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Rowan Atkinson

Date of birth: 1955-01-06

Place of birth: Consett, County Durham, UK

Known for: Acting

Also known as: Mr. Bean, Mr Bean, مستر بین, مستربین, Rowan Sebastian Atkinson, Мистер Бин, Містер Бін, Бін, Бин, 憨豆先生, 罗温·阿特金森, Мистър Бийн, 羅溫·艾金森

Rowan Atkinson

Biography

Rowan Sebastian Atkinson CBE, is an English comedian, screenwriter, and actor. He is most famous for his work on the satirical sketch comedy show Not The Nine O'Clock News, and the sitcoms Blackadder, Mr. Bean, and The Thin Blue Line. He has been listed in The Observer as one of the 50 funniest actors in British comedy, and amongst the top 50 comedy actors ever in a 2005 poll of fellow comedians. Atkinson was born in Consett, County Durham, England. The youngest of four brothers, his parents were Eric Atkinson, a farmer and company director, and Ella May (née Bainbridge), who married on 29 June 1945. His three older brothers are Paul, who died as an infant; Rodney, a Eurosceptic economist who narrowly lost the UK Independence Party leadership election in 2000 and Rupert.

Movie Credits

Love Actually
3.5

Love Actually

2003-09-07

Eight very different couples deal with their love lives in various loosely interrelated tales all se

Mr. Bean's Holiday
3.2

Mr. Bean's Holiday

2007-03-22

Mr. Bean wins a trip to Cannes where he unwittingly separates a young boy from his father and must h

Bean
3.2

Bean

1997-07-03

Childlike Englishman, Mr. Bean, is an incompetent watchman at the Royal National Gallery. After the

The Witches
3.5

The Witches

1990-05-25

A young boy named Luke and his grandmother go on vacation only to discover their hotel is hosting an

Four Weddings and a Funeral
3.4

Four Weddings and a Funeral

1994-03-09

Over the course of five social occasions, a committed bachelor must consider the notion that he may

Hearts of Hot Shots! Part Deux—A Filmmaker's Apology
2.8

Hearts of Hot Shots! Part Deux—A Filmmaker's Apology

1993-05-20

As part of the film's promotion, a mockumentary was aired on HBO. Titled Hearts of Hot Shots! Part D

Mr Bean Funny Faces
0

Mr Bean Funny Faces

2015-10-06

Two Mikes Don't Make a Wright
2

Two Mikes Don't Make a Wright

1993-04-05

Theatrical packaging of three comic shorts: Dean Parisot & Steven Wright's comedy "The Appointments

Wonka
3.5

Wonka

2023-12-06

Willy Wonka – chock-full of ideas and determined to change the world one delectable bite at a time –

Spider-Plant Man
3

Spider-Plant Man

2005-03-11

Spider-Plant Man is a parody of Spider-Man, made for the Comic Relief 2005 appeal and aired on BBC O

Bernard and the Genie
3.6

Bernard and the Genie

1991-11-23

Bernard Bottle, a mild mannered art buyer, is fired by his greedy boss, abandoned by his girlfriend

The Tall Guy
2.8

The Tall Guy

1989-02-01

An American actor in England tries to find love and work.

The Lion King
4.1

The Lion King

1994-06-15

Young lion prince Simba, eager to one day become king of the Pride Lands, grows up under the watchfu

Johnny English
3.1

Johnny English

2003-03-14

A lowly pencil pusher working for MI7, Johnny English is suddenly promoted to super spy after Agent

Hot Shots! Part Deux
3.3

Hot Shots! Part Deux

1993-05-21

Topper Harley is found to be working as an odd-job-man in a monastery. The CIA want him to lead a re

Scooby-Doo
3

Scooby-Doo

2002-06-14

When the Mystery Inc. gang is invited to Spooky Island, a popular amusement park, they soon discover

Keeping Mum
3.3

Keeping Mum

2005-12-02

A pastor preoccupied with writing the perfect sermon fails to realize that his wife is having an aff

Just for Laughs: Launching Pad
0

Just for Laughs: Launching Pad

2009-10-20

Russell Peters, Jon Stewart, Flight of the Conchords, Dave Chappelle and more.

