12 of the best Mighty Boosh characters The Hitcher This cockney eel lover, once an orphan, killed Jack the Ripper, has an abnormally large thumb and seems to delight in having a giant polo around . [4] Next he appeared in the episode "The Nightmare of Milky Joe" as one of the coconut people. Played acoustic guitar for Vince's glam-folk band. However, in "Eels" he reveals that Elsie, proprietor of the Pie and Mash Shop, gave him free eels "on account of [him] being an orphan n' that" (Eels). Simon Farnaby is the actor currently best known for his role on BBC comedy Ghosts. Add to basket. Vince is horrified, but he becomes jealous moments later when Howard begins flirting with a girl.[3]. She was mentioned briefly in The Boosh as Howard's band partner and lover, until the smooth talking Rudy Mancheigo (a precursor to the character of Rudi van DiSanio) wooed her with empty wisdoms. Appears in "The Strange Tale of the Crack Fox". He first appeared in "Jazz", an episode of the 2001 radio series. Being made entirely from sandpaper, he is incapable of touching or loving anything without wearing it down. In one episode he invites party guests to "bask in the glory of [his] outfit". Played by Rich Fulcher. They also appear in the 2006 and 2009 stage shows with the Hitcher. [11] He is also a DJ. Fossil has a desperate crush on Bainbridge. Early life []. While Vince is always dressed very flashily and into the current fashion, Howard tends to look unkempt and shabby. he appears in a dream to Vince to show him how Howard can beat Killeroo. 20 Oct 2020. The episode ends with Fossil shouting "It is the greatest evil! Simon Farnaby is a member of TV Actor Simon Farnaby plays publisher, Hamilton Cork in the 'Charlie'episode, and also Pie Faced Man in 'Electro'. [18] He beheaded Lester Corncrake at Howard Moon's birthday party. [2] The caller at the local bingo hall who uses unorthodox rhymes while calling, including that he was 43 when he lost his virginity. Appears in "Electro". [22] The wife of Dennis and an extreme sports calendar model. The Crack Fox takes up residence in the pile of bin bags behind the Nabootique. [15] Whenever he is asked for his name, Rudi's initial response will often be "I go by many names" followed by a list of odd names. [14] Almost complete copies of Howard and Vince, calling themselves The Flighty Zeus. He fights the Crack Fox at the end of the episode, in repayment for Vince giving him the aforementioned 'wondrous cape', giving Howard and Vince time to escape the sewer. Played by Anthony Rossomando of Dirty Pretty Things. It was mentioned that it ended badly, involving Gregg being very upset and Slash plummeting from a helicopter down 1000 feet onto some sharp rocks. Before that he wrapped on the feature film WONKA, which he co-wrote for Heyday Films and Warner Bros. Pictures. Simon Farnaby is an actor and writer. [14] He was last seen delivering a box to the Nabootique.[19]. One of Vince's friends; appears in the episode "Party". Naboo Randolph Ropitibopiti the Enigma is portrayed by Michael Fielding. "[1] In the radio series, Bob has a brother called Wilbur who reunites him and his mother, who had believed that Bob died in Vietnam. [3] He is close to Kirk but dislikes Tony Harrison, whom he has attempted to kill, and Naboo, whose propensity for getting in trouble with the Board of Shaman often results in Saboo attempting to make an example of him. Lester Corncrake is a blind vinyl doctor who is close friends with Howard Moon, and also an avid jazz fan. Has exceptionally long arms. He is an ardent fan of Fleetwood Mac, to the extent of suggesting playing the album Tusk in its entirety while DJing Howard's birthday party with Saboo. Played by Noel Fielding. Played by Barunka O'Shaughnessy. On radio, Fossil liked Vince and hated Howard, while on television he generally dislikes both of them, although by season 3 he's friendly to Vince, and his radio persona is somewhat replaced by employer Bainbridge. They send their victims into a hippy trance with music and are afraid of malt loaf. Early life. Bob Fossil (Rich Fulcher) is part of the central cast in series 1, becoming a recurring character