Adam Buxton

Acting

Adam Buxton

Born June 7, 1969 · London, UK (age 57)

Adam Offord Buxton (born 7 June 1969) is an English comedian, writer, podcaster, and actor, known for his work as one half of the comedy duo Adam and Joe with long-time collaborator Joe Cornish.

Known For

Sing 2Sing 2 · 2021
Sing 2
7.82021
MovieAnimationComedy
Buster and his new cast now have their sights set on debuting a new show at the Crystal Tower Theater in glamorous Redshore City. But with no connections, he and his singers must sneak into the Crystal Entertainment offices, run by the ruthless wolf mogul Jimmy Crystal, where the gang pitches the ridiculous idea of casting the lion rock legend Clay Calloway in their show. Buster must embark on a quest to find the now-isolated Clay and persuade him to return to the stage.
SingSing · 2016
Sing
7.12016
MovieAnimationComedy
A koala named Buster recruits his best friend to help him drum up business for his theater by hosting a singing competition.
Hot FuzzHot Fuzz · 2007
Hot Fuzz
7.62007
MovieCrimeAction
Former London constable Nicholas Angel finds it difficult to adapt to his new assignment in the sleepy British village of Sandford. Not only does he miss the excitement of the big city, but he also has a well-meaning oaf for a partner. However, when a series of grisly accidents rocks Sandford, Angel smells something rotten in the idyllic village.
StardustStardust · 2007
Stardust
7.32007
MovieAdventureFantasy
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 magical realm. His journey takes him into a world beyond his wildest dreams and reveals his true identity.
The Kid Who Would Be KingThe Kid Who Would Be King · 2019
The Kid Who Would Be King
6.22019
MovieActionAdventure
Old-school magic meets the modern world when young Alex stumbles upon the mythical sword Excalibur. He soon unites his friends and enemies, and they become knights who join forces with the legendary wizard Merlin. Together, they must save mankind from the wicked enchantress Morgana and her army of supernatural warriors.
Attack the BlockAttack the Block · 2011
Attack the Block
6.52011
MovieActionComedy
A South London teen gang must team up with the other residents of their housing estate to protect the neighbourhood from a terrifying alien invasion.
The Sparks BrothersThe Sparks Brothers · 2021
The Sparks Brothers
7.42021
MovieDocumentaryMusic
Take a musical odyssey through five weird and wonderful decades with brothers Ron & Russell Mael, celebrating the inspiring legacy of Sparks: your favorite band’s favorite band.
Scala!!!Scala!!! · 2024
Scala!!!
7.82024
MovieDocumentary
This feature-length big screen documentary tells the riotous inside story of the infamous sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll repertory cinema which inspired a generation during Britain's turbulent Thatcher years.

