Biography
The Rt. Hon. Christopher Haden-Guest, 5th Baron Haden-Guest (born February 5, 1948), better known as Christopher Guest, is an American screenwriter, composer, musician, director, actor and comedian. He is most widely known in Hollywood for having written, directed and starred in several improvisational "mockumentary" films that feature a repertory-like ensemble cast, such as This is Spinal Tap. In the United Kingdom, he holds a Baronial peerage, and has publicly expressed a desire to see the Hou...
Known For
Complete Filmography
Spinal Tap II: The End Continues
2025
as Nigel Tufnel
Spinal Tap, England's loudest and most punctual band, reunite following a 15-year hiatus for one final concert.
Sunlight
2025
Executive Producer
Disappearing into a monkey costume and creating a new persona, Jane strives to break free from a toxic relationship when she encounters a suicidal rad...
Alok: Biology!
2024
Executive Producer
Alok announces their first comedy BIOLOGY! Here’s what they say about it: “ I wrote this show after losing my grandfather and drowning in grief. I co...
A Virtual Princess Bride Reunion
2020
as Count Rugen
The cast of The Princess Bride is together again! The stars of the iconic 1987 fantasy film reunited for a virtual table read hosted by Jason Reitman....
Loudon Wainwright III: Surviving Twin
2018
Director
Grammy-winning singer Loudon Wainwright III reflects upon his unique relationship with his father in an evening of original songs and heartfelt storie...
Mascots
2016
as Corky St. Clair
Eager contestants don big heads and furry suits to vie for the title of World's Best Mascot.
Mascots
2016
Writer, Director
Eager contestants don big heads and furry suits to vie for the title of World's Best Mascot.
Drunk Stoned Brilliant Dead
2015
as Self - Actor
A look at the history of the American comedy publication and production company, National Lampoon, from its beginning in the 1970s to 2010, featuring ...
Misery Loves Comedy
2015
as Self
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...
Nina Conti: Her Master's Voice
2012
Executive Producer
Internationally acclaimed ventriloquist Nina Conti takes the bereaved puppets of her mentor and erstwhile lover Ken Campbell on a pilgrimage to "Venth...
The Invention of Lying
2009
as Nathan Goldfrappe
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.
Unwigged & Unplugged: An Evening with Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Harry Shearer
2009
as Self
Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Harry Shearer perform songs from their films and other projects before a live audience in a concert that took pl...
Stonehenge: 'Tis a Magic Place
2009
as Nigel Tufnel
Spinal Tap, having put Stonehenge on the map in their legendary song about the world heritage site, pay their first visit to the monument. As if drawn...
Spinal Tap: Back from the Dead
2009
as Nigel Tufnel
The concept of Back from the Dead is that Spinal Tap has reunited in honor of the 25th anniversary of This Is Spinal Tap, and have launched an "unwigg...
Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian
2009
as Ivan the Terrible
Hapless museum night watchman Larry Daley must help his living, breathing exhibit friends out of a pickle now that they've been transferred to the arc...
Mr. Warmth: The Don Rickles Project
2007
as Self
The documentary consists of tape of Don's show (never been filmed before), interviews with Don's contemporaries, (Steve Lawrence, Bob Newhart, Debbie ...
The Thick Of It
2007
Director
A put-upon member of Congress is harassed by inept politicians. Based on the BBC series, "The Thick of It."
For Your Consideration
2006
as Jay Berman
The possibility of Oscar gold holds the cast and crew of an independent film in its grip after the performance of its virtually unknown, veteran star ...
For Your Consideration
2006
Director, Writer, Musician
The possibility of Oscar gold holds the cast and crew of an independent film in its grip after the performance of its virtually unknown, veteran star ...
Mrs. Henderson Presents
2005
as Lord Cromer
Eccentric 70-year-old widow purchases the Windmill Theatre in London as a post-widowhood hobby. After starting an innovative continuous variety review...
A Mighty Wind
2003
as Alan Barrows
Three eclectic, never-quite-famous folk bands come together for the first time in decades following the death of their manager to put on an reunion co...
A Mighty Wind
2003
Director, Writer
Three eclectic, never-quite-famous folk bands come together for the first time in decades following the death of their manager to put on an reunion co...
As You Wish: The Story of 'The Princess Bride'
2001
as Self
A "behinds the scenes" documentary about the making of the 1987 film THE PRINCESS BRIDE with original archive footage and new interviews with cast mem...
Ohh Nooo!!! Mr. Bill's Classics!
