Biography
David Edward Williams (born 20 August 1971), known professionally as David Walliams (/ˈwæljəmz/), is an English actor, comedian, writer, and television personality. He is best known for his work with Matt Lucas on the BBC sketch comedy series Little Britain (2003–2006) and Come Fly With Me (2010–2011). From 2012 to 2022, Walliams was a judge on the television talent show competition Britain's Got Talent on ITV. He is also a writer of children's books, having sold more than 37 million copies worl...
Known For
Complete Filmography

From Roger Moore with Love
2024
as Self
Friends, family and co-stars take part in this revealing and entertaining look at British icon Roger Moore and his rise to global fame. With rare home...

Frankie Howerd’s 30 Funniest Moments
2024
as Self - Narrator
The celebrated British comedian Frankie Howerd’s six-decade-long career in showbusiness is the subject of this documentary narrated by his long-time f...

My Happy Ending
2023
as Joey
A famous actress goes incognito to seek treatment for a medical issue, and in a hospital waiting room she meets three remarkable women who help her fa...

Red Riding Hood: After Ever After
2022
as Wolf
Fifty years after her legendary brush with the wolf, an adult Red Riding Hood and her granddaughter face a new lupine problem.

Gangsta Granny Strikes Again
2022
as Mike
We join Ben a year on as he is getting used to life without his beloved Gran. With the memory of their daring Crown Jewel heist still fresh in his min...

Gangsta Granny Strikes Again
2022
Writer, Book
We join Ben a year on as he is getting used to life without his beloved Gran. With the memory of their daring Crown Jewel heist still fresh in his min...

The Tiger Who Came to Tea
2022
as Narrator (voice)
On a rainy day, a mother and daughter forego a trip to the park to bake pastries and partake in a two-person tea party when an unexpected guest menaci...

Quentin Blake – The Drawing of My Life
2021
as Self
The illustrator and author paints scenes from a 70-year-long career, including his work with Roald Dahl. With David Walliams, Joanna Lumley, Peter Cap...

Hansel & Gretel: After Ever After
2021
as The Troll
Hansel and Gretel have fled the gingerbread house, but what if the wicked witch survived after all?

Hansel & Gretel: After Ever After
2021
Writer
Hansel and Gretel have fled the gingerbread house, but what if the wicked witch survived after all?

Beauty and the Beast: A Comic Relief Pantomime for Christmas
2021
as Self
The world’s funniest and most star-studded pantomime is back! Lily James heads the cast as famous names from theatre, film, comedy and music gather to...

Rhythm of Life
2021
as Self
A star-studded short film encouraging people to get COVID-19 vaccines and featuring the song "The Rhythm of Life" from the 1966 classic musical, Sweet...

Twist
2021
as Losberne
A Dickens classic brought thrillingly up to date in the teeming heartland of modern London, where a group of street smart young hustlers plan the heis...
Chitty Flies Again
2021
as Presenter
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the iconic musical David attempts to build a real life Chitty Chitty Bang Bang car - that flies. He recruits an a...
The Gruffalo and Me: The Remarkable Julia Donaldson
2020
as interviewed guest
The programme offers unique access to Julia Donaldson, her family, her rich archives and home movies, and the remarkable cast of characters that have ...

Cinderella: A Comic Relief Pantomime for Christmas
2020
as Major Domo
Olivia Colman leads a stellar cast of actors, entertainers and comedians in a very special ‘stay-at-home’ adaptation of Cinderella for Comic Relief.

Jack and the Beanstalk: After Ever After
2020
as The Giant
David Walliams has co-created a brand new retelling of a classic fairytale, starring as the Giant in Jack and the Beanstalk: Ever After. In Walliams’...
The Magical World of Julia Donaldson
2020
as Self
This was of course a fitting look into the world of Julia Donaldson, whose books have kept the BBC in Christmas animations for the last few years, and...

Jack and the Beanstalk: After Ever After
2020
Writer
David Walliams has co-created a brand new retelling of a classic fairytale, starring as the Giant in Jack and the Beanstalk: Ever After. In Walliams’...

Beverly Hills Bandits
2020
as Mark Reed
When bratty 5-year-old Byron Reed acts out the night before a family trip, his mother makes him sit in the time out chair. When Byron awakens to an em...

The National Television Awards Celebrate 25 Years
2020
as Self
This one-hour special documentary celebrates 25 star-studded years of the National Television Awards, with contributions from stars including Graham N...

Cinderella: After Ever After
2019
as Prince Charming
Cinderella weds her Prince Charming, only to find married life isn't all it's cracked up to be.

Cinderella: After Ever After
2019
Writer
Cinderella weds her Prince Charming, only to find married life isn't all it's cracked up to be.

