Ask Simon Pegg

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The star and co-writer of the hit British comedies Hot Fuzz and Shaun of the Dead, Simon Pegg is making a move across the pond. Following his previous American film, Run, Fat Boy, Run (directed by Friends alum David Schwimmer) he's now starring in How to Lose Friends & Alienate People, opening Oct. 3, and will appear next year as Scotty in J.J. Abrams' Star Trek prequel. Use the form below to submit your questions for Simon Pegg, then look for the upcoming interview in TIME Magazine.

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Posted by Matthew Wood in Nora Springs, Iowa:
What compelled you to be Scotty in "Star Trek?"
Posted by Tony Bell in Seattle, Washington:
Hello Simon!

Any chance you and Nick Frost will be working on something together again?
Posted by Bronte Roberts in Fort Collins:
There seems to be a lot of nuanced comedy in your movies. I'm always laughing at parts no one else finds nearly as hilarious. How do you know when you're being funny? Do you practice in front of mirror?
Posted by Mark Hoehner in Lafayette, CA:
If you were a zombie, who is the first person you would eat?
Posted by Gabriel Topete in San Diego:
Have you ever thought in your movies, "hmmmm is that too much gore?", I am not complaining don't get me wrong. Just curious to know if you, ever thought that.
Posted by Katie Ver Steeg in Carlisle, IA:
What do you think is the greatest difference between British and American humor?
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Posted by Frank Schalk in Morgan Hill:
you are a square pegg.
Posted by Martin Bennett in Mount Airy, GA:
What can you tell us about your upcoming films Paul and The World's End?
Posted by Alex Thomas in Kissimmee:
I remember watching your old series "Space" which you did with Nick Frost. What has influenced this comedy? Was it the sheer fact of video games like Resident Evil, and the culture in specific? Also, will we see a "Spaced" movie, or come-back?
Posted by Dillon Wright in Livermore, Ca:
You star in the upcoming film "Paul" with Nick Frost. Why do you suppose you two work so well together?
Posted by Ronald R. Roundy in Greenbelt, MD:
Would you consider appearing in a film involving terrorist parakeets if the script were brilliantly written?
Posted by Liam Kelley in Williston:
Which do you prefer out of the movies in Hot Fuzz, Point Break or Bad Boys 2?
Posted by Geordie Ditter in Perkiomenville,PA:
First off Simon I would like to say I am a huge fan. From your work in Spaced, Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz to Run, Fat Boy, Run and Big Nothing they are all brilliant.
I have two questions for you.
What helps you prepare for the many unique and different roles you play.
From playing Shaun to Scotty and the many other different types of characters.
What kind of information can you reveal about your next movie with Edgar Wright "The World's End"
Thanks so much hope to hear from you.
Best of luck with your upcoming movie release.
-Geordie
Posted by Kang San Lee in New Hyde Park:
Have you ever, fired a rocket launcher while jumping through the air?
Posted by John Grogan in Chicago:
Mr. Pegg have you ever noticed how much you look like Munawar Hosain?
Posted by Daniel Barajas in Las Vegas:
Who is your favorite comedian and why?
Posted by Ann Marie Plonka in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada:
Hi Simon! Everyone here is such a huge fan! Of course, we're all begging you to make more movies with Nick Frost. But in the larger picture, do you plan to stay true to, and make more of those extraordinary british comedies?
Posted by robin campbell in new york:
Dear Mr. Pegg I'm a big fan of your films where it's actually become a tradition for my pops and i to go to your new movies whenver they comes out because we always find them extremly funny and my dad is originally from sheffield england so he loves the english humor commenting that at times americans dont catch alot of that good english humor. Of course shaun of the dead is based on dawn of the dead and all of those zombie films and hot fuzz was the parody of cops have you ever thought of doing a funny parody for a british crime drama film like you could take a movie like lock stock and two barrels and make it into a humerous film.
Posted by Andy Cleveland in Grand Rapids, MI:
What's the best movie you've ever seen?
Posted by Miles Willis in Bristol,England:
when's the new series of spaced coming out, and do I win a box of Jaffa cakes?
Posted by John DeLisa in Palm Harbor, Florida:
What first got you interested in making films?
Posted by Pamela Jayawardena in Beaverton, Oregon:
Hello Simon,
First, I just want to thank you for the wonderful shows have been in and I am so grateful that we in the US have been able to see them. I truly love Spaced. Brilliant show. Brilliant writing, editing, acting, direction - everyone in the cast is very talented. I hope you enjoyed working on that show. When ever I miss the characters in Spaced and want to "visit" I make myself a cup of tea and watch the show. I hope there is a follow up to the show.