Maybe Baby
2.7

Maybe Baby

2000-06-02

Sam and Lucie Bell are a married couple who seem to have it all: good looks, successful careers, mat

Never Say Never Again
3

Never Say Never Again

1983-10-07

James Bond returns as the secret agent 007 to battle the evil organization SPECTRE. Bond must defeat

Remember the Secret Policeman's Ball?
2.4

Remember the Secret Policeman's Ball?

2004-12-09

The Secret Policeman benefit shows for Amnesty International brought together comedy grand masters -

Rowan Atkinson Live
4

Rowan Atkinson Live

1992-03-01

Rowan Atkinson and Angus Deayton in Boston doing a live performance of the same styles of humor we'v

Dead on Time
3.3

Dead on Time

1983-01-01

Bernard Fripp is told by his doctor that he has only 30 minutes left to live. This sets Bernard bumb

The Appointments of Dennis Jennings
3.3

The Appointments of Dennis Jennings

1988-09-07

Dennis Jennings is an introverted daydreamer, sleepwalking through life. He is a professional waiter

Mr. Bean Takes an Exam
3.8

Mr. Bean Takes an Exam

1991-10-04

Mr. Bean realizes he doesn't know the answers to his exam paper and tries desperately to copy from t

Mr. Bean Goes to a Première
3.6

Mr. Bean Goes to a Première

1991-07-31

Mr. Bean arrives at a movie premiere attended by a royal guest. Unfortunately, he finds that his bre

Cleo and John
0

Cleo and John

1982-01-01

Cleo Laine and Johnny Dankworth perform jazz live on stage, chat about married life together, and re

Laughing Matters
3.1

Laughing Matters

1992-11-22

A documentary on the mechanics of visual humour.

Johnny English Reborn
3.1

Johnny English Reborn

2011-09-15

The most prominent heads of state in the world begin gathering for a conference that could have a ma

The Secret Policeman's Ball
3.1

The Secret Policeman's Ball

1979-12-22

A series of benefit concerts to raise money for Amnesty International. Performances include comedy s

The Secret Policeman's Other Ball
3

The Secret Policeman's Other Ball

1982-03-01

Following the success of the 1979 show and the financial benefits accruing to Amnesty from the spin-

Blackadder: The Lost Pilot
3.4

Blackadder: The Lost Pilot

2023-06-15

Sir Tony Robinson takes a journey back in time to find out where Blackadder really began, and to unc

Blackadder's Christmas Carol
3.8

Blackadder's Christmas Carol

1988-12-23

After a genial spirit shows the benevolent Ebenezer Blackadder visions of his unscrupulous ancestors

Blackadder: A Cunning Story
3.8

Blackadder: A Cunning Story

2023-06-16

A look back at the making of the entire Blackadder series to commemorate its 40th anniversary, featu

The Driven Man
3

The Driven Man

1990-12-08

A humorous documentary film written by British comedian and well-known car collector Rowan Atkinson,

The Funny Blokes of British Comedy
3

The Funny Blokes of British Comedy

2005-03-03

Movie with some of the greatest brittish comedians such as Rowan Atkinson, John Cleese.

The Best Bits of Mr. Bean
3.7

The Best Bits of Mr. Bean

1995-12-15

Mr. Bean and Teddy venture into the loft to look for an umbrella and uncover items from past experie

Blackadder: The Cavalier Years
3.6

Blackadder: The Cavalier Years

1988-02-05

A short movie, made for Comic Relief, in which Blackadder (Rowan Atkinson) and Baldrick (Tony Robins

Mr. Kershaw's Dream System
0

Mr. Kershaw's Dream System

1982-01-01

A man grows insane when he hears the beeping of a Monarch telephone, and he seeks help of a psychiat

Doctor Who: The Curse of Fatal Death
3.6

Doctor Who: The Curse of Fatal Death

1999-03-26

Before the Doctor can settle down to married life, he must face one last confrontation with his dead

Canned Laughter
3.1

Canned Laughter

1979-04-08

Robert Box asks his colleague Lorraine out for a date. They go to a restaurant where Dave Perry trie

Mr. Bean: Torvill and Bean
3.3

Mr. Bean: Torvill and Bean

1995-03-17

Mr. Bean takes his girlfriend to see Britain's famous ice skating duo Torvill and Dean perform in Ma

Blackadder Rides Again
3.8

Blackadder Rides Again

2008-12-25

This documentary marks the 25th anniversary since the first transmission of The Black Adder in 1983

Diamonds are a Bean's Best Friend
0

Diamonds are a Bean's Best Friend

2018-10-30

Thanks to you, the fans, Mr Bean is back to receive his DIAMOND PLAY BUTTON in this special animated

Not Again: Not the Nine O'Clock News
3

Not Again: Not the Nine O'Clock News

2009-12-28

A look behind the scenes of satirical sketch show Not the Nine O'Clock News.