thereafter. He is a celebrity tv actor. Simon Farnaby interview Simon Farnaby pops up in many different roles in Yonderland, from the evil Negatus to the nice Vice Elder Flowers. [19] Subject of a "gather round everyone" joke. Sunflash is a he she, half man-half unicorn from the future. He is the cameraman at Vince's Calypso Party and later, he films the death of Precious Lilywhite. The first coconut girl to appear in "The Nightmare of Milky Joe". The list of its authors can be seen in its historicaland/or the page Edithistory:List of minor The Mighty Boosh characters. In the TV version Tommy has subsisted for years on nothing but cheese, and as a result his head has turned into cheese. Farnaby is married to actress Claire Keelan (his second wife) with whom he has a daughter, Eve, born in 2014. Simon Farnaby Hamilton Cork Peter Elliott Chi Chi the Panda Dean Mitchell Zoo Keeper Peter Kyriacou Charlie (uncredited) Director Paul King Writers Julian Barratt Noel Fielding Rich Fulcher (additional material) All cast & crew Production, box office & more at IMDbPro Storyline Edit He was originally created for Fielding's 2002 stand-up show Voodoo Hedgehog at the Edinburgh Festival. Lester Corncrake is portrayed by Rich Fulcher. During his first appearance, he frequently referred to 'the crunch,' criticising other characters for their lack of familiarity with it. He spent at least ten years searching for the new sound in the desert. He's French, and he's a cube. One of the Parka people appears in the stage show, played by Noel Fielding. He is a figure of legend in Spain as he once, according to Howard "built a zoo as big as a house" but he has trouble dealing with his fame and will revert to yelling curses if someone brings it up. He sends out tendrils of tape to ensnare his victims, then winds them into himself. [9] Serge is one of the coconuts that Howard and Vince imagine whilst stranded on the deserted island. The Mighty Boosh is a British comedy television show created by Julian Barratt, Noel Fielding and others. About; British Mark; Publication; Awards; Nominate; Sponsorship; Contact [1] Though Fossil is chief zoo keeper, he knows nothing about animals, describing the elephant as "the grey leg-face man" and a bear as "the hairy Russian carpet guy". Played by Julian Barratt. [13] Played by Dee Plume. He then appears in "Mutants", where he steals and mutilates the various animals and keepers of the Zooniverse. It was implied in the third series that Vince had bisexual tendencies. Played by Rich Fulcher on his knees. The following is a list of minor characters from The Mighty Boosh, including characters from the television series, the radio series, and the various stage shows. Appears in "The Legend of Old Gregg". He has previously starred as a leading member of the Horrible Histories cast and was a longstanding supporting cast member on The Mighty Boosh. Appear in "Journey to the Centre of The Punk". Farnaby also has a small acting role as Clive Parnevik. What's the show about? Old Gregg, a merman with a Rick James vibe, explains to a captive Howard Moon that The Funk is a animal from outer-space that came . In both versions he is the previous owner of the zoo where Howard and Vince work; he is assumed by many to be dead. In the second series his thumb is normally sized. Peppo paints a portrait of Vince as "the chosen one". Appeared once in the Radio series, in episode 6 ("The Hitcher"). He is mentioned in the episode "Electro" as having tried to form a glam-folk-rock band with Vince. REEL. [16] While at the Zooniverse, he would help Howard and Vince out of situations they often found themselves in, typically their explanations being followed by his catchphrase, "I don't believe this!" Barbie Doll Anatomy: Again, no genitals. Appear in "The Chokes". Simon has just recently finished shooting his fourth season of GHOSTS. He is an active member of the British Horrible Histories troupe in which he starred in the television series Horrible Histories, Yonderland, and Ghosts. [13] By the second series he has become Naboo's familiar spirit, and has appeared in every episode since. The Moon always appears to be simple-mindedly