Marc Wootton
Biography
Marc James Wootton was born on February 8, 1975, in Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom. He is an English actor, comedian, and writer. Wootton is best known for his role as Mr Poppy in the Nativity film series. His acting credits also include starring roles in the television series High Spirits with Shirley Ghostman, La La Land, and Nighty Night, as well as voicing the character Max in Counterfeit Cat. Throughout his career, he has accumulated a total of known acting credits listed on his filmography profiles.
Career overview
Marc James Wootton is an English actor, comedian, and writer who was born on February 8, 1975, in Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom. He is best known for his role as Mr Poppy in the Nativity film series.
In addition to his work in film, Wootton has starred in several television series. His television credits include High Spirits with Shirley Ghostman, La La Land, and Nighty Night. He also provided the voice for the character Max in Counterfeit Cat.
Throughout his career in the entertainment industry, Wootton has established himself across acting, comedy, and writing, with numerous known credits listed on his professional profile.
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37 titles- The Art Of The Lie: The True Story of a Fake Film about Deception and Illusion (2025) as Brendan Allen
- The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin (2024) as Moose
- National Theatre Live: Till The Stars Come Down (2024) as Marek
- Greatest Days (2023) as Jeff
- High & Dry (2018) as Brett Sullivan
- High & Dry (2018) Writer
- High & Dry (2018) Executive Producer
- High & Dry (2018) Creator
- Counterfeit Cat (2016) as Max (voice)
- Wussywat the Clumsy Cat (2015) as Ird / Ortus (voice)
- The Bad Education Movie (2015) as Officer Geoffrey
- Inside No. 9 (2014) as John
- Sardines (2014) as John
- Trouble & the Shadowy Deathblow (2014)
- Nativity 3: Dude, Where's My Donkey?! (2014) as Mr. Poppy
- Psychobitches (2013) as The Goddess Kali
- Way to Go (2013) as Cozzo
- The Harry Hill Movie (2013) as Barney Cull
- Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! (2012) as Mr. Poppy
- Arthur Christmas (2011) as Peter (voice)
- Neighbors from Hell (2010)
- La La Land (2010)
- La La Land (2010) Producer
- La La Land (2010) Creator
- Delocated (2009) as The Glaze
- Frequently Asked Questions About Time Travel (2009) as Toby
- Nativity! (2009) as Mr. Poppy
- Brave Young Men (2009) as Owen Malloy
- Marc Wootton Exposed (2008)
- Marc Wootton Exposed (2008) Creator
- Gavin & Stacey (2007) as Duncan
- Confetti (2006) as Snoopy
- Thin Ice (2006) as Dennis
- BSTV (2005)
- High Spirits with Shirley Ghostman (2005)
- High Spirits with Shirley Ghostman (2005) Creator
- Cyderdelic (2004) as Su Long
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Marc Wootton best known for?
Marc Wootton is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Inside No. 9 (2014), Arthur Christmas (2011), Frequently Asked Questions About Time Travel (2009), Gavin & Stacey (2007).
When and where was Marc Wootton born?
Marc Wootton was born on February 8, 1975 in Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, UK.
How many credits does Marc Wootton have?
Marc Wootton has accumulated over 37 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2004 to 2025.
What is Marc Wootton's background in cinema and television?
Marc James Wootton was born on February 8, 1975, in Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom. He is an English actor, comedian, and writer. Wootton is best known for his role as Mr Poppy in the Nativity film series. His acting credits also include starring roles in the television series High Spirits with Shirley ...