British Comedy Guide
Chris Hayward
Chris Hayward

Chris Hayward

  • Actor, writer, composer and director

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An interview with David Earl and Chris Hayward

The Upcoming had the pleasure of talking to David Earl (who plays Brian) and Chris Hayward (who plays Charles) about their characters, their favourite moments on-set and why they chose to expand the short into a feature.

Ezelle Alblas, The Upcoming, 4th July 2022

Brian And Charles review

An isolated man builds a massive, child-like robot to be his best friend in this very British comedy about loneliness and letting go.

David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 17th June 2022

Brian & Charles review

Brian And Charles is a soothing, lighthearted, and warm story about friendship and connection that is strengthened by its titular characters.

Mae Abdulbaki, Screen Rant, 17th June 2022

Brian And Charles review

A bit of whimsy is not enough to bring robot-buddy picture Brian And Charles to life.

Robert Abele, LA Times, 16th June 2022

Joe Wilkinson starring in farcical film romp A Family Affair

Joe Wilkinson, Colin Hoult, Laura Aikman and Jane Asher are starring in the farcical comedy film A Family Affair, about a failing spiritual retreat

British Comedy Guide, 15th June 2022

The creators of Brian And Charles on bringing their quirky comedy to the screen

Jim Archer and writers David Earl and Chris Hayward talk about the man-and-robot movie.

Gizmodo, 13th June 2022

Brian And Charles wins Sundance London audience award

Jim Archer's comedy Brian And Charles won the audience award at Sundance Film Festival: London.

Ben Dalton, Screen Daily, 12th June 2022

Bankside boards 'Brian And Charles' ahead of Cannes

Bankside Films has taken worldwide sales rights to Jim Archer's UK comedy Brian And Charles, which was developed and co-funded by Film4 and the BFI.

Michael Rosser, Screen Daily, 9th June 2021

David Earl movie Brian & Charles begins filming

David Earl's Brian Gittins is starring in a feature film. Production is now underway on Brian & Charles, shooting in North Wales.

British Comedy Guide, 1st December 2020

Art exhibition showcasing work by comedians opens

Art Is The Best Medicine, an exhibition showcasing the artwork of comedians, has opened in London. It runs until 20th December.

British Comedy Guide, 13th December 2019

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