Rik Mayall

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Characters played by Rik Mayall

Second Chess Player — An American Werewolf in London (1981)

Additional pub patron playing chess.

Rick — The Young Ones (1982)

Sociology and domestic sciences student who is hypocritical, radical, attention-seeking, and a self-proclaimed anarchist. He adapts to political beliefs for personal gain, claims to be a vegetarian and Cliff Richard fan, and often insults Neil.

Cufflingk — Valiant (2005)

A falcon minion under Von Talon's command who tortures prisoners and pursues the heroes during their bunker escape, eventually being held off by Squad F and Gutsy.

Drop Dead Fred — Drop Dead Fred (1991)

Drop Dead Fred is Elizabeth's childhood imaginary friend, released when she opens a taped-shut jack-in-the-box. He tries to make her feel better through destructive pranks, but his presence also helps her confront painful memories, reject Charles and Polly's control, and overcome her fear of being alone.

Toad — The Willows in Winter (1996)

Wealthy impulsive toad obsessed with motorcars causing chaos and legal trouble.

Robber King — The Snow Queen (1995)

Antagonist who kidnaps Tom and holds a fragment of the magic mirror.

Toad — The Wind in the Willows (1995)

An impulsive and extravagant character whose obsession creates much of the story's conflict.

Prince Froglip — The Princess and the Goblin (1991)

The spoiled and infantile heir to the goblin throne who orchestrates the abduction of Irene and the flooding of the mines, ultimately meeting his demise when knocked from the castle ramparts.

'Rest Home' Ricky — Shock Treatment (1981)

Patient at Dentonvale mental hospital with eccentric behavior.

Neil — Rik Mayall Presents: Dancing Queen (1993)

Neil is the groom-to-be at the center of the story. After his friends spike his drink and leave him on a train with no trousers and a one-way ticket, he becomes stranded in Scarborough. He relies on Julie's help, grows close to her, and ultimately realizes he does not love his fiancée Sophie.

Colin Grigson — Bad News (1983)

Bassist for the heavy metal band, integral to the group's lineup and featured in the van breakdown and road trip scenes.

Robin Hood — Blackadder: Back & Forth (1999)

Legendary outlaw leading the Merry Men in Sherwood Forest.

Career Overview

Rik Mayall has 132 screen credits in a career dating back to 1981. Their work spans 9 cinematic universes — most prominently The Big Bottom Box with 5 titles. Signature works include The Comic Strip Presents..., The Young Ones, Bottom. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
132
Birth Date
1958-03-07
Birth Place
Harlow, Essex, England

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 9 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q439095), public domain (CC0).