I am curious about when and how you decided to be an actor? What shows, movies or actors inspired to be an actor and how inspires you today?

What is your favorite character you have played?

What character have you played that is the MOST like you in real life?

How did it feel or what did you think when you found out you got the role as Scotty in the upcoming Star Trek movie?

What are you favorite actors, movies, tv shows or comics?

I am curious about what you think of the United States and the people here. I am curious of what people in the UK think of us.

Are you and Nick Frost old friends? You both seem like you have been friends since childhood.

I look forward to seeing you in the upcoming movies and hope to see you in another movie or show with Jessica Hynes.

I wish you all the best,
Pamela
Posted by Heather Brion in Carlsbad(ass), CA:
Are you planning on teaming up with Nick Frost and Edgar Wright from Hot Fuzz and Sean of the Dead (<-- my FAVORITE movie!! its fab!) in the future? Any details (if so) on upcoming projects w/ you guys?

Thanks! Cheers!
Heather B
Posted by Mark Rosson in Tulsa:
Is it true that there's a point on a man's head where if you shoot it, it will blow up?
Posted by Andy Rickson in Laramie, Wyoming:
How could you concentrate on acting when you are in the same room as Megan Fox? That must be hard.
Posted by Darryl E White in Saint Paul:
How are you coping with your impending huge success; especially w. the 'Trekkie' fans? Personally, I've been a fan since "Shaun of the Dead" will you do a sequel? You and Gervais (Rick) are bringing back UK humor back. Thank god!
Posted by Ali McCrosky in Baton Rouge:
I know you're enveloped in the glitz and glamour of Hollywood right now, but do you think you'll ever return to television?
Posted by Joe Churpek in Flagstaff, AZ:
Forget that nobody from Nightmare on Elm Street, you'd make a much more interesting Riddler. Let's start a rumor right here and now, would YOU like to be cast as the next Nolan Batman villain?? If not as the Riddler, who would you like to be?
Posted by Tan Eng Khoon in :
Will you consider playing the role of Wee Hughie in the confirmed upcoming movie adaptation of 'The Boys'? Please say yes, it would be a great fan service.
Posted by Varun Kannan in Chennai:
Hi Simon. I'm such a big fan of yours. Which did you enjoy doing more? Shaun of the dead or Hot fuzz?

Also when is the next movie of these series coming out?
Posted by Jus Cowland in Space Coast:
Helloooo
Just a few simple questions, who influenced you to mold you into the comedic genius you are today, do you think that Americans will ever truly understand dry-Brit humor, what are your top 5 favourite films of all time?

