Richard E. Grant Breaks Down His Career, from 'Downton Abbey' to 'Star Wars' | Vanity Fair

[@nickchambers3935]

I've just seen Richard E. Grant breaking down his career and nothing prepares you for this. I cheered, I shouted, I fist pumped the air, I cried, I stood and cheered. It's absolutely everything you hoped it was going to be and I'm so proud to be in it and I can't wait for you to see it.

[@PatsRule1224]

Gah!

[@SuperBC1975]

Richard E. Grant is one of the best character actors around. He always livens up a film with his unique presence. I first saw him when I was a kid in 'Warlock.' He made it a much better film than it had any right to be.

[@magoo9279]

I lived that movie.

[@Anomalous602]

B C I wouldn’t be surprise if he inspired the Witcher series.

[@magoo9279]

@@Anomalous602 😅🤣 2 totally different things.

[@happychaosofthenorth]

I first "discovered" him watching an obscure and bizarre cartoon series called "Captain Star" where he voiced the titular character, and even though it only had 13 episodes, I loved his voice so much! I recognized him in "Spice World", which came out the same year, by his voice, and even though I haven't watched every or even most things that he's been in, I'm always so happy when I'm watching a movie or show and he shows up. I think he's one of the most underrated actors out there. You're so right about his unique presence and I love how personable he is. I'm glad I watched this, because there are a couple of movies he talked about that I need to see that I otherwise would've never heard of. I wish he could've officially played The Doctor in Doctor Who (though he did play him in the Doctor Who parody prior to the new series) and when I read Harry Potter (this was before the movies) I imagined him as Sirius. I really wanted him to be in the Harry Potter movies, there are several roles he would've been perfect for and it's a shame (at least to me) he wasn't part of that film series.

[@Anomalous602]

keis Farrow how so?? Remember the Witcher hunts evil and supernatural creatures.

[@sandram.5666]

We’re going to need an update after his portrayal of Classic Loki

[@pheenmachine]

GLOOOOOOOOOORIOUS PURPOSE !!!

[@ducky_urban]

He really outdid himself with his portrayal. And with so few lines at that, it’s truly magnificent.

[@samanthab1923]

Just saw a Variety interview he did on LOKI it's the best.

[@rocknrollcomedyguy]

@@ducky_urban indeed!! Well said. I felt the same way when I saw his performance. He seemed really into it :)

[@ferSmith07]

I could listen to him talking for hours.

[@jolieannnacion7506]

So could I

[@thomasmartin5182]

"Richard E. Grant reads his film diaries With Nails" , if you haven't KZbin'd it yet

[@whoaskedforthispodcast6500]

He is honestly one of the most well spoken actors around. Always love seeing him pop up in films.

[@vmarsch]

I'll never forget seeing Withnail and I for the first time in 1987 with my dearest friend, now passed away. Every time Grant show up in a movie I feel a charge of delight, like seeing an old friend. I'm so glad his career flourished as it did. Thank you for sharing.

[@aquarian6004]

0:46 “I’m like a god!” This part sold me for his Loki role

[@haydenbarnes5110]

How* like a god

[@mathiasknsgaardkristensen3396]

He looks and sounds like a man who could play a believable Judge Frollo.

[@0918amelia]

I was thinking the same thing too

[@flashgames9711]

Mathias Knøsgaard Kristensen Richard e grant was in horrid Henry the movie

[@pa3997]

Yes, he has this "British villian aura" like Basil Rathbone, Peter Cushing or Christopher Lee!

[@nasirwillie2136]

a tip: watch movies on flixzone. I've been using them for watching loads of movies these days.

[@briggsgibson3392]

@Nasir Willie Yup, I've been using flixzone for months myself :)

[@stephenryan1912]

I'm only half way through this video, but I'm blown away by how genuinely nice, and thankful for his career he is. This video was borderline wholesome. It makes me like him as a person, when I already liked him as an actor.

