
Acting
Vic Reeves
Born 1959-01-24 · Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK
Jim Moir, better known by his stage name of Vic Reeves, is a British comedian, actor, TV presenter, singer writer and artist. He is one half of the surreal and successful comedy duo Reeves and Mortimer, alongside Bob Mortimer.
Acting credits
6.3A comedian uses her troubled past as material for her stand-up routine, trying to rise up through the comedy circuit by playing Northern England's working men's clubs.
Funny Cow
2018
6.1Though Dek leads a simple and happy life with his girlfriend Shirley and her 12-year-old daughter Marlene, his grand, televised marriage proposal puts his devotion to the test—especially as Marlene's long-absent biological father, Jimmy, looms in the background.
Once Upon a Time in the Midlands
2002
8.5Two friends search for a quality sausage at an open air meat festival.
The Weekenders
1992
5.3A group of American executives making a film about World War II decide that since their lead is rather unglamorous, they will draft in an American G.I. to play the part of Winston Churchill. Their take on the war depicts a handsome Churchill falling in love with Princess Elizabeth, who is herself involved in the war as an undercover agent.
Churchill: The Hollywood Years
2004
4.0In the tradition of the acclaimed series of British concerts known as The Secret Policemen's Ball, Amnesty International celebrates its 50th Anniversary live at Radio City Music Hall.
Amnesty International's Big 30
1991
5.0To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of the surreal art movement, comedian Jim Moir (a.k.a. Vic Reeves) presents this documentary exploring the history of Dadism and the lasting influence it has had on himself and others.
Gaga for Dada: The Original Art Rebels
2016
8.0Documentary charting and celebrating five decades of often groundbreaking, boundary-pushing comedy from BBC Two.
50 Years of BBC Two Comedy
2014
5.7One-off zany comedy sketch show special starring Ulrika Jonsson
It's Ulrika!
1997
6.0A look at Pulp's Common People, a song that examines class, politics and Britain in the 90s.
Pulp: The Story of Common People
2006
7.8Helpful hints on making life easier from the pages of adult comic Viz are brought to life by Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer. Save money by filling a glass with marmite and topping it with shaving foam. It makes a convincing pint of stout and has the advantage of tasting nicer.
Viz Top Tips
1996
8.0Documentary film about pop art sensation Pauline Boty, tracking the artist’s original contribution to British art, her feminism and her unique take on the nascent celebrity culture of the 1960s. Ahead of her time in so many ways, Boty’s story ends with her tragic early death at 28 in 1966 and the subsequent revival of interest in her work in the last decade. Packed full of original photographs and art work, the film calls on an array of family, friends, art critics and famous fans to lead us through the Boty story. Contributors include pop art titan Sir Peter Blake, comedian and artist Jim Moir, critic Kate Bryan, best friend and print designer Natalie Gibson MBE, pop singers Corinne Drewery and Tanita Tikaram and TV presenter Ronnie Archer Morgan
Boty: I Am the Sixties
2025
5.8A comic drama about the weird and wonderful world of Salvador Dali and the Surrealists. This film charts Dali's meteoric rise from obscurity to the world's most publicised artist.
Surrealissimo: The Trial of Salvador Dali
2002
A special edition of the super celebrity quiz available only on video.
Shooting Stars: Unviewed and Nude
1996
6.7Single drama telling the story of Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise's formative years, from child stars to national treasures. 'Big head, short legs' is Eric Bartholomew's first impression of Ernie Wiseman, but their friendship endures and, encouraged by his well-meaning but determined mother Sadie, Eric became the funny man to Ernie's 'feed'. After a successful stint in children's variety, they work their way up the ladder of live performance, but after a disastrous television debut in the series Running Wild, Morecambe and Wise learn to trust their own instincts and just make people laugh.
Eric & Ernie
2011
8.0Noel Fielding and Julian Barratt tell the story behind The Mighty Boosh in their own words. They visit locations key to their past, including the comedy club where they first performed and the studio where the radio show was recorded, which is now an organic supermarket. Featuring interviews with Stewart Lee, Danny Wallace, Lee Mack, Steve Coogan, Russell Brand, Vic Reeves, Bob Mortimer, Jo Whiley, Lenny Henry, Kasabian and The Horrors as well as never before seen photos and home movies from the boys themselves.
The Mighty Boosh: A Journey Through Time and Space
2008
NRA history of the British television comedy double act Morecambe & Wise to coincide with the BBC drama about their early lives.
Eric & Ernie: Behind the Scenes
2011
7.7Eleven-year-old Beanie's bland life is changed for ever when he is sent on a mission. Armed only with laser lip-gloss and a pair of blend-in pants he has to save his parents from Evil Stella and return the Golden Nit to its rightful place at the heart of the sun, thereby saving the universe.
The Itch of the Golden Nit
2011
NRVic Reeves and Bob Mortimer star in their first ever TV show with their own brand of original comedy. The show features characters such as 'Man With the Stick', 'Graham Lister', 'Wavey Davey' and 'Judge Nutmeg'. Visit Novelty Island, spin the Wheel of Justice and investigate new facts about Les. All of this hilarious comedy accompanied by a song by Vic at the start of the show and Oh! Mr Songwriter at the end. A must for those who "Wouldn't Let it Lie". This video contains a 90 minute live show.
Vic Reeves Big Night Out Tour
1992
NRThe history of British comedy from the 1970s to today, showing how the work of Reeves and Mortimer provided a link between old-style acts such as Bernard Manning and modern phenomena like Little Britain.
When Comedy Changed Forever
2006
NRA look at how the Fast Show developed into one of TV's most successful series, with contributions from the creators, writers, cast and some famous fans.
Suit You Sir! The Inside Leg Of The Fast Show
1999
10.0Comic duo Reeves and Mortimer bring their distinctive smell to Ipswich, in this live performance filmed in 1994. Regular characters on show include Otis and Marvin, Mulligan and O'Hare, The Bra Men and mischievous windbags the Pettemains.
Reeves And Mortimer - Live Tour Puce 1694
1994
NRVic & Bob are on a road trip across England as they search for an elusive piece of celebrity memorabilia - Michael Jackson's "training" glove.
The Glove
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7.3Vic and Bob teach the world to drive - their way.
Reeves and Mortimer's Driving School
1993
3.5Vic Reeves' documentary about the Jack the Ripper case focusing on an examination of five suspects in the case.
Vic Reeves Investigates... Jack the Ripper
2007
Behind the camera
8.5Two friends search for a quality sausage at an open air meat festival.
The Weekenders
1992
5.7One-off zany comedy sketch show special starring Ulrika Jonsson
It's Ulrika!
1997
5.7One-off zany comedy sketch show special starring Ulrika Jonsson
It's Ulrika!
1997
A special edition of the super celebrity quiz available only on video.
Shooting Stars: Unviewed and Nude
1996
6.8Spoof documentary about the career of comedian Steve Coogan.
Steve Coogan: The Inside Story
2009
NRJim Moir (aka Vic Reeves) explores Video Art, revealing how different generations ‘hacked’ the tools of television to pioneer new ways of creating art that can be beautiful, bewildering and wildly experimental.
Kill Your TV: Jim Moir’s Weird World of Video Art
2019