Blackadder: Back & Forth
3.5

Blackadder: Back & Forth

1999-03-29

What was a cunning plan from Lord Edmund Blackadder V to fake a time machine on his gullibly incompe

Mr. Bean And Comic Relief: (I Want To Be) Elected
3.8

Mr. Bean And Comic Relief: (I Want To Be) Elected

1992-03-14

Music Videos for the songs released by Comic Relief featuring Mr. Bean, Bruce Dickinson and 'Taste'

Johnny English 4
0

Johnny English 4

The fourth installment in the franchise. Plot TBA.

London 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremony: Isles of Wonder
3.9

London 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremony: Isles of Wonder

2012-07-27

The London 2012 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony took place at 9pm on 27 July 2012. Titled 'Isles of W

We Are Most Amused
3.6

We Are Most Amused

2008-11-15

We Are Most Amused was a gala event held at the New Wimbledon Theatre on 12 November 2008 in honour

The Grand Knockout Tournament
2.9

The Grand Knockout Tournament

1987-06-19

The Grand Knockout Tournament (colloquially also known as It's a Royal Knockout) was a one-off chari

Now That’s What I Call Comedy
0

Now That’s What I Call Comedy

2009-03-02

This compilation, sold in aid of Comic Relief, includes over 30 TV clips, stand-up routines and sket

How to Go Faster and Influence People: The Gordon Murray F1 Story
0

How to Go Faster and Influence People: The Gordon Murray F1 Story

2012-07-08

In the secretive world of F1 designers, Professor Gordon Murray is a legendary figure. Having spent

Full Throttle
3

Full Throttle

1995-02-02

Rowan Atkinson plays motor racing ace Sir Henry "Tim" Birkin. He was a brilliant racing driver of th

Rude For A Reason: Live from Brixton Academy
0

Rude For A Reason: Live from Brixton Academy

1999-10-28

Highlights from Comic Relief's June 1999 live event, designed to help alleviate third world debt. Co

Red Nose Day Actually
3.5

Red Nose Day Actually

2017-03-24

Fourteen years after the events of the first film, a series of encounters between people in Britain

The Best of Mr. Bean
3.9

The Best of Mr. Bean

2006-08-01

Starring the incomparable Rowan Atkinson as Mr. Bean, this DVD features 5 of the funniest and most i

The Best of Not The Nine O'Clock News Volume One
3.3

The Best of Not The Nine O'Clock News Volume One

2006-02-28

Attention, comedy fans: NOT THE NINE O'CLOCK NEWS is the real thing. This is scathing, no-holds-barr

Peter Cook & Co.
3.4

Peter Cook & Co.

1980-11-14

Peter Cook & Co. is a one-off sketch show special starring Peter Cook, with guest appearances from f

Johnny English Strikes Again
3.1

Johnny English Strikes Again

2018-09-13

Disaster strikes when a criminal mastermind reveals the identities of all active undercover agents i

The Exciting Escapades of Mr. Bean
3.1

The Exciting Escapades of Mr. Bean

1991-09-04

Rowan Atkinson stars in another comic creation; Mr Bean a mute oddball who trips in and out of chaos

Blackadder Exclusive: The Whole Rotten Saga
3.9

Blackadder Exclusive: The Whole Rotten Saga

2008-10-09

To mark the 25th anniversary since the first transmission of Blackadder in 1983, the iconic cast of

Mr. Bean: The Bus Stop
3.4

Mr. Bean: The Bus Stop

1991-11-15

Mr. Bean tries to get first in line at the bus-stop.

Laughs and Larrikins
0

Laughs and Larrikins

Midday with Ray Martin from 1985 - 1993.