mmm, thanks
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Posted by Bill Toenjes in Woodbury, MN USA:
Simon,
Brilliant job casting you as Scotty in the upcoming Star Trek.
Ecstatic "Spaced" is now available to the US crowd.
Any chance of you, Edgar Wright and Nick Frost doing a send up of crime capers (ala Pulp Fiction, Snatch, Layer Cake, The Italian Job, Ocean's 11) ?
Posted by Lilly Akseth in London:
I was wondering if Simon, Edgar and Nick will ever make and epic like "Shaun of the Dead" again. Hot Fuzz and the next rumoured installment of the Blood and Ice Cream Trilogy was/is highly anticipated by those who worship S.O.T.D., but it was much more hollywood-ized and big blockbustered up than expected. I appreciate that S.O.T.D. gave them the opportunity to branch out to access bigger stars but the heart of S.O.T.D. lay in the fact that it was so UN-hollywood, like "Spaced" (a classic). Simon and gang are stupendous so can't wait for more from him and the rest!!!
Posted by Kehinde Shote in :
Do you think your movies are a bit too American?
Posted by Mr lolzers Mcmuffin in Tootonville... ¬_¬:
Star Trek? lol... You going to have funny shapped objects glued to your head
Posted by Sean Dilley in Minneapolis, MN:
Hi Simon. Thanks for taking our questions.

I watch "Shaun of the Dead" at least once a month, and it still makes me laugh out loud every time. One of my favorite scenes is the one in which Shaun and Ed are trying to decide which vinyl albums to chuck at the zombies in the back yard.

Only a devout Prince fan (like myself) would have the presence of mind to preserve "Sign 'o' the Times" in such a perilous moment while instantly sacrificing the Batman soundtrack.

I've long been curious who added that brilliant bit to the scene. Are you the discerning Prince fan that Shaun is?

Many thanks for all the hours of fun, and I look forward to your next projects!

- Sean Dilley
Posted by Del in Alpharetta GA:
Keep up the GREAT work. Always stay true to yourself, thus keeping your work honest. Looking forward to your next project.
Posted by Shawn Elliott in Peachtree City:
What are your UK friends attitudes on America right now? Do they all think we are idiots for the economic and political messes we have gotten ourselves into lately?
Posted by Amy T. in Monroe, Ohio:
If you weren't acting, what would you be doing for a living?
Posted by Albert Gutierrez in Hesperia, CA:
If you could be anyone from the "Star Wars" world, who would you be and why?
Posted by Lindsay Coleman in Melbourne, Australia:
Do you feel that you now qualify as an action hero given Hot Fuzz?
Posted by Colin Kaschuk in Rexdale, ON:
Mr. Pegg,
Who was your biggest comedic influence?
Posted by Kulminati Machiavelli in Centreville:
All your movies up to this point have had a similar theme: they've all been comedies. Are you afraid of getting typecast stricty as a comic actor and are there any movies with a more serious tone in your near future?
Posted by saif ullah in quetta:
please tell me what bouyant force
Posted by Michael Schmidt in Calgary AB:
Were you to be in an actual Zombie outbreak, how well would you survive?
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Posted by Brett Campbell in Zwolle, LA:
What a wonderful actor and hilarious comedian! Do you see yourself as the heir apparent to the fine British comics of the past, including the great Monty Python alumni?
Posted by carlo di fabio in frankfurt/germany:
dear simon!

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president should be, who calls for that peoples convention.

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the american constitution after bush, brookings institution
the wisdom of crowds, jemes surowiecki
getting the grip, frences moore lappe
...

kindest regards! carlo di fabio
Posted by Beth Hahn in Waco, Texas:
What would you say has been the biggest influence or inspiration for your work?
Posted by Gala A. Copez-Sanders in Cleveland, Ohio:
Who do you find extremely funny? What comedians do you watch?
Posted by Max Kaplan in Philadelphia, Pa:
After "How to Lose Friends & Alienate People", will you ever create other spoofs about movie genres like what you did in Shaun of The Dead?
Posted by Brian Robertson in Summerville, South Carolina:
How did it feel to be choosen for geek glory and be in the new Star Trek?
Posted by Alisha Kormondy in Ashland, OR:
Do you consider yourself a nerd?
Posted by sharon gunther in syracuse:
hey simon ,
love shaun of the dead and hot fuzz cant wait till your next flick opens !!!
Posted by Dan White in Providence RI:
Why Cornetto?
Posted by Matthew Olson in Minneapolis:
Simon,
I'm a young filmmaker, who has been making almost exclusively sketch comedy films for the last four years.
Do you have any advice on how we can take the strengths gained from working in short form and apply them to a full length project?
Posted by Andrea Sousa in Raleigh:
Do you ever have creative dry spells, and if so, what do you do to find new inspiration and ideas?
Posted by Danni Michigan in Superior, Colorado:
What are some of your favorite things about American culture (if any)?