[@azimmer3]

Joy of an "interview" to watch. So well spoken and clearly devoted to the world of acting and movies

[@ninaelsbethgustavsen2131]

It's amazing to hear such an exeptionally talented actor be so humble about himself, and so generous about other people. A truly unique person !

[@kaihG]

To be honest he's the absolute best part about Hudson Hawk. The way he says "Wooooorld.... DOMINATION!!" kills me every time - so wonderfully over the top; I love it!

[@TheRealGuywithoutaMustache]

Richard is an actual legend, he keeps it 100% real

[@kaygal89]

He is so articulate and charming

[@JDshabbos]

I've watched most of this Vanity Fair hoopla, and this was the first one that made me feel a lot more human than the others. I love you Richard. and am grateful to your contribution to the arts.

[@crazyloverofcats]

I first saw Richard E. Grant when he was Sir Percy Blakeney in A&E's "The Scarlet Pimpernel". He was fabulous!

[@mmgringoire2]

That was my intro to him too. I didn't watch Downton, but I did when I found out he and Elizabeth McGovern would be reunited.

[@crazyloverofcats]

@@mmgringoire2 l am so glad someone esle knows at that show!! I was also excited to see them reunited!

[@StevenMKelly]

Adore him in the Pimpernel. That was also the first thing I saw him in. Perfect casting haha. He must've had a lot of fun with it.

[@Tardisntimbits]

I am sad they didn't even mention it!!!

[@spirited154]

@@mmgringoire2 I love him as Percy. I just didn't realize that Elizabeth Mcgovern was Margeurite. I feel kinda bad for never noticing...

[@mark9294]

Nothing prepared me for this. I shouted, I jumped, I fist-pumped the air. It was everything I was hoping it would be.

[@siffegy]

Im so glad to be in it, and i cant whhaait for you to see it. Gaah!

[@1wps3694]

I am here to hear him talk about his Glorious Purpose!

[@nicholasonufrak]

This was incredible. Mr. Grants insight and recounting of previous personalities he's worked with was spectacular.

[@parkviewmo]

Wah Way is one of my favorite films. It was so great to hear him discuss it! Richard E. Grant is a wonderful actor!

[@Vesperitis]

Didn't know anything about this guy, but when I saw that _Withnail & I_ monologue I was like, "Yep, there's Loki."

[@O_Towne_Bear]

check out the movie.

[@spirited154]

Honestly, my first Richard E Grant movie was The Little Vampire, but my absolute ever favorite role of his was as Sir Percy in The Scarlet Pimpernel. An absolute tour de force, and I'm a little disappointed that he never talks about it.

[@mauricekelly1585]

I've seen a bunch of these Vanity Fair actor reminiscing videos, but this one was fantastic. Not only did I learn so many new things about Richard's career, but also about how he scored roles and more. Wow.

[@EnclosedPoolArea]

This interview is everything I hoped it would be. I'm so honoured for Richard to be in it; and I can't wait for you to see it.

[@liammackay2061]

My dad is a serious alcoholic. I never understood why he drank as a kid and always harboured serious resentment towards him. When I was 17, my dad told me he wanted to show me one of his favourite movies, Withnail & I. After watching that movie, and watching Grant’s performance, I had a whole new view on alcoholism and addiction. It changed a lot about how I viewed and appreciated my father, and that’s something I’ll never forget.

[@happywaterstudios6526]

My childhood is a little sad not to see him talk about The Little Vampire, but still a good video

[@jessicadavis4541]

Happy Water Studio’s that was it! I was trying to remember where I first saw him and it was the little vampire! Loved that movie!

[@DemonKingNemo]

I came here hoping hed speak of it lol

[@BronyFan27]

Happy Water Studio’s He also didn’t mention Corpse Bride! I loved him as Barkis Bittern!

[@dakotagreen9199]

That's the only reason I'm here to hear him talk about the little vampire. It just sucks cause that's the first movie I seen him in

[@missrmkgamer9288]

Same here he was great in the the little vampire!!

