Armando Iannucci
Armando Iannucci is a Scottish satirist, writer, director, and producer best known for creating the acclaimed television series 'Veep' and 'The Thick of It.' His sharp wit and keen political commentary have garnered critical acclaim, and he has made significant contributions to both television and film. Iannucci's work often explores themes of bureaucracy and power, showcasing his unique ability to blend humor with incisive social critique.
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Armando Iannucci's satire features power-hungry backstabbers.
Better late than never! 18 characters whose late arrival lifted TV shows | Television
United Kingdom· 2025-11-18
Armando Iannucci is a writer known for his work on political satires and his collaboration with Steve Coogan.
Steve Coogan on the evolution of Alan Partridge and 'laughing around mental health, not at it'United Kingdom· 2025-10-01
Armando Iannucci is one of the creators of the show On the Hour, which introduced Alan Partridge.
We all have more Alan Partridge in us than we would care to admit – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-09-28
Armando Iannucci is mentioned as a creator of subtle, politically informed satire.
Patrick Freyne can see clearly now – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-14
Armando Iannucci is a recognized satirist and creator of the series 'Veep' and 'The Death of Stalin'.
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Georgia· 2025-06-12
Armando Iannucci assembled an incomparable cast to make a grimly hilarious study.
The 25 best comedies of the past 25 years – in reverse order – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-28
Armando Iannucci has revived Stanley Kubrick’s absurdist classic, Dr. Strangelove.
Steve Coogan stars in stage on this masterfully chaotic adaptation
Australia· 2025-04-27
Armando Iannucci directed the political satire The Death of Stalin, in which Russell Beale played Lavrentiy Pavlovich Beria.
‘The violence is relentless. I don’t understand it’: Simon Russell Beale faces up to Shakespeare’s goriest play | Simon Russell BealeUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-08
Armando Iannucci is a recognized satirist and creator of the television series 'Veep' and the film 'The Death of Stalin'.
ZEG Storytelling Festival 13-15 ივნისიGeorgia· 2025-04-08Armando Iannucci is a writer and director known for his satirical work in television.
There’s a reason why Ireland hasn’t produced a Donald Trump or a Nigel Farage yet – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-16
It is brought to the stage by film-maker Armando Iannucci and Olivier Award-winner Sean Foley.
Steve Coogan pulls out of performance of Dr Strangelove in Dublin – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-14