Best wishes for great success on our side of the pond.
Posted by Ian Cook in Baltimore:
Why is it all the good british comedy shows only last 2 seasons?
Posted by Ian Cook in Baltimore:
Can we at least get a spaced christmas episode (eg the office, extras).
Posted by Jesse Diaz in Littleton:
Man Simon you're awesome! Many are the hungover mornings that my buddy and I have watched Shaun to help cure the hanging. Question is I saw a zombie show on youtube, I think it was called something 5000. It was about you hunting zombies and Nick interviewing you. Will you have anymore of these for the t.v or on dvd? Man you're awesome! Oh yeah My buddy same guy went to London last wek and made the trip to the Winchester...AND IT WAS TORN DOWN!!!!!
Posted by Guillermo Rodriguez in Schwenksville, PA:
How do you feel about the Wee Hughie character int THE BOYS ?
Posted by Anita J in Bombay:
You are kind of awesome. Who are your comedic influences?
Posted by dennis quon in san diego:
How would you solve America's bailout of wall street? The Polyfoamworkshop enjoys your work.
Posted by Georges-Eric Gaba in Montreal, QC, Canada:
Hi Simon
I wanted to know if you'd ever consider making a sequel to movies like Hot Fuzz, Shaun Of The Dead, or do you and Nick Frost never look back?
Posted by Keith Broni in Dublin, Ireland:
Do you feel that you've succussfully "infiltrated" the star-studded land of Hollywood?
Posted by Jonathan Kinney in Richmond, BC, Canada:
Have you have thought of doing a remake of Point Break?
Posted by Chad Bell in West Palm Beach, FL:
Dear Simon,

You are sheer brilliance. Your attention to the craft of showing comedy and drama is one to be tremendously appreciated, I know that I appreciate watching and observing you act in all the films and TV shows that you have done. My question is what tends to be your approach and beliefs when you write for the screen?

Good luck on your upcoming releases and Cheers! I'm looking forward seeing you as Scotty!

Chad
Posted by Nick Jones in Fitchburg, MA:
Will you continue to create amazing parodies of American movie genres (like you did in Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz)?

