Paul Merton
Known for
Paul Merton acts on screen in British productions, though the trail in the film databases is short. 'Have I Got News for You' carries his name in the cast list, against the character Self - Team Captain. Most of the work on record sits in comedy. He has kept a presence in the credits for 35 years or so.
Paul Merton
8 Movies
14 Series
Paul Merton acts on screen in British productions, though the trail in the film databases is short. 'Have I Got News for You' carries his name in the cast list, against the character Self - Team Captain. Most of the work on record sits in comedy. He has kept a presence in the credits for 35 years or so.
TV Shows
Plays Arnold
Paul Merton in Galton & Simpson's
1996
Plays Himself
Whose Line Is It Anyway?
1988
Plays Himself (regular panellist)
Just a Minute
2012
Plays Self - Host
Thank God You're Here
2008
Plays Self
Paul Merton's Adventures
2011
Plays Dr. Dogg (voice)
Rex the Runt
1998
Plays Himself - Presenter
Paul Merton in China
2007
Plays Himself
Paul Merton's Silent Clowns
2007
Writer
Plays Vicar
Terry and Julian
1992
Plays Paul Merton
Stewart Lee's Comedy Vehicle
2009
Plays Workman
If You See God, Tell Him
1993
Plays Barman
One Foot in the Grave
1990
Plays Peasant
The Young Ones
1982
Plays Paul Merton
Years and Years
2019
Full Filmography
When Motorhoming Goes Horribly Wrong
Narrator
2023
Film
Years and Years
Paul Merton · 1 episode
2019–
TV
Just a Minute
Himself (regular panellist) · 10 episodes
2012–
TV
Paul Merton's Adventures
Self · 6 episodes
2011–
TV
Stewart Lee's Comedy Vehicle
Paul Merton · 1 episode
2009–
TV
Thank God You're Here
Self - Host · 6 episodes
2008–
TV
Paul Merton's Silent Clowns
Himself · 4 episodes
2007–
TV
Paul Merton in China
Himself - Presenter · 4 episodes
2007–
TV
Aladdin: The ITV Pantomime
Spirit of the Ring
2000
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Paul Merton and where are they from?
Paul Merton is 69 years old, born on July 9, 1957 in Parsons Green, London, England, UK.
What are the most famous roles of Paul Merton?
Paul Merton is best known for roles in Jack and the Beanstalk: The ITV Pantomime, Cinderella: The ITV Pantomime, An Evening with Gary Lineker.
How many movies has Paul Merton been in?
Over a 35-year career (since 1991), Paul Merton has appeared in 5 movies and 8 TV shows.
What was Paul Merton's first movie?
The career of Paul Merton began with Amnesty International's Big 30 (1991).
What is Paul Merton's most recent movie or series?
Paul Merton's most recent release is Paul Merton: Driving Amazing Trains, which premiered on April 9, 2026.
What TV shows has Paul Merton appeared in?
On television, Paul Merton has appeared in Years and Years, The Young Ones, One Foot in the Grave, Have I Got News for You.
Paul Merton
1957-07-09 · Parsons Green, London, England, UK
Paul James Martin, known under the stage name Paul Merton, is an English writer, actor, comedian, radio and television presenter. Known for his improvisation skill, Merton's humour is rooted in deadpan, surreal and sometimes dark comedy.