Hugh Laurie

Hugh Laurie

Born:June 11, 1959

Place of Birth:Oxford, England, UK

Known For:Acting

Biography

Hugh Laurie, born James Hugh Calum Laurie, is a multi-talented English artist known for his versatility in the entertainment industry. Born on June 11, 1959, Laurie has made a significant impact as an actor, director, singer, musician, comedian, and author. His portrayal of the iconic character Dr. Gregory House in the medical drama series "House" garnered him immense recognition, earning him two prestigious Golden Globe Awards and various other nominations.

Apart from his acclaimed role in "House," Laurie has showcased his acting prowess in a variety of projects. His performance as the enigmatic arms dealer Richard Onslow Roper in the miniseries "The Night Manager" earned him yet another Golden Globe Award, showcasing his ability to delve into diverse characters with finesse. Laurie's portrayal of Senator Tom James in the hit HBO sitcom "Veep" further solidified his reputation as a versatile and talented actor, leading to his 10th Emmy Award nomination.

Before his illustrious acting career took off, Laurie's path to success was filled with interesting twists and turns. Following a setback in his rowing aspirations due to glandular fever, Laurie found his calling in the world of entertainment. His involvement with the Cambridge Footlights, a renowned university dramatic club, not only honed his acting skills but also introduced him to lifelong connections. It was during this time that he crossed paths with Emma Thompson, sparking a romantic relationship that eventually transitioned into a lasting friendship.

The serendipitous meeting with Thompson proved to be a pivotal moment in Laurie's life as she introduced him to the brilliant Stephen Fry, with whom Laurie would go on to form a dynamic comedy duo. Their partnership would yield remarkable results, propelling both actors to new heights of success. Together with Thompson and writer Ben Elton, Laurie and Fry showcased their comedic prowess in various projects, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment landscape.

Beyond his on-screen accomplishments, Laurie's talents extend to the realm of music and literature. As a skilled musician, he has demonstrated his musical abilities through various projects, showcasing his passion for music alongside his acting career. Additionally, Laurie's foray into writing further underscores his creative depth, reflecting his multifaceted talents and unwavering dedication to his craft.

With a career spanning decades and a diverse body of work to his credit, Hugh Laurie continues to captivate audiences with his exceptional performances and unparalleled talent. His ability to seamlessly transition between genres and mediums sets him apart as a true artist, leaving an enduring legacy in the world of entertainment. Laurie's contributions to film, television, music, and literature have solidified his status as a revered figure in the industry, earning him a well-deserved place among the entertainment elite.

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Filmography

Acting

Tomorrowland

Tomorrowland

David Nix

2015

Bound by a shared destiny, a bright, optimistic teen bursting with scientific curiosity and a former boy-genius inventor jaded by disillusionment embark on a danger-filled mission to unearth the secrets of an enigmatic place somewhere in time and space that exists in their collective memory as "Tomorrowland."
Monsters vs Aliens

Monsters vs Aliens

Dr. Cockroach Ph.D. (voice)

2009

When Susan Murphy is unwittingly clobbered by a meteor full of outer space gunk on her wedding day, she mysteriously grows to 49-feet-11-inches. The military jumps into action and captures Susan, secreting her away to a covert government compound. She is renamed Ginormica and placed in confinement with a ragtag group of Monsters...
The Man in the Iron Mask

The Man in the Iron Mask

King's Advisor

1998

Years have passed since the Three Musketeers, Aramis, Athos and Porthos, have fought together with their friend, D'Artagnan. But with the tyrannical King Louis using his power to wreak havoc in the kingdom while his twin brother, Philippe, remains imprisoned, the Musketeers reunite to abduct Louis and replace him with Philippe.
101 Dalmatians

101 Dalmatians

Jasper

1996

An evil, high-fashion designer plots to steal Dalmatian puppies in order to make an extravagant fur coat, but instead creates an extravagant mess.
The Canterville Ghost

The Canterville Ghost

Grim Reaper / Gardener / Swordsman / Monster / Old Duke (voice)

2023

An American family moves in to the Canterville Chase, a London mansion that has been haunted by ghost Sir Simon De Canterville for 300 years.
Stuart Little

Stuart Little

Mr. Little

1999

When the Littles adopt Stuart, the mouse, George is initially unwelcoming to his new brother, and the family cat, Snowbell, is even less enthusiastic. Stuart resolves to face these difficulties with as much pluck and courage as he can muster.
Hop

Hop

E.B.'s Dad (voice)

2011

E.B., the Easter Bunny's teenage son, heads to Hollywood, determined to become a drummer in a rock 'n' roll band. In L.A., he's taken in by Fred after the out-of-work slacker hits E.B. with his car.
Stuart Little 2

Stuart Little 2

Mr. Little

2002

Stuart, an adorable white mouse, still lives happily with his adoptive family, the Littles, on the east side of Manhattan's Central Park. More crazy mouse adventures are in store as Stuart, his human brother, George, and their mischievous cat, Snowbell, set out to rescue a friend.
Sense and Sensibility