If so, what genre is next?
Posted by Andy Cleveland in Grand Rapids, Michigan:
Do you feel you could make a difference in the fight against world hunger and poverty?
Posted by Gabe Bronze in NYC:
I'm trying to live the 'Spaced' lifestyle but my Father won't approve. Any advice?
Posted by Francisco Lopez in Long Beach:
Since Daniel Craig opened the door for blonde "007"ss, do you see yourself playing that role?
Posted by Dana Lopez in Long Beach:
It is often said we ought not mix business with pleasure, but you and Nick Frost have had great professional success doing just that. What is it about you guys that enables you to work together closely and maintain your friendship?
Posted by Patty Goltermann in Aspen:
How can a comedic actor and writer resist the pressure to give us "something fresh and new, but exactly the same" that Hollywood seems to want to squeeze out of its stars? (I am guilty of this too, by the way. I want more Shaun, more Hot Fuzz, more Simon Pegg movies!)
Posted by Andy Cleveland in Grand Rapids, Michigan:
What has been your biggest inspiration for your work?
Posted by Andrew Swedenburg in Goldsboro:
What was more fun filming: drop kicking grandmothers in the head or beating zombies with a cricket bat?
Posted by Erica Brown in Pleasant Hope, MO:
My husband and I just finished watching Spaced (I know, we're a decade late!), and we absolutely loved it! Why was there only 2 series of that show? We had just grown to love characters and it was over! We're SO bummed!
Posted by Karishma Marathe in Pittsburgh, PA:
Hi Simon - I lovedd your performance in Hot Fuzz , it was extremely real and quite frankly, a little scary at times when your character seemed a little erratic! My question to you is that after doing films like Shawn of the Dead and Hot Fuzz, what made you take on How to Lose Friends and Alienate People, which seems like quite a mainstream movie?
Posted by Frederick Q Do in Riverside, CA:
What could stop you from being in "Inglorious Bastards"?
Posted by Daniel Gamez in Miami:
Hot Fuzz and Sean of the Dead were brilliant and just plain hillarious. Will you bee doing any more movies with Simon Frost? Seeing as though you two work very well together.
Posted by Sarah Gross in Payette, Idaho:
Do you plan on appearing in any Dr. Who eposidoes in the future?
Posted by Luke Denker in Belton, MO:
What is more fun playing the zombie or playing the zombie killer?
Posted by Bobby Clendennen in san antonio:
Whats up Simon.
Comedy has been your focus in past films. Is there a possibility we may see you venture into other genres. Sci -fi, Horror, Porn?
Posted by Leo Federico in Rio Rico, AZ:
You're easily one of the most recognizable comics on either side of the Atlantic. So who do you look to for comic inspiration? Who do you admire?
Posted by John Donahue in Baltimore, MD:
I loved your work in Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, and Spaced, man - even your guest shot on Doctor Who! But seriously: was your appearance on E!'s "The Soup" with Jessica Hynes everything you thought it'd be?

(Seriously, dude: you rock.)
Posted by Alyssa Green in Dinwiddie, Va:
There are Shaun of the Dead action figures, why are there no Hot Fuzz ones?
Posted by Alyssa Green in Dinwiddie, Va:
We never seem to hear anything about your wife, what's she like?
Posted by Anne Krauss in Rochester, NY:
If you were a comic book hero, what would your power be? In real life, who is your hero (living, dead, or living-dead)?
Posted by Fran Pennisi in :
In Shaun of the Dead, you spent a lot of time acting with zombies. In How to Lose Friends & Alienate People, you share the screen with Megan Fox. Which was more difficult?
Posted by Stefanie D. Kurth in Marshalltown, Iowa:
To start off: I love your movies, the first one I saw that you were in was Shaun of the Dead, which is my all time favorite movie. You are a brilliant actor, but I'm here to ask a question. Was there anything that influence you to become an actor, and even so, what influence were use to make the movies you were in.
Posted by Dee Thompson in Atlanta:
Did you have to endure a lot of teasing about your name when you were growing up?
Posted by Steven Carrio in Houston:
Hi Simon,

If you had a chance to star in a remake of your favorite 80's comedy movie, What film would it be, and what character would you play?
Posted by Paul Bagus in hamilton, ontario:
you have created movies wherein the loose ends are tied collectively in the end, so how do you think of these things?
Posted by Charles Wang in Florence, SC:
In your opinion, did you enjoy filming "Shaun of the Dead" or "Hot Fuzz" more?
Posted by Kenya Baxter in Suffern, New York:
My daughter and I love you movies, especialy Run Fatboy Run. We would like to know who is your favorite European Football team?
Posted by Carl Grant in Cleveland, OH:
I was never a big fan of British cinema up to the point that I watched Shaun of the Dead for the first time. Now I am seeing a lot of really good films coming from the UK like Hot Fuzz (any movie that drop kicks elderly ladies in the face should get an oscar) Doomed, The Bank Job, Lock Stock and two Smoking Barrels, The Boondocks Saints, etc.