Movies

Sing 2Sing 2 · 2021
Sing 2
7.82021
MovieAnimationComedy
Buster and his new cast now have their sights set on debuting a new show at the Crystal Tower Theater in glamorous Redshore City. But with no connections, he and his singers must sneak into the Crystal Entertainment offices, run by the ruthless wolf mogul Jimmy Crystal, where the gang pitches the ridiculous idea of casting the lion rock legend Clay Calloway in their show. Buster must embark on a quest to find the now-isolated Clay and persuade him to return to the stage.
SingSing · 2016
Sing
7.12016
MovieAnimationComedy
A koala named Buster recruits his best friend to help him drum up business for his theater by hosting a singing competition.
Hot FuzzHot Fuzz · 2007
Hot Fuzz
7.62007
MovieCrimeAction
Former London constable Nicholas Angel finds it difficult to adapt to his new assignment in the sleepy British village of Sandford. Not only does he miss the excitement of the big city, but he also has a well-meaning oaf for a partner. However, when a series of grisly accidents rocks Sandford, Angel smells something rotten in the idyllic village.
StardustStardust · 2007
Stardust
7.32007
MovieAdventureFantasy
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 magical realm. His journey takes him into a world beyond his wildest dreams and reveals his true identity.
The Kid Who Would Be KingThe Kid Who Would Be King · 2019
The Kid Who Would Be King
6.22019
MovieActionAdventure
Old-school magic meets the modern world when young Alex stumbles upon the mythical sword Excalibur. He soon unites his friends and enemies, and they become knights who join forces with the legendary wizard Merlin. Together, they must save mankind from the wicked enchantress Morgana and her army of supernatural warriors.
Attack the BlockAttack the Block · 2011
Attack the Block
6.52011
MovieActionComedy
A South London teen gang must team up with the other residents of their housing estate to protect the neighbourhood from a terrifying alien invasion.
The Sparks BrothersThe Sparks Brothers · 2021
The Sparks Brothers
7.42021
MovieDocumentaryMusic
Take a musical odyssey through five weird and wonderful decades with brothers Ron & Russell Mael, celebrating the inspiring legacy of Sparks: your favorite band’s favorite band.
Scala!!!Scala!!! · 2024
Scala!!!
7.82024
MovieDocumentary
This feature-length big screen documentary tells the riotous inside story of the infamous sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll repertory cinema which inspired a generation during Britain's turbulent Thatcher years.
Son of RambowSon of Rambow · 2007
Son of Rambow
6.72007
MovieComedy
Will is looking for an escape from his family when he encounters Lee, the school bully. Armed with a video camera and a copy of Rambo, Lee plans to make his own action-packed video epic.
MeeBOXMeeBOX · 2008
MeeBOX
2008
MovieComedyScience Fiction
A pilot for a sketch show by Adam Buxton, featuring belligerent megastar Famous Guy, British cinema's greatest advocate Ken Korda, a poorly subtitled edition of Songs of Praise and a home-made music video for Spoon.
People's Emergency BriefingPeople's Emergency Briefing · 2026
People's Emergency Briefing
2026
MovieDocumentary
Last November, ten of the UK’s leading experts briefed an invited audience of over 1,200 politicians and leaders from business, culture, faith, sport and the media. The briefing set out the implications of climate and nature breakdown for health, food systems, national security and the economy. The People's Emergency Briefing presents the national implications of climate and nature breakdown - along with credible, positive responses - in a single, accessible account. A new film featuring Chris Packham, leading scientists, a former general and Jennifer Saunders - all being far too frank about where things are heading and what can be done about it.
Scala InterviewsScala Interviews · 2024
Scala Interviews
2024
MovieDocumentary
An hour of interviews about the iconic British cinema.
Adam Buxton's Old BitsAdam Buxton's Old Bits · 2017
Adam Buxton's Old Bits
4.02017
Movie
Here's a brand new show from Adam that we recorded in the BFI in London earlier in the year. It's hilarious. It was one of those nights where we had such a good time we couldn't wait to share it with you all. The show was a best-of compilation of Adam's favourite routines from the past few years. In it, he talks about real life struggles that we can all relate to - working from home whilst trying to avoid the internet. Luckily for us he doesn't manage to keep away from it for too long, as we get to see his search history looking at the work of some beloved performers together with the views of the YouTube commentary community. When relaxing away from the internet we are also treated to a selection of videos that Adam has made that give a pretty good insight into his home life. He even says 'my wife' in a robot voice.
Spook Train: Room Two – Cell-XSpook Train: Room Two – Cell-X · 2020
Spook Train: Room Two – Cell-X
6.52020
MovieHorrorComedy
The second instalment of the creepy horror anthology claymation series "Spook Train."
Right Place, Wrong TimRight Place, Wrong Tim · 2018
Right Place, Wrong Tim
6.42018
MovieComedyThriller
Right Place, Wrong Tim follows the Bell family, a dynasty of clockmakers who run Dagenham’s infamous ‘Hells Bells’ clock shop, in Channel 4’s most successful Essex-set comedy since Jamie’s School Dinners. During a routine live taping, the cast of thespians are suddenly derailed by the entrance of a clone of Tim.
The External WorldThe External World · 2010
The External World
6.22010
MovieAnimationComedy
A boy learns to play the piano.
The Low DownThe Low Down · 2001
The Low Down
5.42001
MovieRomanceDrama
Frank is a restless young man in his late twenties whose life revolves around his friends and his work. When he becomes involved with Ruby, her optimistic and fresh approach to life and its problems begins to have a dramatic effect on him.
Conclusive: We Made Hot FuzzConclusive: We Made Hot Fuzz · 2007
Conclusive: We Made Hot Fuzz
2007
MovieDocumentary
A documentary about the making of Hot Fuzz.
Withnail and UsWithnail and Us · 1999
Withnail and Us
6.41999
MovieDocumentary
A short documentary about the making of "Withnail & I" (1987).
The Blair Witch PhenomenonThe Blair Witch Phenomenon · 1999
The Blair Witch Phenomenon
1999
MovieDocumentaryTV Movie
Documentary about the impact of the film The Blair Witch Project, hosted and presented by film critic Mark Kermode.
I Demand to Have Some Booze!I Demand to Have Some Booze! · 1999
I Demand to Have Some Booze!
1999
MovieDocumentary
A short documentary on the drinking game inspired by the film "Withnail & I" (1987).
Creepy Pasta SaladCreepy Pasta Salad · 2019
Creepy Pasta Salad
3.02019
MovieAnimation
Anxious citizens of Wales survive Halloween, compulsory fancy dress, the endless drudgery of being put on hold and the apocalypse (sort of).
Beetle + BeanBeetle + Bean · 2020
Beetle + Bean
5.52020
MovieAnimation
When a small Bean challenges the mighty warrior Naiwag to a duel, her reluctant best friend Beetle must help her train to become a powerful knight.
Adam and Joe's Fourmative YearsAdam and Joe's Fourmative Years · 1997
Adam and Joe's Fourmative Years
7.01997
MovieDocumentaryTV Movie
In 1997, Channel 4 called on cult couch-potatoes Adam and Joe to look back over its first 15 years of groundbreaking television. And take the p*ss out of it...

