Luke McQueen
Luke McQueen is an accomplished stand-up comedian, writer, and actor, renowned for his unique comedic style and engaging performances. You may recognize him from various television shows, including 'The Moth Club' and 'Comedians Giving Lectures' on Dave, 'The Stand-up Sketch Show' on ITV, and the popular 'Roast Battle' on Comedy Central. A prominent figure at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Luke has delivered five solo performances that received both sell-out audiences and critical acclaim.
Throughout his career, Luke has secured several commissions, such as 'The Person Behind the Celebrity' on Channel 4, a chat show that humorously shifts the focus from the celebrity guest to a lesser-known individual from their life. He also created 'The Chosen One' for Sky1, a short film about a man convinced that God is trying to reach out to him, and produced a three-part series, 'The Luke McQueen Pilots,' for the BBC, which was nominated for a National Television Award and hailed as a "delirious" top TV pick by The Guardian.
In collaboration with Lou Sanders, he co-created the improvised comedy podcast 'Why Is Your Bottom So Dirty,' featuring notable guests like Brett Goldstein and Lolly Adefope. Luke has also written and starred in short films, earning accolades such as an honorable mention at the LOCO Film Festival for 'Last Dates' and a special commendation for 'Trevor.' Recently, he appeared in Nicolas Cage’s film 'The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent' and took on a leading role in the upcoming feature 'Hostages' directed by Jim Owen. His earlier work includes the audacious YouTube series '#GetSarahBack' and '#FindMyAudience,' where he executed daring publicity stunts, including deceiving an audience into thinking they were coming to see Frankie Boyle. Additionally, he has been a writer on 'Unforgivable' for three seasons, showcasing his versatility in comedy.