It's Not the Robbie Williams Christmas Show
2019
as Self
Filmed on November 26, 2019 at the recently restored London's Alexandra Palace Theater, Robbie Williams performing his hits and festive songs, where h...

Murder Mystery
2019
as Tobey Quince
On a long-awaited trip to Europe, a New York City cop and his hairdresser wife scramble to solve a baffling murder aboard a billionaire's yacht.

Missing Link
2019
as Mr. Lemuel Lint (voice)
The charismatic Sir Lionel Frost considers himself to be the world's foremost investigator of myths and monsters. Trouble is, none of his small-minded...

The Midnight Gang
2018
as Headmaster
When Tom gets hit on the head by a cricket ball, he finds himself on the miserable children's ward of St Hugo's Hospital, where he is greeted by a ter...

The Midnight Gang
2018
Story
When Tom gets hit on the head by a cricket ball, he finds himself on the miserable children's ward of St Hugo's Hospital, where he is greeted by a ter...

The Queen and I
2018
as Jack Barker
A new republican prime minister strips the British monarch and her family of their money and assets, and forces them to live on a rundown council esta...

The Queen and I
2018
Executive Producer
A new republican prime minister strips the British monarch and her family of their money and assets, and forces them to live on a rundown council esta...

Grandpa's Great Escape
2018
as Barry
Many years ago, Grandpa was a World War II flying ace, but sadly he is now suffering from Alzheimer's disease. When his family can no longer look afte...

Grandpa's Great Escape
2018
Writer, Original Story
Many years ago, Grandpa was a World War II flying ace, but sadly he is now suffering from Alzheimer's disease. When his family can no longer look afte...

Who Shot Simon Cowell?
2017
as Party Guest
Simon Cowell is shot at his birthday party, and Ant and Dec are accused and forced to run.

Ratburger
2017
as Burt
A girl rescues a rat, which the malevolent burgerman wants to make into a burger and sell to the local school children and people.

Ratburger
2017
Writer
A girl rescues a rat, which the malevolent burgerman wants to make into a burger and sell to the local school children and people.

And the Winner Isn't
2017
as Self
A satirical documentary charting Geoffrey Moore and his daughter Ambra’s journey through Hollywood, as the pair track down celebrities and industry in...

Revolting Rhymes
2017
as Tall Sister / Jack's Mother (Voice)
Two half-hour animated films based on the much-loved rhymes written by Roald Dahl and illustrated by Quentin Blake.

Comic Relief: Red Nose Day
2017
as Self
A fund-raising event organised by Comic Relief.

Elton John: The Nation's Favourite Song
2017
as Self - Presenter / Narrator (voice)
Elton John on his extraordinary career and his songwriting partnership with lyricist Bernie Taupin.

Miranda: Morecambe & Wise and Me
2017
as Self
Eric and Ernie devotee Miranda Hart celebrates the incomparable comedy duo as she takes a look back at their top twenty greatest TV moments, ranked by...

Bob Monkhouse: The Last Stand
2016
Summer 2003 and Bob Monkhouse entertains a room full of comedians with stand-up, chat and a comedy masterclass. It proved to be his final gig. The nig...
David Walliams Celebrates Dame Shirley Bassey
2016
as David Walliams
Ahead of her 80th birthday in Janurary 2017, comic actor David Walliams hosts this special night of entertainment paying tribute to Welsh diva Dame Sh...

Roald Dahl's Most Marvellous Book
2016
as Self - Host
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Roald Dahl’s birth, film and television personalities take turns championing their favourite of Dahl's 10 b...

Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em Sport Relief Special
2016
as Self
Driving his car Frank gets a call from Betty reminding him to attend daughter Jessica's cycle race. As a result he has an accident with a well-known F...

Billionaire Boy
2016
as Mrs Trafe
The story of Len, who made a billion dollars from inventing a new toilet roll, and his 12-year-old son Joe who appears to have everything he could wan...

Billionaire Boy
2016
Writer, Original Story
The story of Len, who made a billion dollars from inventing a new toilet roll, and his 12-year-old son Joe who appears to have everything he could wan...

Dara Ó Briain Meets Stephen Hawking
2015
as Self
Since he was a teenager, Dara O Briain has been fascinated with professor Stephen Hawking, the world's most celebrated scientist. In this special film...

Little Britain Sketch
2015
as Lou Todd
David Walliams reprises his iconic character Lou for the exclusive return of Little Britain with a very special guest - Professor Stephen Hawking. Als...

Little Britain Sketch
2015
Writer
David Walliams reprises his iconic character Lou for the exclusive return of Little Britain with a very special guest - Professor Stephen Hawking. Als...

The Boy in the Dress
2014
as Referee
Dennis feels different - an ordinary boy in an ordinary house in an ordinary street, playing football with his mates and living with his dad and broth...