[@mariannesikking7608]

I adore Richard, most articulate, grounded and genuine actor.

[@wardjunior1450]

I cheered, I shouted, I fist pumped the air.

[@davidcooper8892]

Gaaaah

[@mysticsaxophone4181]

Oh if he had lived during the golden age of Hammer films. Look at this man and tell me he wouldn't have fit perfectly alongside Peter Cushing and Christoper Lee in some victorian occult blast.

[@BFNgaming2024]

That's quite possibly why they cast him in Star Wars

[@SpringerA1984]

YEEESSSS!!

[@giftheck]

Absolutely! He definitely has that feel that he would easily have fit in with them!

[@mysticsaxophone4181]

@@giftheck Drinking tea in a velvet suit, sitting in gigantic armchairs, discussing metaphysics...or Satan

[@jackiem3516]

I'm just here to see what he says about his best performance: Spice world

[@vb8428]

What? Not even close to his best

[@canadianmoth]

@@vb8428 i think the person was joking

[@orsonlepherd7064]

You misspelled Withnail And I

[@worktvk]

SAME

[@Sunshine_day]

Simon Marchmont is my favorite character of his.

[@KSfan4ever]

REG is endlessly and continuously gorgeous, and such a wonderful actor! He is so well-spoken, elegant and charming - such a pleasure to watch and listen to!

[@Shonibub]

Please go watch him in ‘Jack and Sarah’ it’s one of the sweetest movies ever and his performance in that is just heart breaking 😩

[@reinadegrillos]

One favorite of mine too

[@letivon6589]

I was hoping he would mention Jack & Sarah.

[@rebeccab8555]

My favourite of his too.

[@samanthab1923]

I love that movie. So many good people in it. And the song! Stars always makes me cry.

[@YourJellyFishAteMyTV]

I demand.... more Richard E Grant!! And some tea, cake and BOOZE

[@RichardEGrant-lw7bb]

God bless you ♥️

[@O_Towne_Bear]

He has been one of my fave actors ever since my friends and I stumbled into the theater to see "Withnail & I". A class act and terrific actor.

[@helend6774]

There are certain actors that always make a movie better. I'm adding Richard Grant to the list.

[@katwil89]

I love the sound of his voice. I could listen to him tell stories all day.

[@yassebasse86]

Such a genuinely delightful human being.

[@Chillednfunked]

Every time I see him interviewed he comes across as so genuine and humble and is so uplifting in every way. He’s become an absolute national treasure in the UK and well deserved.

[@ohio_nights]

Richard E. Grant is a legend. I will watch every single project he takes on, no question. I get so excited whenever I see his name on a cast list.

[@Emi_Alvarez]

I hope I get to 63 with the class, smoothness and passion that Richar E Grant has. (also, loved that he mentioned Hudson Hawk, one of my favorite good bad movies)

[@rosanajaquez3274]

He's a wonderful actor and I've seen him in almost everything he'd done to date. I do wish that he'd spoken about the first movie I saw him in - 1990's "Henry & June".

[@BigFrenchNose]

The absolute joie de vivre that this person exudes is amazing. You can feel how much he loves what he does and that he's living life to the fullest by the way he smiles. Good on ye Mr. Grant!

[@whatevs00]

Haven’t seen him in too much, but every time I see him on Instagram or in interviews I find him utterly delightful and I wish he was a bonkers uncle of mine.

[@dsatt57]

This is the most interesting one yet. GREAT stories!

[@briansexton2011]

He’s so interesting and nice, I’ve only seen him in a couple of things but now I want to see more

[@LucasONeill-mj3rz]

Richard E. Grant in Withnail And I is easily one of my favourite performances, in easily one of my favourite movies

[@ironclad1056]

He's a genuine nice man. Would love to take him to a cookout.