TV Shows

Have I Got News for YouHave I Got News for You · 1990
Have I Got News for You
7.21990
SeriesComedy
Hilarious, totally-irreverent, near-slanderous political quiz show, based mainly on news stories from the last week or so, that leaves no party, personality or action unscathed in pursuit of laughs.
Celebrity MastermindCelebrity Mastermind · 2003
Celebrity Mastermind
6.02003
Series
Celebrity Mastermind is a British television quiz show broadcast by BBC television. The show is a spin-off of the long-running quiz show Mastermind, with the exception that all the contestants are celebrities. As with the main show, John Humphrys is the host and question-master. Magnus Magnusson was quizmaster on the 2003/04 episodes featuring Jonathan Meades as winner.
Never Mind the BuzzcocksNever Mind the Buzzcocks · 1996
Never Mind the Buzzcocks
7.01996
SeriesComedy
Never Mind the Buzzcocks is a comedy panel game show with a pop and rock music theme. The show is infamous for its dry, sarcastic humour and scathing, provocative attacks on the pop industry.
Richard & JudyRichard & Judy · 2001
Richard & Judy
3.42001
Series
Richard & Judy was a British chat show presented by the married couple Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan. The show originally aired on Channel 4, from 2001 to 2008, but later moved to digital channel, Watch, in October 2008. The programme featured a number of celebrities and a book club. Its final episode aired in July 2009 due to low ratings.
The Last LegThe Last Leg · 2013
The Last Leg
5.72013
Series
Adam Hills and co-hosts Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker provide some offbeat commentary on the significant moments of the past seven days.
Have I Got a Bit More News for YouHave I Got a Bit More News for You
Have I Got a Bit More News for You
7.1
SeriesComedy
Based on the week’s news and fronted by guest hosts, this extended version of the satirical news quiz features more of the stuff that wouldn't fit into the regular programme.
Would I Lie to You?Would I Lie to You? · 2007
Would I Lie to You?
7.82007
SeriesComedy
A comedic panel show featuring team captains Lee Mack and David Mitchell plus two guests per side, hosted by Rob Brydon (formerly Angus Deayton). Each person must reveal embarrassing facts and outrageous lies during a series of different rounds including "Home Truths", "This Is My..." and "Quickfire Lies". It is up to the opposing team to tell tall tales from fantastic facts.
The IT CrowdThe IT Crowd · 2006
The IT Crowd
8.22006
SeriesComedy
The comedic misadventures of Roy, Moss, and their grifting supervisor Jen, a 'motley crew' of IT support workers at a large corporation headed by a hotheaded yuppie.
Richard Osman's House of GamesRichard Osman's House of Games · 2017
Richard Osman's House of Games
6.12017
SeriesComedy
Each week a group of four famous faces go toe to toe in testing their general knowledge skills in a variety of entertaining games.
8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown · 2013
8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown
7.32013
SeriesComedy
Jimmy Carr hosts proceedings as the 8 Out of 10 Cats crew take over the words and numbers quiz.
Apple & OnionApple & Onion · 2018
Apple & Onion
6.72018
SeriesAnimationComedy
In a world of talking food, best mates Apple and Onion fumble through city life, tackling ordinary problems by extraordinary means.
Room 101Room 101 · 1994
Room 101
6.61994
SeriesComedy
Fast-moving game show meets talk show, which sees Frank Skinner refereeing three celebrities each week as they compete to banish their top peeve or worst nightmare to the depths of Room 101.
Messy goes to OKIDOMessy goes to OKIDO · 2015
Messy goes to OKIDO
7.22015
SeriesAnimation
OKIDO is a comedy adventure, science-educational series following a curious, adventure seeking and unruly monster called Messy as he finds the answers to everything a 3-5 year old child wants to know. Why do things fall down and not up? Where do echoes come from? Messy goes on incredible adventures with his two best friends, Zoe and Felix to find the answers. They are helped along the way by the bonkers science trio Zim, Zam and Zoom. Together they will fly to the moon, shrink to the size of atoms and fly on the back of a giant butterfly.