The Boy in the Dress
2014
Writer, Original Story
Dennis feels different - an ordinary boy in an ordinary house in an ordinary street, playing football with his mates and living with his dad and broth...

Pudsey the Dog: The Movie
2014
as Pudsey the Dog (voice)
Pudsey the cheeky London stray dog is quite happy being a lone ranger, looking out for number one, until he meets siblings Molly, George and Tommy. Af...

Gangsta Granny
2013
as Mike
A young boy is bored spending time with his dull grandma until he discovers she's an international Jewel thief.

Gangsta Granny
2013
Novel
A young boy is bored spending time with his dull grandma until he discovers she's an international Jewel thief.

Justin and the Knights of Valour
2013
as Melquiades (voice)
A heart-warming tale about friendship, honor & courage, which sees a young boy become a man as he embarks on a quest to become a knight.

The Look of Love
2013
as Vicar Edwyn Young
Paul Raymond builds a porn, entertainment and real estate empire that makes him the wealthiest man in Britain, but drugs doom his beloved daughter, De...

Room on the Broom
2012
as Frog (voice)
Animated film based on the wonderful children's picture book written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. The story of a kind witch ...

Mr. Stink
2012
as Prime Minister
Chloe recedes into herself due to her family's uncaring attitude towards her. When she meets Mr. Stink, a smelly man, she invites him to live in her g...

Mr. Stink
2012
Writer, Original Story
Chloe recedes into herself due to her family's uncaring attitude towards her. When she meets Mr. Stink, a smelly man, she invites him to live in her g...

Great Expectations
2012
as Mr. Pumblechook
Miss Havisham, a wealthy spinster who wears an old wedding dress and lives in the dilapidated Satis House, asks Pip's Uncle Pumblechook to find a boy ...

The Genius of Roald Dahl
2012
as Himself - Presenter
David Walliams explores the magic behind the storytelling of Roald Dahl, one of the world's most successful children's authors, to try to understand t...

The Genius of Roald Dahl
2012
Writer
David Walliams explores the magic behind the storytelling of Roald Dahl, one of the world's most successful children's authors, to try to understand t...

The Secret Policeman's Ball
2012
as Self
A live stand-up comedy and music gig to celebrate Amnesty International's 50th Anniversary.

Catherine Tate: Laughing at the Noughties
2011
as Self
Sketch-show sensation Catherine Tate tells the story of the decade in which she became a household name. She meets with comedy glitterati Alan Carr, D...

The Itch of the Golden Nit
2011
as Golden Nit (voice)
Eleven-year-old Beanie's bland life is changed for ever when he is sent on a mission. Armed only with laser lip-gloss and a pair of blend-in pants he ...

The One Ronnie
2010
One of Britain's most enduring and best-loved comics, Ronnie Corbett, turned 80 in December 2010. In this brand new comedy sketch show, the octogenari...

The One Ronnie
2010
Writer
One of Britain's most enduring and best-loved comics, Ronnie Corbett, turned 80 in December 2010. In this brand new comedy sketch show, the octogenari...

The Mighty Boosh: Journey of the Childmen
2010
as Himself
Shot during the mammoth Future Sailors tour, this intimate film observes the comic genius of the Mighty Boosh as they navigate a nation hooked on its ...

Dinner for Schmucks
2010
as Müeller
Rising executive Tim Conrad works for a boss who hosts a monthly dinner in which the guest who brings the biggest buffoon gets a career-boost. Tim pla...

Marmaduke
2010
as Anton Harrison
When Phil and Debbie Winslow relocate from their native Kansas to the sunny climes of Orange County, their big-hearted, havoc-wreaking Great Dane gets...

The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
2008
as Bulgy Bear (voice)
One year after their incredible adventures in the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Peter, Edmund, Lucy and Susan Pevensie return to Narnia to aid a y...

Frankie Howerd: Rather You Than Me
2008
as Frankie Howerd
Candid and poignant drama about the comedian Frankie Howerd and the relationship with his long-term, long-suffering manager, and gay partner, Dennis H...

Capturing Mary
2007
as Greville White
A young man ushers an older woman into a dark exploration of her past - back to the time when, as a young girl, she met a stranger who affected her li...

The Bluetones: Blue Movies
2007
as Record Company Boss
A collection of promos by britpop group, The Bluetones.

Run Fatboy Run
2007
as Man in Bakery
Five years after jilting his pregnant fiancée on their wedding day, out-of-shape Dennis decides to run a marathon to win her back.

Stardust
2007
as Sextus
In a countryside town bordering on a magical land, a young man makes a promise to his beloved that he'll retrieve a fallen star by venturing into the ...

Little Britain Down Under
2007
as Self
Matt Lucas and David Walliams let the cameras accompany them as they take their successful Little Britain Live tour to Australia. There they encounter...