Sense and Sensibility

Mr. Palmer

1995

The Dashwood sisters, sensible Elinor and passionate Marianne, whose chances at marriage seem doomed by their family's sudden loss of fortune. When Henry Dashwood dies unexpectedly, his estate must pass on by law to his son from his first marriage, John and wife Fanny. But these circumstances leave Mr. Dashwood's current wife, and daughters Elinor, Marianne and Margaret, without a home and with barely enough money to live on. As Elinor and Marianne struggle to find romantic fulfillment in a society obsessed with financial and social status, they must learn to mix sense with sensibility in their dealings with both money and men.
Street Kings

Street Kings

Captain James Biggs

2008

Tom Ludlow is a disillusioned L.A. Police Officer, rarely playing by the rules and haunted by the death of his wife. When evidence implicates him in the execution of a fellow officer, he is forced to go up against the cop culture he's been a part of his entire career, ultimately leading him to question the loyalties of everyone around him.
Valiant

Valiant

Gutsy (voice)

2005

Set in 1944, Valiant is a woodland pigeon who wants to become a great hero someday. When he hears they are hiring recruits for the Royal Homing Pigeon Service, he immediately sets out for London. On the way, he meets a smelly but friendly pigeon named Bugsy, who joins him, mainly to get away from clients he cheated in a game of find-the pebble, and helps him sign up for the war.
The Amazing Maurice

The Amazing Maurice

Maurice (voice)

2022

Maurice is a streetwise ginger cat who comes up with a money-making scam by befriending a group of self-taught talking rats. When Maurice and the rodents meet a bookworm called Malicia, their little con soon goes down the drain.
Arthur Christmas

Arthur Christmas

Steve (voice)

2011

For hundreds of years, the Claus family has delegated the title "Santa" to a chosen few of its members, which can be passed down upon retirement. Each Christmas, Santa and his vast army of highly trained elves produce gifts and distribute them around the world in a one-night high-tech operation. However, when one of 600 million children to receive a gift from Santa on Christmas Eve is missed, it is deemed ‘acceptable’ to all but one—Arthur Claus, the current Santa’s misfit son deemed ineligible for the title, who executes an unauthorised rookie mission to get the last present halfway around the globe before dawn on Christmas morning.
Flight of the Phoenix

Flight of the Phoenix

Ian

2004

When an oil rig in the Gobi Desert of Mongolia proves unproductive, an aircraft crew are sent to shut the operation down and fly them out. On the flight out over the desert on the way to Beijing, Capt. Frank Towns and co-pilot A.J. are unable to keep their cargo plane, a C-119 Flying Boxcar, in the air when a violent sandstorm strikes. Crash-landing in a remote uncharted part of the desert, the two pilots and their passengers -- a crew of oil workers and a drifter -- must work together to survive by rebuilding the aircraft. Soon, low supplies and a band of merciless smugglers add even greater urgency to their task.
Holmes & Watson

Holmes & Watson

Mycroft Holmes (uncredited)

2018

Detective Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson join forces to investigate a mysterious murder at Buckingham Palace. It seems like an open-and-shut case as all signs point to Professor James Moriarty, the criminal mastermind and longtime nemesis of the crime-solving duo. When new twists and clues begin to emerge, the world's greatest sleuth and his trusted assistant must now use their legendary wits and ingenious methods to catch the killer as they only have four days before the queen becomes the next victim.
The Borrowers

The Borrowers

Officer Steady

1997

The four-inch-tall Clock family secretly share a house with the normal-sized Lender family, "borrowing" such items as thread, safety pins, batteries and scraps of food. However, their peaceful co-existence is disturbed when evil lawyer Ocious P. Potter steals the will granting title to the house, which he plans to demolish in order to build apartments. The Lenders are forced to move, and the Clocks face the risk of being exposed to the normal-sized world.
Stuart Little 3: Call of the Wild

Stuart Little 3: Call of the Wild

Mr. Little (voice)

2005

With school out for the summer, The Littles are vacationing in a cabin by the lake, and Stuart is so excited he could burst! But when Snowbell the cat is captured by a mean-spirited creature known simply as the Beast, it's up to Stuart and a skunk named Reeko to rescue him and a few other friends.
Spice World

Spice World

Poirot

1997

World famous pop group the Spice Girls zip around London in their luxurious double decker tour bus having various adventures and performing for their fans.
The Personal History of David Copperfield

The Personal History of David Copperfield

Mr. Dick

2019

A fresh and distinctive take on Charles Dickens’ semi-autobiographical masterpiece, The Personal History of David Copperfield, set in the 1840s, chronicles the life of its iconic title character as he navigates a chaotic world to find his elusive place within it. From his unhappy childhood to the discovery of his gift as a storyteller and writer, David’s journey is by turns hilarious and tragic, but always full of life, colour and humanity.

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