406b9da0.jpg"},"released":1}
2019
The Hustle
The Hustle as Director
{"id":1894,"title":"Trying Again","year":"2014","job":"Creator","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/trying-again","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_1894.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_1894.jpg"},"released":1}
2014
Trying Again
Trying Again as Creator