Travel Man: 48 Hours in...Travel Man: 48 Hours in... · 2015
Travel Man: 48 Hours in...
6.42015
SeriesComedyDocumentary
British comedian Richard Ayoade (later taken over by Joe Lycett), accompanied by a celebrity guest, takes a ruthlessly efficient approach to travel, covering everything top tourist destinations have to offer in just 48 hours.
The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To CancerThe Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer · 2018
The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer
7.12018
Series
Four different celebrities all aim to impress judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith with their baking skills.
Look Around YouLook Around You · 2002
Look Around You
8.02002
SeriesComedy
LOOK AROUND YOU. Look around you. Just look around you. What do you see? A tree. A weather-vane. A discarded lollipop-wrapper. A traffic shop. All of these things, and any other things you may care to mention, have one thing in common. Can you work out what it is?
The PersuasionistsThe Persuasionists · 2010
The Persuasionists
5.02010
SeriesComedy
A look at the lives of five overpaid and underworked employees at fictional advertising agency HHH&H.
Comedy ShowcaseComedy Showcase · 2007
Comedy Showcase
7.02007
SeriesComedy
Comedy Showcase is a series of one-off comedy specials featuring some of Britain's fledgling comedy talent. Its format is reminiscent of the much earlier Comedy Playhouse. The format was replaced in 2012 by 4Funnies.
Time TrumpetTime Trumpet · 2006
Time Trumpet
7.42006
SeriesComedy
Set in the year 2031, this mockumentary looks back at events that ostensibly happened during the first 30 years of the 21st century. The series follows a format that co-creator Armando Iannucci previously used in his satirical year-in-review programme '2004: The Stupid Version'.
The Adam and Joe ShowThe Adam and Joe Show · 1996
The Adam and Joe Show
7.11996
SeriesComedy
The Adam and Joe Show is a British television comedy show, written and presented by Adam and Joe, which ran for four series on Channel 4 between 1996 and 2001. All four series are available free to watch on 4oD, but currently only a compilation of the best of the entire run is available on DVD, however all episodes are available on iTunes.
It's KevinIt's Kevin · 2013
It's Kevin
7.22013
SeriesComedy
It's Kevin is a British television comedy show, created by and starring the actor and comedian Kevin Eldon. It was screened on BBC Two between March and April 2013.
Adam and Joe Go TokyoAdam and Joe Go Tokyo · 2003
Adam and Joe Go Tokyo
7.52003
SeriesDocumentaryComedy
Adam and Joe Go Tokyo was a series of eight episodes created for BBC Three. It starred Adam Buxton and Joe Cornish of The Adam and Joe Show and aired from 30 May 2003 to 25 July 2003. The aim of the show was to offer an alternative insight into the lives of Tokyo's citizens, with the obligatory look at a number of gadgets and toys along the way. The show took the format of a mature Blue Peter outlining many pastimes of the average Japanese person, everything from competitive speed eating to manga cosplay. Each episode would end with a Japanese band joining the show to perform.
The Last ChancersThe Last Chancers · 2004
The Last Chancers
7.02004
SeriesComedyDrama
The Last Chancers was originally a one-off television sitcom, screened under the Comedy Lab banner at 11:40pm on Thursday 21 November 2002. This show was later developed into a five-part series which was broadcast on E4 in December 2002. Johnny, Paul, Dan and Brian are a bunch of twentysomethings living in Brighton and struggling to make something of their band.
2004: The Stupid Version2004: The Stupid Version · 2004
2004: The Stupid Version
8.02004
SeriesComedy
Armando Iannucci's alternative take on some of the events that have defined the past 12 months.