Quick Facts
Born:
1970-09-05
Birthplace:
St. Helens, Merseyside, England, UK
Credits:
137 Total Roles
Johnny Vegas
Acting
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Biography
Johnny Vegas is the stage name of Michael Pennington, the St Helens born actor, stand up comedian, writer and director. He is perhaps best known for his lead role as Moz in the BBC3 sitcom Ideal and for his role as The Oracle in several series of the ITV sitcom Benidorm. More recently, he has starred as the hapless Eric in Roy Clarke's Still Open All Hours alongside David Jason. In 2018, Vegas took the lead in a new BBC sitcom, Home From Home.
Known For
Grimsby
Milky Pimms
Good Omens
Ron Ormorod
Early Man
Asbo (voice)
Top Gear
Self
Tulip Fever
Apothecary
Black Books
Landlord
The Libertine
Sackville
Red Dwarf
Crit Cop
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Twits MOVIE | Jim Twit (voice) |
| 2025 | Johnny Vegas: Art, ADHD & Me TV | Self |
| 2025 | Johnny Vegas' Little Shop of Antiques TV | Self |
| 2025 | Time Travel Is Dangerous! MOVIE | Robert / Botty |
| 2024 | You Bet! TV | Self - Panellist |
| 2024 | Apocalypse Slough: A Murder, They Hope Mystery MOVIE | Terry |
| 2024 | The Real Ken Dodd: The Man I Loved MOVIE | Self |
| 2024 | Out of Order TV | Self - Guest Captain |
| 2023 | Blood Actually: A Murder, They Hope Mystery MOVIE | Terry |
| 2023 | The Delightful Sausage: Ginster's Paradise MOVIE | Announcer |