cheerful and tells anecdotes which act as bookends between sketches. An obsolete format, he is seeking revenge because Spider slept with his wife. He has come to the attention of Carlos Santana, who tries to recruit him. Spider had an affair with Rudi's wife during the 60s, an ongoing source of tension between them. Rudi is a High Priest of the Order of the Psychedelic Monks. Played by Rich Fulcher. When asked about this, he replies by screaming loudly. Played by Peter Kyriacou. Played by Dolly Wells. The 48-year-old actor first appeared on our screens in 1994 and . Contents 1 See also 2 Career 3 Trivia 4 Main Role See also See Wikipedia:Simon Farnaby Career [9] A man made of eggs and sausages who runs away when Vince suggests they should eat him as opposed to each other. 14 Oct 2021. In the third series he has a normal chin and nose. [13] Played by Sue Denim. Against his friends' wishes, the wilful little fox goes to the city and gets off his tiny face in a gay bar fun, fun times for him. E6 - Charlie; Hamilton Cork: 2004: The Mighty Boosh - Series 1. He was created for the 2000 stage show, Autoboosh, and later went on to appear in the pilot and all three series of the TV series, as well as both stage shows. [18] His latest appearance was in the 2007 episode "Party" where he and Saboo DJ'd at Howard's birthday party.[3]. Several such references are made in the episode "Party", especially when he kisses Howard passionately to avoid being beheaded by Dennis the head shaman. Sammy is the rival of Montgomery Flange. The Crack Fox is later crushed to death in a garbage truck while pursuing Vince and Howard who took the shaman juice back during the struggle. [26][27] Old Gregg is in love with Howard Moon; singing a song with him entitled "Love Games", chronicling his obsession and Howard's reluctance, and later proposing to Howard. In the second series, Howard and Vince have left the zoo and formed a band together. . [24] Vince's white blood cells attempt to stop Howard and Lester from reaching the brain, but are convinced by Howard that they are trying to help when Howard performs a crimp with them about "the time we had those pancakes". Simon Farnaby on new BBC comedy Ghosts: 'It probably is a good time for lampooning a Tory MP' The co-creator and star of Horrible Histories and Yonderland talks to Alexandra Pollard about his. Years later once the Hitcher was defeated, the King intened to reward Naboo by inviting him to reign alongside him, eat lentils and listening to Folk (music) music, but Naboo declined. Rudi's behaviour and attitude is extremely puritanical; he thinks of alcohol and women as "distractions" in stark contrast to the animalistic nature of Spider Dijon, and even went so far as to say that he considered all women "strange and evil". He spent his days punting down the lazy rivers of Cambridge town, occasionally sitting under Mr. Willow the tree to eat a cucumber sandwich. After Howard loses the amulet, He buries them to their necks in the desert sand. [6] Some of his many names include "Shatoon, Bringer of Corn", "Mickey Nine, The Dreamweaver", "Photoshop", "Trenu, The Boiler", "Marjorie Keek", "Mystery Man", "The Shadow Dweller", "Diviner of Mysteries", "Rudi the Prudey", "Miraculous Mark", "Domino, the Bounty Hunter", "Clive" and "Cillit Bang", He is often called "Peppercorn" by the Dutch. Simon Farnaby was born on April 2, 1973 in England. 6) The Funk. The book was published in 2010. [10] Played by Dave Brown. Appears in "The Priest and the Beast". Tommy considers himself King of the Rockers, and flies into a rage when confronted by mods. Played by Simon Alexander Farnaby. Simon Farnaby was born on 2 April 1973 in Darlington, County Durham, England, UK. [3], Vince's main personality trait is his relaxed outlook on life, living with perpetually laid back ease, socialising easily with those around him. For significant recurring characters see List of recurring characters from The Mighty Boosh. Located in a flat It is revealed that his mother thinks he is in a Vietnamese prisoner of war camp and that he has sent a bundle of sticks to his brother, Donny. Vince auditioned for the vacant position of lead