Tom Basden
Biography
Thomas William Basden is an English actor, writer, comedian, and musician who was born on November 30, 1980, in Sutton, London, United Kingdom. He is best known for co-creating and starring in Plebs, a television production that won the Royal Television Society award for Best Scripted Comedy in 2014. In addition to his work on Plebs, he was nominated for Best Newcomer at the 2007 Edinburgh Comedy Awards and is a member of the sketch group Cowards. He also co-wrote and starred in the 2025 film The Ballad of Wallis Island. His known credits in the industry total 39, and he has been associated with projects such as After Life, Cowards, and Jam and Jerusalem.
Career overview
Thomas William Basden is an English actor, writer, comedian, and musician who was born on November 30, 1980, in Sutton, London, United Kingdom. He is best known for co-creating and starring in the television series Plebs, which earned the Royal Television Society award for Best Scripted Comedy in 2014. In addition to his work on Plebs, his career encompasses television and film projects, including appearances associated with the productions Po Zivote, Cowards, Jam and Jerusalem, and the 2025 film The Ballad of Wallis Island, which he co-wrote and starred in.
As a performer and writer, Basden has received recognition for his comedic work, including a nomination for Best Newcomer at the 2007 Edinburgh Comedy Awards. He is also recognized as a member of the sketch group Cowards. Across his career, he has accumulated numerous known credits in the entertainment industry as both an actor and a creative contributor.
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Full Filmography
53 titles- How to Get to Heaven from Belfast (2026) as Seb
- Ricky Gervais Alley Cats (2026)
- The Ballad of Wallis Island (2025) as Herb McGwyer
- The Ballad of Wallis Island (2025) Songs
- The Ballad of Wallis Island (2025) Executive Producer
- The Ballad of Wallis Island (2025) Screenplay
- Here We Go: Our New Year’s Fireworks Fantasaganza (2025) as Robin
- Here We Go: Our New Year’s Fireworks Fantasaganza (2025) Writer
- Here We Go: Mum's Classic Family Christmas (2023) as Robin
- Here We Go: Mum's Classic Family Christmas (2023) Writer
- Man vs Bee (2022) as Police Officer
- The Last Bus (2022) as Mr. Short
- Here We Go (2022) as Robin Hankey
- Here We Go (2022) Writer
- Here We Go (2022) Executive Producer
- Here We Go (2022) Creator
- Plebs: Soldiers of Rome (2022) as Aurelius
- Plebs: Soldiers of Rome (2022) Writer
- Venice at Dawn (2022) as Stephen
- Mandy (2020) as Jason
- Ghosts (2019) as Cartwright
- After Life (2019) as Matt
- Women on the Verge (2018) as Daniel
- Quacks (2017) as John Sutton
- Gap Year (2017) Creator
- David Brent: Life on the Road (2016) as Dan
- W1A (2014) as Dan Shepherd
- Anthony (2014) as Anthony
- Plebs (2013) as Aurelius
- Plebs (2013) Creator
- Derek (2013) as Autograph Expert
- The Wrong Mans (2013) as Noel
- Very Few Fish (2013) Writer
- Games On: Tent (2012) as Paul
- Pointless Celebrities (2011) as Self - Contestant
- Fresh Meat (2011) Writer
- Dark Relic (2010) as Robert
- The Boot Sale (2010) as The Hunk
- Cowards (2009)
- Cowards (2009) Writer
- Brave Young Men (2009) as Jamie Husband
- Brave Young Men (2009) Writer
- After You've Gone (2007) as Mike
- The One and Only Herb McGwyer Plays Wallis Island (2007) as Herb McGwyer
- The One and Only Herb McGwyer Plays Wallis Island (2007) Writer
- The One and Only Herb McGwyer Plays Wallis Island (2007) Music
- The One Show (2006) as Self
- Jam and Jerusalem (2006) as Kira's Dad
- Hyperdrive (2006) as Lallakkiss
- Vital Signs (2006) as Mr Woodley
- Never Mind the Buzzcocks (1996) as Self
- Bill's Included Executive Producer
- The Mandy Who Knew Too Much as Benefits Advisor
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Tom Basden best known for?
Tom Basden is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including How to Get to Heaven from Belfast (2026), Ricky Gervais Alley Cats (2026), Man vs Bee (2022), Ghosts (2019).
When and where was Tom Basden born?
Tom Basden was born on November 30, 1980 in Sutton, London, UK.
How many credits does Tom Basden have?
Tom Basden has accumulated over 53 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1996 to 2026.
What is Tom Basden's background in cinema and television?
Thomas William Basden is an English actor, writer, comedian, and musician who was born on November 30, 1980, in Sutton, London, United Kingdom. He is best known for co-creating and starring in Plebs, a television production that won the Royal Television Society award for Best Scripted Comedy in 2014. In addition to his...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Ghosts (2019) as Cartwright — aged about 38
- After Life (2019) as Matt — aged about 38
- Derek (2013) as Autograph Expert — aged about 32
- Man vs Bee (2022) as Police Officer — aged about 41
- How to Get to Heaven from Belfast (2026) as Seb — aged about 45
- Never Mind the Buzzcocks (1996) as Self — aged about 15
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