Liverpool will always be my home.

I couldn't think of anything worse than going to a fancy dress party. So, if somebody invited me to one, I'd go as the Invisible Man and not turn up.

We have one life and we should cherish it and make it the best we can.

I've moved into directing as well as acting, and it has taught me never to take casting personally.

I love getting stuff, and if I give a present to someone and don't get one back, you can bet your life they won't be getting one next year.

I always try to put myself in the way of surprise as much as possible. My ambition is to keep challenging myself. I like that journey of discovery.

I like to act because I can forget about everything else.