Little Britain Live
2006
as Various
The many hilarious characters of Little Britain are taken to the stage in this brilliant live performance by Matt Lucas and David Walliams.

Little Britain Live
2006
Author
The many hilarious characters of Little Britain are taken to the stage in this brilliant live performance by Matt Lucas and David Walliams.

Stoned
2005
as Accountant
A chronicle of the sordid life and suspicious death of Rolling Stones co-founder Brian Jones, who was found in the bottom of his swimming pool weeks a...
Little Britain Comic Relief
2005
as Lou
In 2005, to raise money for Comic Relief, Walliams and Lucas made a special edition of the show, dubbed Little, Little Britain. The episode included a...

Alan Partridge Presents: The Cream of British Comedy
2005
as Mr. Thomas
Alan Partridge presents an hilarious night of comedy live from the Royal Albert Hall. Boasting a stellar line-up, the 2004 Teenage Cancer Trust Comedy...

A Cock and Bull Story
2005
as Parson
Steve Coogan, an arrogant actor with low self-esteem and a complicated love life, is playing the eponymous role in an adaptation of "The Life and Opin...

The Real Little Britain
2004
as Narrator
Documentary which goes in search of real-life versions of the characters and situations featured in the comedy series "Little Britain" (2003), explori...

Spaced: Skip to the End
2004
as Self
A feature documentary about the making of and influence of the British television series Spaced. It also features an epilogue to the series.

Shaun of the Dead
2004
as News Reporter (voice) (uncredited)
Shaun lives a supremely uneventful life, which revolves around his girlfriend, his mother, and, above all, his local pub. This gentle routine is threa...

Coogan's Runner
2003
as Self
Video diary from behind the scenes of 2002's "Cruise of the Gods."

Hello, Friend
2003
as Friend
A satirical look at modern technology.

Cruise of the Gods
2002
as Jeff Monks
Andy Van Allen, former hero of the cult 80s futuristic TV show Children of Castor, is now working as a hotel porter. When Andy receives an unusual off...
George Eliot: A Scandalous Life
2002
as John Chapman
Born Mary Ann Evans in 1819, the novelist George Eliot was a woman ahead of her time: a proud and determined individual who continually broke the sexu...

The Pitch of Fear
1999
as Sydney
Doctor Who spoof by Mark Gatiss and David Walliams.

The Kidnappers
1999
as David
Doctor Who spoof by Mark Gatiss and David Walliams.

The Web of Caves
1999
as Humanoid 1
Doctor Who spoof by Mark Gatiss and David Walliams.

The Kidnappers
1999
Writer
Doctor Who spoof by Mark Gatiss and David Walliams.

The Web of Caves
1999
Writer
Doctor Who spoof by Mark Gatiss and David Walliams.

The Pitch of Fear
1999
Writer
Doctor Who spoof by Mark Gatiss and David Walliams.

Plunkett & MacLeane
1999
as Viscount Bilston
Will Plunkett and Captain James Macleane, two men from different ends of the social spectrum in 18th-century England, enter a gentlemen's agreement: T...

You Are Here
1998
as Murray Moffatt
One-off late '90s comedy special from a cast full of up and coming comic actors and comedians.

You Are Here
1998
Writer
One-off late '90s comedy special from a cast full of up and coming comic actors and comedians.

Dennis Pennis R.I.P.
1997
as Anthony Cream Jnr./Merlin Boast
Pennis lives, in Cannes, New York and London, or does he? Because someone wants to take him down...

The Land of Sometimes
N/A
as The Guardian of the Electric Volcano (voice)
Brother and sister Alfie and Elise keep wishing for more, until the night before Christmas when the strange and mysterious Wish Collector appears and ...
Come Fly on the Wall
N/A
as Self
Documentary about the making of Come Fly With Me.

The Liar
N/A
as Hesketh-Harvey
Adrian Healey is clever, charming and witty, but above all he is an expert liar. His unparalleled ability to consummately cheat and deceive is a skill...
Fing!
N/A
as Headmaster
Librarians Mr. and Mrs. Meek indulge their demanding daughter Myrtle's every wish. When she wants a Fing, they search deep in the jungle. After findin...
Shadows
N/A
Writer
It tells the story of an Irish father saying good bye to his daughter for the last time as she is leaving for a new life in England. On the journey th...
Bad Dad
N/A
Producer, Novel, Screenplay
Follows a boy named Frank whose dad is thrown into prison following driving the getaway car in a bank robbery. Frank then hatches a daring plan to bre...
Fing!
N/A
Novel, Executive Producer
Librarians Mr. and Mrs. Meek indulge their demanding daughter Myrtle's every wish. When she wants a Fing, they search deep in the jungle. After findin...