A Life On Screen: Stephen Fry (2015): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2015, A Life On Screen: Stephen Fry is a documentary film directed by Samantha Peters, running about 58 minutes. “A look at the polymath's career from its beginning in the late Seventies to the present day.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. In this documentary, Stephen Fry tells the story behind his success, after presenting the BAFTAs for more than ten years. With an outstanding career in film and television which began with a chance meeting with comedy partner Hugh Laurie at Cambridge, he went on to create the outrageous Melchett in Blackadder and has become a firm favourite on BBC2 with the quite interesting quiz QI. Featuring a supporting cast of friends, including interviews with Michael Sheen, Hugh Laurie and Alan Davies.

Who’s in it. A Life On Screen: Stephen Fry stars Stephen Fry as Himself, Hugh Laurie as Himself, Alan Davies and Michael Sheen as Himself.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Life On Screen: Stephen Fry page.

If you liked it. Fans of A Life On Screen: Stephen Fry tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.