Peep Show at 20: where are cast members now, including David Mitchell, Robert Webb and Olivia Colman
David Mitchell and Robert Webb’s Peep Show is celebrating its 20th anniversary. The British sitcom, written by Jesse Armstrong and Sam Bain, aired for a total of 54 episodes on Channel 4 from 2003 until 2015 - establishing itself as the longest running comedy in the programme’s history for years on air.
Peep Show appealed to a mass audience during its heyday and it has since become a cult classic on streaming services such as Netflix.
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Hide AdIt is viewed by many TV critics as one of the finest British comedies of the 21st century and it propelled a number of its actors to stardom, such as Mitchell, Webb, Olivia Colman and Matt King.
But where are the cast members now and what have they done since the final episode of Peep Show?
Peep Show cast where are they now?
David Mitchell - Mark Corrigan
David Mitchell played the role of Mark Corrigan, a loan manager at JLB Credit who later had spells working as a waiter in a Mexican restaurant, a tour guide and a bathroom supplies salesman.
Corrigan is a responsible and bright character who struggles socially, particularly with the opposite sex. He formed a love-hate relationship with his flat mate and friend from university Jeremy.
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David Mitchell, 48, has remained in comedy after leaving Peep Show and he has continued to work closely with Robert Webb to release the sitcom Back. Mitchell has also been a frequent participant on British panel shows including: Would I Lie to You?, Mock The Week, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and Have I Got News For You.
He married British writer and TV presenter Victoria Coren Mitchell in 2012. The pair have a seven-year-old daughter.
Robert Webb - Jeremy Usborne
Robert Webb played the role of Jeremy Usborne, an unemployed aspiring musician who lives in the spare room of Mark’s flat. He is superficially more socially skilled than Mark, but his overconfidence and naivety often land him and Mark in difficult situations.
Where is he now?
Webb has maintained a strong bond with Mitchell off air and the two starred together in the sketch comedy That Mitchell and Webb Look. Webb has remained in comedy and he has starred in Back and Fresh Meat, as well as writing an acclaimed memoir How Not To Be A Boy.
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Hide AdWebb married comedy performer Abigail Burdees in 2006 and the pair have two daughters.
Olivia Colman - Sophie Chapman
Olivia Colman ‘s first breakthrough came in Peep Show when she played the role of recurring character Sophie Chapman. She is Mark’s co-worker at JLB who serves as a love interest for both Mark and Jeremy throughout the series.
Chapman’s life spirals out of control as she begins to develop a relationship with Mark.
Where is she now?
Colman has enjoyed huge success as an actress since leaving Peep Show and she has received various awards and accolades including three Golden Globe Awards and two Emmy Awards.
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Hide AdThe 49-year-olds has starred in Fleabag, Broadchurch and Les Miserables. Her most notable appearance in recent years was her award winning portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II in Netflix period-drama The Crown.
Matt King - Super Hans (Simon)
Matt King stars as Jeremy’s bandmate and best friend Super Hans.
He is as an unpredictable and wild character throughout the show and he regularly uses recreational drugs. He is a fan of Tottenham Hotspur in Peep Show and in real life.
Where is he now?
Super Hans was one of the most popular characters on the show and he King performs DJ sets at night club’s as the character. The 55-year-old has also featured in a range of TV shows including Doctor Who, Spirited, The IT Crowd and Star Stories.
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Neil Fitzmaurice - Jeff Heaney
Neil Fitzmaurice played the role of Mark’s arch nemesis and colleague Jeff. He frequently clashes with Mark over the affections of Sophie, with Jeff’s manly and intimidating behaviour acting as a foil to Mark’s mild mannered persona.
Where is he now?
Away from Peep Show, Fitzmaurice has featured in a number of shows alongside Peter Kay including Phoenix Nights, The Office and That Peter Kay Thing. Fitzmaurice’s most recent roles came in Brassic alongside Michelle Keegan and Damien Molony. The 53-year-old also features in the cast of Waterloo Road.
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