2000
Director
The hapless man made of clay hosts this showcase of comedy sketches, while trying to avoid the tricks of his frenemies, Mr. Hands and Sluggo.
Best in Show
2000
as Harlan Pepper
The tension is palpable, the excitement is mounting and the heady scent of competition is in the air as hundreds of eager contestants from across Amer...
Best in Show
2000
Director, Screenplay
The tension is palpable, the excitement is mounting and the heady scent of competition is in the air as hundreds of eager contestants from across Amer...
Catching Up with Marty DiBergi
2000
as Nigel Tufnel
Produced for the "This is Spinal Tap" Special Edition DVD.
Small Soldiers
1998
as Slamfist / Scratch-It (voice)
When missile technology is used to enhance toy action figures, the toys soon begin to take their battle programming too seriously.
Almost Heroes
1998
Director
Two hapless explorers lead an ill-fated 1804 expedition through the Pacific Northwest in a hopeless, doomed effort to reach the Pacific Ocean before L...
Waiting for Guffman
1996
as Corky St. Clair
Aspiring director Corky St. Clair and the marginally talented amateur cast of his hokey small-town musical production go overboard when they learn tha...
Waiting for Guffman
1996
Director, Writer, Lyricist
Aspiring director Corky St. Clair and the marginally talented amateur cast of his hokey small-town musical production go overboard when they learn tha...
Spinal Tap: The Final Tour
1994
as Nigel Tufnel
Spinal Tap, one of England's loudest bands, makes another final reunion. After all, it's rock'n'roll. This is actually a demo reel that Rob Reiner cre...
Spinal Tap: The Final Tour
1994
Writer
Spinal Tap, one of England's loudest bands, makes another final reunion. After all, it's rock'n'roll. This is actually a demo reel that Rob Reiner cre...
Attack of the 50 Ft. Woman
1994
Director, Original Music Composer
When an abused heiress grows to giant size because of her encounter with aliens, she decides to get revenge on her cheating husband and those who look...
The Return of Spinal Tap
1992
as Nigel Tufnel / Alan Barrows
Spinal Tap is back in a whole new feature-length rockumentary. Go behind the scenes and find out where the somewhat-less-than-fab three are now -- and...
The Return of Spinal Tap
1992
Producer, Writer
Spinal Tap is back in a whole new feature-length rockumentary. Go behind the scenes and find out where the somewhat-less-than-fab three are now -- and...
A Few Good Men
1992
as Dr. Stone
When cocky military lawyer Lt. Daniel Kaffee and his co-counsel, Lt. Cmdr. JoAnne Galloway, are assigned to a murder case, they uncover a hazing ritua...
Metallica: A Year and a Half in the Life of Metallica
1992
as Nigel Tufnel
A Year And A Half In The Life Of Metallica is a two-part documentary about the process of making the Metallica album (or "The Black Album"), and the f...
Amnesty International's Big 30
1991
as Nigel Tufnel
In the tradition of the acclaimed series of British concerts known as The Secret Policemen's Ball, Amnesty International celebrates its 50th Anniversa...
Partners in Life
1990
as El Supremo
During the Great Depression, a bumbling duo travels the country looking for employment. But they wind up getting into trouble every chance they get.
Hard 'N Heavy Volume 8
1990
as Self
Video magazine with interviews and video clips. Featured on this volume is: Aerosmith, Poison, Damn Yankees, Whitesnake, Ozzy, Cheap Trick, Overkill,...
Saturday Night Live: 15th Anniversary
1989
as Self
A TV special celebrating the 15th anniversary of Saturday Night Live. Before a celebrity audience, many of the former cast members and guest hosts ret...
The Big Picture
1989
Director, Story, Screenplay
Hollywood beckons for recent film school grad Nick Chapman, who is out to capitalize on the momentum from his national award-winning student film. Stu...
I, Martin Short, Goes Hollywood
1989
as Antoninus DiMentabella
In this HBO special, comedian Martin Short appears in a series of sketches, vignettes and musical performances about Hollywood, featuring some of his ...
Sticky Fingers
1988
as Sam
Two dippy roommates, struggling musicians Lolly and Hattie, are asked by a drug-dealing friend-of-a-friend, Diane, to baby-sit a bag containing nearly...
The Princess Bride
1987
as Count Rugen
In this enchantingly cracked fairy tale, the beautiful Princess Buttercup and the dashing Westley must overcome staggering odds to find happiness amid...
