Joe Thomas
ActingAbout Joe Thomas
Joseph "Joe" Thomas (born 28 October 1983) is an English actor. He played Simon Cooper in the E4 sitcom The Inbetweeners (2008–2010) and its two film adaptations, The Inbetweeners Movie (2011) and The Inbetweeners 2 (2014). After The Inbetweeners concluded, Thomas remained connected to Channel 4, joining the cast of comedy-drama series Fresh Meat in 2011, portraying the role of Kingsley Owen until 2016. He was reunited with his The Inbetweeners colleague James Buckley when they both joined the cast of BBC Two sitcom White Gold, with Thomas portraying the role of Martin Lavender. In 2018, he starred in the comedy film The Festival. Born in Chelmsford, Essex, as the first of four boys, Thomas attended King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford before reading History at Pembroke College, Cambridge. At Cambridge, Thomas was a member of the Footlights, alongside his future Inbetweeners co-star Simon Bird. Bird and Thomas served as the President and the Secretary of the Footlights, respectively, in 2005–2006. After graduating in 2006, Thomas briefly shared a flat with Bird and fellow Pembroke graduate and Footlights alumnus Jonny Sweet.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Joe Thomas reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Joe Thomas's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 21% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Joe Thomas remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Friday Night Dinner: 10 Years and a Lovely Bit of Squirrel, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Joe Thomas Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joe Thomas's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Joe Thomas.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Universal | Leo | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | We Are Not Alone | Greggs | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Plebs: Soldiers of Rome | Amadeus | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Friday Night Dinner: 10 Years and a Lovely Bit of Squirrel | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Mamma Mia! Here We Go Yet Again | Three Very Different Young Men | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Inbetweeners: Fwends Reunited | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Festival | Nick | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Darkest Universe | Toby | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Scottish Mussel | Danny | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Inbetweeners 2 | Simon Cooper | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Inbetweeners Go Global | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Inbetweeners Movie | Simon Cooper | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | A Trick of the Light | Joe | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | 3 of a Kind | Robin Banks | Flop | Similar → |
Joe Thomas - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joe Thomas?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joe Thomas is "Friday Night Dinner: 10 Years and a Lovely Bit of Squirrel" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Joe Thomas acted in?
Joe Thomas has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joe Thomas?
Other notable films include "Mamma Mia! Here We Go Yet Again", "We Are Not Alone", and "The Inbetweeners Movie".