[@madtitan0825]

He’s such a perfect cast as an older Loki/Tom Hiddleston, imagine Hugh Laurie plays another older version of Doctor Strange, now that’ll be🤯

[@JosephAyrtonHam]

I really, really loved Richard in the 90s TV movie version of A Christmas Carol. He was an absolutely pitch perfect Bob Cratchit.

[@a.d.2719]

I came to say the same thing. His Cratchit was so lovable and memorable. I just watched the film last weekend, and his scenes were the best!

[@bigbagoforanges]

"...a Persian carpet of vomit..." That's marvelous.

[@williamshaw9047]

Read his book "With Nails." He's a terrific writer.

[@nursen2106]

This diserves more views. People are missing out a great actor and great entertaining presentation

[@fionacavalier]

love him as an actor and a real gentleman, i know would not be a big hit but i love jack and sarah. when he is dancing with the baby crying to simply red, gets me everytime

[@sednaorr3273]

This man's joie de vivre is a thing to behold.

[@GeorgiaHelenaMoran13]

Glad he has gotten one of these videos!!! He is such a legend 🙌🏻

[@missVmilne]

How wonderful. I could and would listen to him speak so compellingly for a long time to come - what a great career : - )

[@gracem6612]

Such a classy, graceful actor. Love him! ❤️

[@redouteshabby2024]

Richard did not mention my favorite, Jack And Sarah! Since it had a couple of "unknowns" like Judi Dench and Ian McKellen, I wonder why it wasn't mentioned!

[@h.e590]

Also.a fav of.mine next to the Scarlett Pimpernel... also deserved a mention I think

[@ErmenBlankenberg]

This man deserves the same fame and recognition as Ian McKellen, Anthony Hopkins or Michael Caine.

[@OddOneOut665]

I really wish he won his Oscar Nomination for 'Can You Ever Forgive Me'. He was so charismatic in that Film! Also, who else remembers his brief Animated Stint as The Doctor on 'Doctor Who'? (Scream of the Shalka)

[@mmgringoire2]

Also his appearance as the Handsome Doctor in Curse of Fatal Death :)

[@ErmenBlankenberg]

And the Great Intelligence, of course.

[@h.e590]

He was also in the horrible snowman and a sequel to that episode

[@ChristopherDucra]

I know it's not "movies" but I would have LOVED him speak of "Posh Nosh" (which have any of you have not seen - watch now) he is brilliant

[@FloraWest]

Ha! I just made this same comment. So so funny.

[@GillDawe]

Oh Richard, I'm glad you didn't listen to the haters. Spice World is epic, and though I've seen many of your other films, it will always be the movie I think of when I think of you.

[@mirthenemrys]

Guess i am one of those in the minority that loved Hudson Hawk. Was it a bit over the top... sure. Was it funny and entertaining to watch... hell yeah.

[@Theomite]

I still don't get why people hate HUDSON HAWK. It's delightful.

[@jrnsurlan405]

You’re not the only one. And he’s great in it.

[@jlee4039]

I loved it too! It’s a farce, and if you accept it as a farce, it’s great!

[@dachitronmagnus5755]

And how he's played Loki. Too bad he is always underutilized in these big franchises he's been in Star Wars, Marvel, and Game Of Thrones have all wasted his full potential he had for the characters he played well except the one in GOT. He should have gotten a better character there.

[@jlim003]

If anyone got as annoyed as I did with the subtitles trying to figure out what he says at 15:50. The word is not "imforgranted". It's 'in flagrante'!

[@gu763]

Always will remember him from his role as "tenth doctor" in "The Curse of Fatal Death".

[@thewitchkingofangmar1715]

With nail and I is one of the best films of all time

[@magnacz]

Whithnail and I was the first film I saw you in. It was brilliant and I kept looking for you in other films even bought your book. Great to see you doing well.