Beyond Therapy
1987
as Bob
Manhattanites Bruce and Prudence are each looking for a meaningful romantic relationship and have been encouraged by their psychiatrists to find someo...
Little Shop of Horrors
1986
as The First Customer
Seymour Krelborn is a nerdy orphan working at Mushnik's; a flower shop in urban Skid Row. He harbors a crush on fellow co-worker, Audrey Fulquard, and...
Billy Crystal: Don't Get Me Started
1986
as Chip Dimentebella
In this parody of "Spinal Tap," a documentary film crew follows comic Billy Crystal as he prepares for a concert; the second half of the film is the a...
Johnny Appleseed
1986
Director
Shelley Duvall acted as host for this 1980s television series about legendary characters and historical events. This volume chronicles Jonathan Chapma...
Martin Short: Concert for the North Americas
1985
A made for Showtime network comedy special with numerous skits and music starring Martin Short and featuring a number of his fellow SCTV cast members....
This Is Spinal Tap
1984
as Nigel Tufnel
"This Is Spinal Tap" shines a light on the self-contained universe of a metal band struggling to get back on the charts, including everything from its...
This Is Spinal Tap
1984
Original Music Composer, Writer
"This Is Spinal Tap" shines a light on the self-contained universe of a metal band struggling to get back on the charts, including everything from its...
A Piano for Mrs. Cimino
1982
as Philip Ryan
An elderly widow must find meaning and activity in her life when her son suggests she is no longer capable of handling her own affairs.
The Million Dollar Infield
1982
as Bucky Frische
Four wealthy Long Islanders play for an amateur softball team. All four men suffer from profound personal and professional problems, thus the weekly b...
Heartbeeps
1981
as Calvin
Two domestic robots fall in love and run off together.
Likely Stories Vol. 1
1981
Short Comedy Films, Video & Animation featuring the directing debuts of Rob Reiner, & Christopher Guest.
The Missing Link
1980
as No Lobes
A woman in prehistoric times gives birth to twins, one of whom is rejected by the tribe and adopted by a brontosaurus and a talkative pterodactyl.
The Long Riders
1980
as Charlie Ford
The origins, exploits and the ultimate fate of the James gang is told in a sympathetic portrayal of the bank robbers made up of brothers who begin the...
Haywire
1980
as The TV Director
Based on the autobiography of Brooke Hayward, daughter of famous Broadway producer Leland Hayward and actress Margaret Sullavan, who grows up in the g...
The Last Word
1979
as Roger
When politicians try to force out a renter in a corrupt real-estate deal, the man decides to take matters into his own hands. He takes a police office...
The Chevy Chase National Humor Test
1979
1979 comedy special starring Chevy Chase in the vein of Saturday Night Live.
The Chevy Chase National Humor Test
1979
Writer
1979 comedy special starring Chevy Chase in the vein of Saturday Night Live.
Girlfriends
1978
as Eric
A photographer and her best friend are roommates. She is stuck with small-change shooting jobs and dreams of success. When her roommate decides to get...
The Billion Dollar Bubble
1978
as Al Green
The Billion Dollar Bubble is a 1976 film made for the BBC series Horizon and directed by Brian Gibson about the story of the two billion dollar insura...
How to Survive the '70s and Maybe Even Bump Into Happiness
1978
A 1978 special starring Mary Tyler Moore, Harvey Korman, and John Ritter. Dick Van Dyke guest stars.
Peeping Times
1978
Writer
Peeping Times is a comedy special that aired on NBC on January 25, 1978. Co-produced, written and directed by Rudy De Luca and Barry Levinson, the spe...
It Happened One Christmas
1977
as Harry Bailey
It's Christmas Eve 1944 in the small town of Bedford Falls, New York. A despondent and suicidal Mary Bailey Hatch is praying for guidance on what to d...
The Fortune
1975
as Boy Lover
Two bumbling hustlers in the 1920s attempt to gain the fortune of an heiress. Nothing will stop them, not even murder.
Death Wish
1974
as Patrolman Reilly
After his wife is murdered by street punks, a pacifistic New York City architect becomes a one-man vigilante squad, prowling the streets for would-be ...
Lemmings
1973
as Various
Woodstock with a death wish.
The Hot Rock
1972
as Policeman
Dortmunder and his pals plan to steal a huge diamond from a museum. But this turns out to be only the first time they have to steal it...
The Hospital
1971
as Resident (uncredited)
Dr. Bock, the chief of medicine at a Manhattan hospital, is suicidal after the collapse of his personal life. When an intern is found dead in a hospit...