Reece Shearsmith

Reece Shearsmith

56 · Born: Aug 27, 1969

Personal Details

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BornAug 27, 1969 Hull, England, UK

Biography

Reece Shearsmith, a multifaceted writer and performer, hails from the city of Hull, showcasing his remarkable versatility and creativity.

Following his graduation from Bretton Hall Drama College with a BA (Hons) in Theatre Arts, Shearsmith became a key member of the esteemed comedy troupe, The League of Gentlemen, earning numerous accolades for his work.

Throughout his illustrious career, he has made notable appearances in a diverse range of television shows and films, solidifying his reputation as a talented and accomplished performer.

In addition to his work in television and film, Shearsmith has also made significant contributions to London's satirical scene, penning and performing in the long-running weekly show, Newsrevue.

Personal life has not been neglected, as Shearsmith is a devoted family man, sharing his life with his loving wife, Jane, and their two children, Holly and Danny.

Career

2023
Saltburn
Saltburn as Professor Ware
Good Omens
Good Omens as Furfur
2022
See How They Run
See How They Run as John Woolf
2021
In the Earth
In the Earth as Zach Whitehead
2017
Borley Rectory
Borley Rectory as V.C Wall
Stag
Stag as Wendy
2015
High-Rise
High-Rise as Nathan Steele
Inside No. 9
Inside No. 9 as Various
2014
Chasing Shadows
Chasing Shadows as DS Sean Stone
The Widower
The Widower as Malcolm Webster
2013
The World's End
The World's End as Collaborator
2012
Horrible Histories
Horrible Histories as Hollywood Producer #1
2011
Eric & Ernie
Eric & Ernie as Harry Wiseman
Psychoville
Psychoville as Maureen Sowerbutts
2010
Burke and Hare
Burke and Hare as Sergeant Mackenzie
2008
2006
The League of Gentlemen Are Behind You
The League of Gentlemen Are Behind You as Benjamin Denton / Papa Lazarou / Pamela Doove / Ross Gaines / Cathy Carter-Smith / Ollie Plimsoles / Vinnie Whytensha...
2005
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy as Additional Vogon Voices
Spaced
Spaced as Dexter
1999
1998
In the Red
In the Red as Journalist
1997
Auton
Auton as Dr. Daniel Matthews
2014
Inside No. 9
Inside No. 9 as Creator, Writer
2009
Psychoville
Psychoville as Creator, Writer
1999
The League of Gentlemen
The League of Gentlemen as Creator, Writer