With you making the move to American cinema, do you plan on continuing to work on new British movies as well?
Posted by Alan C. Johnson in Los Angeles:
Mr. Pegg,

Could you handle playing the intimacy scenes as the lead actor in a Gay love story? Brits are traditionally conservative, and I wonder, has growing up in England influenced your ability and desire to play this sort of role?
Posted by Alex Lopez in Miami:
In a "real life" shawn-of-the-dead situation, would you like to eat, or be eaten?
Posted by shaun burns in tampa:
what would you say are the basic rules of modern comedy script writing?
Posted by Armaan Uplekar in West Palm Beach, Florida:
Could you please name a few actors or actresses that you personally admire?
Posted by Samuel Tan in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia:
Your movies let us see the other side of British life. How do you get these ideas to produce all the movies? By the way, you should consider really putting on weight in "Run, Fat Boy, Run", as the belly is not convincing!
Posted by Matthew Goodman in Bethesda MD:
Hey Simon, I was just wondering what it is like working with J.J. Abrams in the new Star Trek Prequel?
Posted by Matthew Goodman in Bethesda MD:
Who/What inspired you to work with movies?
Posted by Matthew Goodman in Bethesda MD:
You Co-Stared in Mission Impossible III, with Tom Cruise. What was it like working with him?
Posted by Maren Madsen in Lafayette, IN:
Shaun of the Dead is by far my favorite horror movie ever. Any chance you'll dip into that category again? (Vampires, werewolves, etc.?)
Posted by Jinu Aelavanthara in Alexandria:
When u were young, Whom u wanted to become?? And does it have anything to do with what you are now??
Posted by Andrea Jackley in Tampa, FL:
Hi Simon,

I' m a gargantuan fan, but I won't write a novel about it. I've always wondered about entertainers who make the jump "across the pond" - is there a certain amount of resentment from your core fan base back home, and if so, does that bother you? Also, are you afraid your comedic wit might dull in the face of our often boring and mindless American pop culture?

Keep being brilliant,

Andrea
Posted by Danielle Greengart in Pawtucket, RI:
Which Star Trek series is your favorite?
Posted by Ken Lin in Sydney, Australia:
The first 2 of your 'Blood and ice cream' trilogies are 2 of my favourite films of all time, will we be expecting anything different from in the third? Ricky Gervais being my other English idol, would you consider working with him in the future? Perhaps including Stephen Merchant and Karl Pilkington the bald headed manc?
Posted by Elliot Maunder in Southampton:
Is There A shawn of the dead 2 coming out
Posted by Amy Stankus in Atlanta, GA:
You are a genius - LOVE your movies.

From one redhead to another:

I often heard "I'd rather be dead than have red on my head" as I was growing up. How did being a redhead affect your outlook on life and your approach to your films?

( I'll bet you know that redheads were so special in the Mayan(?) culture that they were the ones sacrificed to the Gods!)

If you ever pass through Atlanta again - (I watched the documentary on the DVD of the US tour you guys did) please make sure it gets plenty of press - I did not know you were in town.

Best of luck with the new movie -
Posted by Noah de Potato in San Francisco:
Are you fond of the delicious flavor of pineapple?
Posted by Manik Begolli in Zagreb:
You had a chance to make film in US. What is the difference between American and British nature of comedy, except the obvious difference in accent, maybe reaction of audience? And why this title (How to Lose Friends & Alienate People) did you need that thing ever in your life?
Posted by June Houghtelin in Lakeside, Az 85929:
As a senior citizen struggling to buy prescription drugs and pay for a prescription drug plan that doesn't seem to help. I would like to know what each presidential candidate will do to help us with living on the small amount we receive from Medicare, buy groceries, buy our much needed medications. The drug plan is a joke. The $2500.00 gap is not enough to cover the things we need for the year.

June Houghtelin
Lakeside, AZ
Posted by Janet Wu in San Francisco:
You're Brilliant. How can you be so Brilliant and Funny without ever being generic?
Posted by Travis Murphy in Miami:
What is your favorite English soccer team?