[@jw8360]

An absolute gentleman and wonderful actor

[@gurograff3146]

I wished they would have talked about the scarlet pimpernel (one of my favourites as a child), but none the less this was an amazing video with a fantastic actor. (And I have to mention that his voice is marvellous)

[@ashamazon2262]

For a movie lover this is an amazing interview

[@reno0405g]

Glorious purposeeeee!!!

[@deejeyycayananbaking5247]

Glorious Purpose!

[@jeff3608]

GLORIOUS PURPOSE!!!!

[@moosemush]

Fantastic actor, and very good at getting across the chronology of his working life!

[@lesmartinsings]

One of my absolute favorites. Recently watching his Hotel series and he always seems in a state of "rhapsody", I would definitely invite him to join my gang for a good night out. I now his spirit and resilience with help him with his recent tragic loss.

[@ernestogonzalez8960]

The way he said "Machismo" really did it for me.

[@SofiaFP]

i had never heard that pronunciation lol amazing

[@SARAJONES-ry5gg]

Sara Jones - first floor flat - 83 percy Road - Portsmouth - Po4 0bh - Sara Bloch also (same person) and Erik Jones

[@kevinreedy2947]

10:55 for that moment I just laughed so hard. But also-I could literally just listen to him for hours and not be bored

[@spaceodds1985]

I love these videos and this is by far one of the best I’ve seen to date

[@ameli1056]

I've just seen "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" and…Nothing prepares you for this. I cheered, I shouted, I fist-pumped the air, I cried, I stood and cheered. It's absolutely everything you hoped it was going to be.

[@patrickchoque7720]

Withnail and I is amazing, still one of his best

[@katarinabenikova6973]

His reaction at 17:41, I would watch anything he is involved in.

[@0ut1and3r]

I only know this man from Spice World

[@mmgringoire2]

Lady Grantham was originally your Lady Blakeney. Sad they didn't bring up The Scarlet Pimpernel. That was the first thing I ever saw Richard in.

[@letivon6589]

So glad he mentioned Warlock!!

[@alydematti]

Spice World starts at 11:25

[@BushinRyuCat]

Richard Grant has a purpose.... *GLOOORIOUS PURPOSE!!!*

[@yashicat5950]

Where to go after Withnail and I? One of the best comedies ever and best films of the 80s.

[@BossShirley]

Was amazing in Star Wars, should’ve been introduced earlier or had a bigger part 🤩

[@rustypatch9543]

Loved him in Jack and Sarah. Showed another side to his acting skills. But, With Nail & I is my all time favorite. The first DVD I ever purchased. Every time I view it I notice something different that I missed in previous viewings. The dialog is brilliant. If Richard Griffiths had not been in this movie as the marvelous Uncle Monty, Richard E. Grant would have stolen the entire movie. Grant lights up the screen in every movie scene he is in.

[@pam0626]

I first discovered Richard in Jack & Sarah. Such a sweet film.

[@cserannie80]

Does he have an autobiography? The way he tells stories is just mesmerizing. I like him since I was 15

[@RichardEGrant-lw7bb]

I noticed your comments and likes on my subscriber page and I'm using this opportunity to say a very big thank you again. I read each and everyone's support during this long time. sometime now I just decide to send you a surprise message.

[@annamariepowell9162]

He has a bunch of books, some are diaries, others are notes on movies he's made and his newest book is about the death of his wife.

[@SuperCee80]

His 'With Nails' published diaries are fantastic, such an interesting beautifully written read, would really recommend.

[@cloudsombrero]

His cameo in the hitmans wifes bodyguard was the best scene in the movie

[@pizzaqueen9590]

Love this guy- such a fine actor and gentleman

[@Starkardur]

He's been in so many iconic films

[@RA-kj9nm]

Hes just absolutely spectacular. What an actor, what a man!

[@God-dt7om]

I adore Richard E Grant. Wonderful guy

[@STANDRDUSER]

I’m here after watching Loki. Anyone else?

[@annettecardoso9298]

What a fantastic actor! I got to know him first in Withnail and I