I don't know why that is, but English politics is just so overly white. It's very much about the class structure.

I'm certainly lucky to have got famous through something that was so well liked, generally speaking.

I don't know what to do with it. I'm very fortunate to have it, and it gives you room to maneuver. But the main thing about having money is it means you don't have to worry about it. And that for me is a lovely thing. It's not for fast cars and hookers.

My mom and dad were actors when they were younger and had a horrible experience of it. My dad became a literary agent and my mom a casting director.

If you're having a bad day, get on with your job, because you having a bad day can affect everyone around you.

I’m an atheist, and a militant atheist when religion starts impacting on legislation.

My taste in the films I've taken as an actor is similar to what I'd do a director or writer: all quite odd, challenging stuff, slightly off-the-wall.