How well would you say you identify with your characters?
Posted by Laura Dainton in Melbourne, Australia:
Simon, you have obviously maintained great working relationships with some of your Spaced and Is It Bill Bailey alumni (i.e. Bill Bailey, Nick Frost). When you started out did you expect that so many of your contemporaries would achieve fame and fortune?
Posted by Kimberly Shay in Yonkers, NY:
Hi Simon!

Here's a hypothetical question for you:

Arrrgh! There's a fire in the storage facility for the largest sci-fi film and television archive known to man! What 3 films and/or TV shows do you grab to save for future generations to appreciate?

xx - Kim
Posted by Leah Viklen in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada:
Hi Simon!
First off I am a big fan, I'm sure you haven't heard that before, lol. I wanted to first thank you for all the joy you bring to your fans and thank you for all the time you take to answer our questions and all the pictures and autographs...We really appreciate it.

My question is: What inspires you, in your life and in your work?

Give Minnie a big hug from me and tell Nick we are all excited to see Paul when you guys are finished with it.
Cheers!!
Posted by Tom Tunali in Reading:
Do you think that in order to succeed in Hollywood, British actors have to accept being typecast as either the baddy or the funny?
Posted by Graeme Shanks in Hampshire, UK:
Ricky Gervais: Saviour of British comedy or the anti-christ?
Posted by Marita Campos in Los Angeles,CA:
If you could organize or support a philanthropic society. What do you think it should be your choice and why?
Posted by Spencer Gordon in Chesterton, IN:
What type of films do you enjoy watching?
Posted by Clement Lee in Edmond, Oklahoma:
Hi, Simon. My second time to ask you something again.

What were the roles you had done onstage before you make you small screen debut on BBC, and which one is you most favourite?

Do you think you are prepared if someone offers you a role at West End or on Broadway right now, and will you think of musicals?
Posted by Vanessa TERTRIN in Nantes, FRANCE:
What is the DVD you're ashamed to have ?
Posted by Carrie-Ann Despres in Montreal, Quebec:
Hi Simon,

If a spaceship landed outside right now, would you get in it and where would you ask it to take you -- it can take you anywhere you want.
Posted by Carrie-Ann Despres in Montreal, Quebec:
Sorry, couldn't decide btwn these two questions so I'll ask them both:

We all know you're a Star Wars fan (at least of the originals). Who in the SW universe do you associate yourself/feel you have the most in common with and why?

If you could live in any fictional world, which would it be?
Posted by Keefe Wagstaff in London:
Hi Simon
I've been thinking of becoming a comedian, you are one of my influences to enter the comedy scene. But who were your comedy influences when you wanted to become a comedian?
Posted by Dawn Carman in Canton, Ohio:
Let's say that you are given a lead role in what is sure to be a critically acclaimed movie. This role would also earn you an Oscar but there is an ethical dilemma involved.-- The director is known for being difficult and demanding and the day that you are due to film an extremely intimate scene with your co-star, the director decides he wants to go for 100% gritty realism and suggests that the two of you are actually intimate for real on camera. How would you handle this situation?
Posted by Stanley Anne Hood in Grandview:
Where did you come up with the title:How to Lose Friends & Alienate People?

