Over the course of his career, Simon Pegg has become a beloved actor, with the British star being involved in several top movies and television shows. The best Simon Pegg movies and shows are a mix of comedy, drama, fantasy, action, and sci-fi. Because he has such a varied career, it isn't easy choosing Simon Pegg's 10 greatest roles. Many of these roles were played by Pegg alongside his frequent collaborators, director Edgar Wright and actor Nick Frost — but the best Simon Pegg movies go far beyond Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, and The World's End.
Notably, Simon Pegg (via Instagram) has expressed a desire to do a follow-up to the infamous Cornetto trilogy, tagging Frost and Wright with a poster of himself for The World's End and the caption, "it’s about time we assembled again, isn’t it?" It has been a decade since The World's End — the last movie in Edgar Wright's Three Flavours Cornetto trilogy — was released, and it's currently unclear if and when a follow-up could actually manifest. For now, here are some of the best Simon Pegg shows and movies from the actor's stellar career.
Phineas And Ferb (2007 – 2015)
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Phineas And Ferb is a show that proved to be a massive hit for Disney, with 189 episodes, a film spin-off, and a Disney+ movie in the works, as well. The show was a huge success and it saw tons of celebrity guest appearances take place throughout its run. One of these guest appearances just so happened to be Simon Pegg, who was involved in four episodes over the course of the show's run, playing a variety of roles during that time. Though not exactly remembered as being one of the best Simon Pegg shows, Phineas And Ferb nonetheless showcases the actor's sheer versatility.
Doctor Who: Confidential (2005 – 2011)
- Currently unavailable to stream
Something that many people may not know is that Simon Pegg is a huge fan of Doctor Who. Because of that, bringing him on board for the spin-off documentary show, Doctor Who: Confidential was a no-brainer for the BBC. This series took a deep dive into the world of Doctor Who, focusing on each episode immediately after it aired. Simon Pegg worked on the show as the narrator, providing his voice to the series, which was a dream role for the long-time Doctor Who fan.