Biography
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.
Paul Merton
Acting
Parsons Green, London, England, UK
Born
Movies
Frank Bough: National Treasure, National Disgrace· 2023
Self (archive footage)
When Motorhoming Goes Horribly Wrong· 2023
Narrator
The Fringe, Fame and Me· 2022
Self
Henry IX: The Lost King· 2017
Self
Magical Mystery Tour Revisited· 2012
Self
Paul Merton's Weird and Wonderful World of Early Cinema· 2010
Himself
The Unforgettable Spike Milligan· 2010
Himself
Just a Minute· 2009
himself
Trials and Tribulations· 2008
(archive footage)
Hitler: The Comedy Years· 2007
Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band - 40th Anniversary Celebration· 2006
Self
Have I Got News for You: The Best of the Guest Presenters Volume 2· 2005
Self (archive footage)
Have I Got News for You: The Best of the Guest Presenters· 2003
Dick Whittington: The ITV Pantomime· 2002
The Captain
Spike Milligan I told you I was ill... A live tribute· 2002
Self
The Very Best of 'Have I Got News for You'· 2002
Self - Team Captain
Aladdin: The ITV Pantomime· 2000
Spirit of the Ring
Cinderella: The ITV Pantomime· 2000
Lucretia
The Suicidal Dog· 2000
Radio announcer & Man on Train
Jack and the Beanstalk: The ITV Pantomime· 1998
Narrator
Have I Got News for You: The Official Pirate Video· 1997
Self
Rex the Runt: North by North Pole· 1996
Dr. Dogg (voice)
An Evening With Gary Lineker· 1994
Ian
Paul Merton at the London Palladium· 1994
Himself
One Foot in the Grave: Victor In The Bath· 1993
Dentist (Voice)
Amnesty International's Big 30· 1991
Self
TV shows
Paul Merton: Driving Amazing Trains· 2026
Self - Presenter
Perfect Pub Walks· 2024
Himself
Motorhoming With Merton and Webster· 2021
Years and Years· 2019
Paul Merton
Paul Merton's Secret Stations· 2016
Self - Presenter
Tipping Point: Lucky Stars· 2013
Self - Contestant
Just a Minute· 2012
Himself (regular panellist)
Celebrity Antiques Road Trip· 2011
Self - Participant
Paul Merton's Adventures· 2011
Self
Paul Merton's Birth of Hollywood· 2011
Paul Merton in Europe· 2010
Stewart Lee's Comedy Vehicle· 2009
Paul Merton
Paul Merton in India· 2008
Thank God You're Here· 2008
Self - Host
Paul Merton in China· 2007
Himself - Presenter
Paul Merton's Silent Clowns· 2007
Himself
The One Show· 2006
Self - Guest
Who Do You Think You Are?· 2004
Self
Lorraine· 2001
Self
Parkinson· 1998
Self
Rex the Runt· 1998
Dr. Dogg (voice)
Paul Merton in Galton & Simpson's· 1996
Arnold
Room 101· 1994
Self - Host
The Danny Baker Show· 1994
If You See God, Tell Him· 1993
Workman
Terry and Julian· 1992
Vicar
Paul Merton: The Series· 1991
Have I Got News for You· 1990
Self - Team Captain
One Foot in the Grave· 1990
Barman
Whose Line Is It Anyway?· 1988
Himself
The Young Ones· 1982
Peasant
Have I Got a Bit More News for You
Self - Team Captain