Mark Lamarr
ActingAbout Mark Lamarr
Mark Lamarr is an English comedian, radio DJ and television presenter. Lamarr was born in the Park South area of Swindon, Wiltshire. He has three elder sisters. His father is Irish. He passed five O-Levels at Park School (renamed Oakfield School) but dropped out of school at 17 and moved to Harrow, London, which was the centre of the early 1980s British rockabilly revival scene. After his poem Too Fast to Live, Too Young to Work was published in 1987, his act developed from poetry to stand-up comedy. He took to performing at London's Comedy Store in 1985, He previously hosted Never Mind the Buzzcocks from 1996 until 2005. He was also a presenter on The Word from 1992 to 1994, the on the road presenter with The Big Breakfast from 1992 to 1996 and a team captain on Shooting Stars from 1995 to 1997.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Mark Lamarr reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Mark Lamarr'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 25% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Mark Lamarr remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Never Rewind the Buzzcocks, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Mark Lamarr Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mark Lamarr's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Mark Lamarr.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Huge | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Two Tone Britain | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Screaming Lord Sutch | narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Mark Lamarr: Uncensored And Live | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Never Rewind the Buzzcocks | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Pervirella | Irch Bishop | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Shooting Stars: Unviewed and Nude | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Filth! | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
Mark Lamarr - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mark Lamarr?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mark Lamarr is "Never Rewind the Buzzcocks" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Mark Lamarr acted in?
Mark Lamarr has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mark Lamarr?
Other notable films include "Mark Lamarr: Uncensored And Live", "Huge", and "Two Tone Britain".