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Armando Iannucci

Explore the nuances of satire and its impact on society with Armando Iannucci, speaker, satirical writer and comedian.

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Armando Iannucci

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London, United Kingdom

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Armando Iannucci's biography

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  • Creator of acclaimed television comedies
  • Renowned satirical writer and comedian
  • Sought-after after-dinner speaker.

Armando Iannucci is a comedy writer, director, and producer in Britain. He created and directed the BAFTA-winning shows I'm Alan Partridge and The Thick Of It and hosted satirical programmes such as The Friday Night Armistice and The Armando Iannucci Shows. He wrote, directed, and produced HBO's Veep, which received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Comedy Series and won Best Leading Actress for Julia Louis-Dreyfus. His spoof news show The Day Today, co-created with Chris Morris, earned him a Special Jury British Comedy Award for his radio and television comedy contributions. Armando's series The Thick Of It won three BAFTAs in 2010, including Best Situation Comedy.


His feature film In the Loop, which he directed and co-wrote with Jesse Armstrong, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and was nominated for an Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay. Armando is available for after-dinner speaking and hosting. He is known for his sharp humour and corporate experience. He can engage audiences on various topics, from political debates to media and film, drawing on insights from his work. His book, The Audacity of Hype, showcases his comedic talent and diverse interests.


He has spoken on serious subjects such as Europe, classical music, and the future of television and has delivered lectures at the Edinburgh TV Festival and Oxford University. Armando is keenly interested in science, IT, and new media, making him a versatile speaker for any event. He has hosted radio shows and chaired corporate discussions, adapting his style to suit different audiences. His extensive experience includes hosting conferences for major companies and speaking for various organisations, including the Samaritans and MI5. He has also presented awards across multiple industries, demonstrating his broad appeal and expertise.


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What is Armando Iannucci's stage presence like?

Armando Iannucci delivers after-dinner speaking and hosting engagements, drawing on his background as a satirical writer and television creator to address topics spanning politics, media, and technology. His format adapts to the event context, encompassing conference hosting, awards presenting, and chaired corporate discussions, with material rooted in his work on productions such as The Thick Of It and Veep.

What topics does Armando Iannucci specialise in?

Armando Iannucci is available for after-dinner speaking, hosting, conference chairing, and awards presenting, with credits including The Thick Of It, Veep, and The Day Today, suiting corporate, industry, and organisational events. He created and directed The Thick Of It, which won three BAFTAs in 2010, and wrote and produced HBO's Veep, which received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Comedy Series.

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