singer, but the role eventually went to Sammy the Crab, due to their skinny legs policy. Matt Berry and Simon Farnaby. [4] A tribe of rare creatures who live around Piney Ridge. [15] He and Spider Dijon quarrel often, but are very close despite having starkly different personalities. [4] This usually leads into a 'crimp': a short, completely random song and dance that quickly strays off-topic and often involves harmony. He has a moustache and bowler hat. He celebrated his birthday on every 2nd April. Played by Rich Fulcher. Ultra (Mighty Boosh) Eleanor (Mighty Boosh) Astrid aka Pencil Case Girl; Saboo (Mighty Boosh) Kirk (Mighty Boosh) Kodiak Jack; Terry Wogan; Alan the Delivery Man (Mighty Boosh) Old Gregg; Horace (Mighty Boosh) Simon McFarnaby; Joey Moose; Donnie (Mighty Boosh) Prequel; 1980s; Diary/Journal; High School; Boys In Love; Friendship; Pregnancy . He appeared in several episodes of the third series of the TV show. Howard later enters the jungle room of the zoo to find Tommy. Cries "Look at them shine" while spraying cleaning fluid on his many mirrors. Played by Sue Denim. [10] Lucien is a weathered fisherman who now spends his time telling tales rather than fishing. [12] Fossil was last seen on the TV show, in the episodes "Party" and "The Chokes".[3]. An Australian zookeeper at the Zooniverse, whose death prompts Howard and Vince to investigate Bainbridge's experiments. He was originally created for the 2005 TV episode "Nanageddon", and later appeared in three episodes of the third TV series in 2007. This article "List of minor The Mighty Boosh characters" is from Wikipedia. Naboo is a freelance shaman from the alien planet Xooberon, and has the ability and knowledge of many spells; and is also a recreational drug user and a drug dealer. Appears in "Party". He plays Joey Moose in some of the episodes but also played a role in choreographing some of the dance scenes. E6 - Charlie; Simon McFarnaby: 2002: Captain V: Actor: 1994: Simon Farnaby. He is allergic to peanut butter. Releases freezing blasts from his codpiece. E7 - Electro; Bartender: 2004: The Mighty Boosh - Series 1. Perhaps the most well-known episode, "The Legend of Old Gregg" reveals to the world that "The Funk" is not just a music genre, but an actual creature. Appears in "The Nightmare of Milky Joe". Numan appeared as himself in "The Power of the Crimp" in a closet that Howard opened to reveal him in order to comfort Vince. He has a moustache and bowler hat. Simon Farnaby, 40, was in The Mighty Boosh and Horrible Histories. [30], Old Gregg is first seen in the 2005 episode, "The Legend of Old Gregg" in which he meets and falls in love with Howard, who is then rescued by Vince. [19] His latest appearance was in the 2007 television episode, "Eels", in which he attempts to run a protection racket on The Nabootique.[10]. Birthday: April 2, 1973 (49 years) HomeTown: England, England, United Kingdom. He has written and appeared in films such as Mindhorn and Paddington 2, and in the BBC sitcom Detectorists. [10] He appears briefly after being mentioned by Lucien because he has never been fishing. Appears in "Charlie". Ramsay's art consists of sticking shells to things, including his wife Matilda. The series follows the misadventures of Howard Moon and Vince Noir, played by Barratt and Fielding respectively, as the two interact with a host of bizarre and often fantastically ridiculous characters and situations. Played by Dave Brown. In the series three episode Party, it is revealed that he is a virgin. The Parka People are a diminutive race of people who wear parkas that completely obscure their features. He is also known by many other names, these include: "Captain Margeret the fantastic dealer of Wounds" and "Fire Boy - watch him go with his legs all over". Also a screenwriter, he penned and starred in a SkyOne comedy called Yonderland. Appears in "The Fountain of Youth". Played by Martin Trenaman. The plot is somewhat non-linear, however a brief rundown . British television actor known for his roles on such popular comedy series as The Mighty Boosh, Jam & Jerusalem, and Horrible Histories. 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