I was a shy, quiet kid. I was happiest playing by myself with my toys, rather than hanging around people.

Well, obviously, as soon as I'd finished the script I read a lot of books on Winston Churchill, and started to gain weight and really prepare emotionally, mentally and physically for the role.

I was a shy, quiet kid. I was happiest playing by myself with my toys, rather than hanging around people.

In truth, making films doesn't feel like hard work because I always have such a good time doing it.

Hopefully, that people could see a progression in my performances because that's how it's always felt to me.

I enjoy the process of TV; I like the pace of it; I like the continual work.

I can promote until I am blue in the face, but ultimately nobody knows what makes a hit.