Did you read Norma Vincent Peale's book?
Posted by Jake Rugg in Downsville, La.:
Simon, do you ever see yourself portraying a serious lead role? (such as Robin Williams did in films like Insomnia or One Hour Photo) If so, how do you think a move like this would affect your career?
Posted by Oliver F. Shyr in Taipei, Taiwan:
If you were asked to work on projects based on classical British novels or plays, which one would you adapt and which character would you play?
Posted by Caleb List in Madison, Alabama:
What can you tell us, as to the rumors of you possibly playing Ant-Man?
Posted by Leah Viklen in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada:
What have you learned about yourself (that you didn't know) from being in the movie business?
Posted by matthew dunstall in Caerphilly, Wales, U.K:
i would just like to know after a hits such as shawn of the dead and hot fuzz aswell as t.v shows such as spaced and short spell in band of brothers can we expect more british t.v shows from you or are you just going to continue making films???
Posted by Allison Clark in Rosebush, MI:
Run fat boy, Run was aimed at a completely different audience than both Hot Fuzz and Shaun of the Dead. Did you enjoy doing something so kid friendly?
Posted by Kristy Boyer in Evansville, Indiana:
What is your favorite book?
Posted by Catherine G. Pilie in New Orleans:
Were you a fan of Benny Hill and Fawlty Towers?
Posted by Oliver F. Shyr in Taipei, Taiwan:
In an interview you said that you would like your ashes to be fired into space like Star Trek actor James Doohan, and you said "At my funeral anything will go dress-wise. Don't feel a need to wear black. And I'd have 'Tomorrow Never Knows' by the Beatles playing. It'll get everyone a bit psychedelic - waving their hands in the air." It sounds a bit 'Zen spirit' to me. How did you get this idea and why did you choose that song? I'm a big fan of yours, wish you LIVE LONG AND PROSPER!
Posted by Matt Huston in Langhorne, PA:
The Hot Fuzz soundtrack was pretty explosive. Which musicians are you especially fond of?
Posted by Joel Morales-Rolón in San Juan, PR:
You have been such a fan of Star Wars, didn't you feel like you were betraying that (being a Star Wars' fan) by ship into the Enterprise?
Posted by Belinda McNeill in Muncie:
Hello Simon,

Huge fan of yours. Since you are a huge fan of "Stars Wars" what do you think the world would be like if "Star Wars" had never been made?
Posted by Giselle Maldonado in Labelle, Fl:
My husband just loves your movies!!!!! The first two I saw, Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz were Ok to me, only because of the storyline, they weren't my thing, but I really liked Run, Fat Boy, Run!!!!! I goota know...
was that a real pouch belly you had before you trained? and did you really train, because at the end of the movie you looked really good!!!!!
Posted by Francisco Sarmiento in San Francisco, CA:
What's the title of the most recent comedy movie that you watched?
Posted by Andrew Kingkapolics in Englewood, OH:
Do You love Jesus and if not why do you want to go to hell?
Posted by Katie Greene in Williamsport:
Hello Simon!
I often find myself quoting lines from your body of work. I'm curious; what movies (or television shows) do you yourself quote?
Posted by Brent Hanson in Grass Valley, Ca:
In Hot Fuzz, co-star Nick Frost as Danny Butterman eventual plays out the scene from Point Break he loves so much. I thought this part was genius. As one of the writers, how did this idea come about?
Posted by Tami Brandkowsky in Charlotte, nc:
Simon,

You are so very funny! Can you tell me who inspired you as
a child?
Posted by Michael roth in st. Louis mo 63129:
I thought you and Nick Frost was great in Shaun of the dead and hate to hear, there wont be a sequel.

Would you consider making a sequel if you came across a really great script? If so, I believe I've come up with one that you would like.
Posted by Sam Feldman in Columbia, SC:
Which movie was the most fun to act in?
Posted by Alan Harrison in Adelaide, SA:
Love your comedy. SotD and Hot Fuzz are amongst my favourite films. And now that I've seen those two films I keep seeing you in so many places - Black Books, Band of Brothers, Dr Who, the "Man-Flu" sketch (classic) and now Star Trek!
'Mazing!

Do you and Nick Frost plan on collaborating again (say yes, please) and, if so, what sort of genre will you be sending up this time?
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Posted by Alex Templeton in Decatur,AL:
how is american life compared to your home?
Posted by Ann Marie Plonka in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada:
Is it true that there is a place in a man's head that ...lol Kidding.
We all love watching the dynamic duo of Simon Pegg & Nick Frost, as I'm sure you enjoy it too. Aside from Nick Frost, is there any one performer or director that you would like to work with whether it be on screen or elsewhere...and why?

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