Mel Smith: I've Done Some Things
2

Mel Smith: I've Done Some Things

2013-12-24

A tribute to British comedian Mel Smith, who died in July 2013, aged 60, featuring home video footag

One Red Nose Day and a Wedding
3.5

One Red Nose Day and a Wedding

2019-03-15

You’re invited to the wedding of the year, as the original cast of Four Weddings and a Funeral reuni

We Are Most Amused and Amazed
4

We Are Most Amused and Amazed

2018-11-13

A spectacular night of comedy and magic from The London Palladium to celebrate the 70th birthday of

Top Funny Comedian The Movie
1

Top Funny Comedian The Movie

2017-03-24

A spin-off of a Chinese variety show of the same name, it involves a number of characters getting in

Mr. Bean: Police Station
3.2

Mr. Bean: Police Station

1991-03-15

Mr. Bean visits the police station on Red Nose Day to report items stolen from his car - it'd be far

Mr. Bean's Wedding
3.6

Mr. Bean's Wedding

2007-03-16

In this Comic Relief sketch, the lovable yet clumsy Mr. Bean finds himself at the wedding of an unsu

Mr. Bean: Funeral
3.3

Mr. Bean: Funeral

2015-03-13

Mr. Bean returns in a sketch for Comic Relief to celebrate his 25th anniversary.

Baldrick's Video Diary - A Blackadder in the Making
3

Baldrick's Video Diary - A Blackadder in the Making

2001-10-15

An intimate behind the scenes short film while shooting the Black Adder special Back and Forth.

The Story of Bean
3.5

The Story of Bean

1997-07-31

Pending release of the movie "Bean," Rowan Atkinson reflects on his comedy career and reveals how hi

The Comic Relief Utterly Utterly Rude Video Live
3

The Comic Relief Utterly Utterly Rude Video Live

1986-04-25

In April 1986, inspired by the previous summer's bombastic Live Aid event and the success of Amnesty

Happy Birthday Mr Bean
3.6

Happy Birthday Mr Bean

2010-09-06

A collection of five birthday-themed excerpts, taken from both the original and animated series of R

Mr Bean : Best Bits
0

Mr Bean : Best Bits

1999-06-23

Happy Birthday Mr Bean
3.9

Happy Birthday Mr Bean

2021-01-10

A celebratory documentary looking back at the 30 years since comedy legend Mr Bean landed on our scr

Blackadder's Most Cunning Moments
2.3

Blackadder's Most Cunning Moments

2008-10-16

A countdown of the top 40 "Blackadder" moments chosen by cast and crew members, celebrity fans and 1

Twilight Park
0

Twilight Park

Twilight Park, a life size stop motion animated feature film about a boy Seraphim who along with How

Making Rat Race
0

Making Rat Race

2002-01-29

The making of the movie 'Rat Race'.

Lying To Michael Jackson
0

Lying To Michael Jackson

2003-03-14

Comic Relief Red Nose Night 2003 sketchbook spoofing the 'Living with Michael Jackson' documentary

Rowan Atkinson Live: Invisible Drum Kit
5

Rowan Atkinson Live: Invisible Drum Kit

1992-04-11

In this hilarious clip Rowan bumps into something seemingly innocuous while sweeping the stage. This

Mr. Bean's 25th Anniversary: Mr. Bean Drives His Car Again!
0

Mr. Bean's 25th Anniversary: Mr. Bean Drives His Car Again!

2015-09-05

To celebrate 25 years of a beloved character, Mr. Bean gets back on his car and rides around London.

Unseen Bean
1

Unseen Bean

1995-11-15

That incorigable Mr. Bean is back! First, he's attending an open house day at school where he raises

The Best of Not The Nine O'Clock News Volume Two
0

The Best of Not The Nine O'Clock News Volume Two

Attention, comedy fans: NOT THE NINE O'CLOCK NEWS is the real thing. This is scathing, no-holds-barr

Royal Variety Performance 1984
0

Royal Variety Performance 1984

1984-11-25

In the presence of HM Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother accompanied by Their Royal Highnesses The Pri

Rat Race
3.1

Rat Race

2001-08-17

In an ensemble film about easy money, greed, manipulation and bad driving, a Las Vegas casino tycoon

Mickey's Philharmagic
4

Mickey's Philharmagic

2003-10-08

Disney magic meets Disney music in this spectacular 12-minute, 3D fantasy adventure starring Donald