Justin MoorhouseDistinguished British Stand-up Comedian, Actor and Radio Broadcaster

Justin Moorhouse is a highly versatile entertainer and stand-up comedian originating from Ashton-Under-Lyne. A familiar face on British television, his credits include performances on Live At The Apollo, Qi, and Richard Osman’s House of Games, alongside recurring appearances in the iconic Dictionary Corner on Countdown. His acting career is equally established, featuring roles in Peter Kay’s Phoenix Nights as Young Kenny, Ken Loach’s Looking for Eric, and a spell on Coronation Street playing Dean Upton. He also demonstrated his impressive trivia knowledge as a winner on Celebrity Mastermind, where he chose Les Dawson as his specialist subject. His presence in the radio industry is substantial, having held long-standing roles at Manchester’s Key 103 and contributing regularly to BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz and TalkSport’s The Warm Up. As a decorated broadcaster, he has earned the title of Champion of Champions on BBC 5Live’s Fighting Talk. Beyond the studio, he has performed at the Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester in productions such as One Man, Two Guv’nors and Zack. Whether touring his acclaimed stand-up sets across the UK or hosting international ceremonies, Justin is a perpetual favourite at the Edinburgh Fringe. Audiences frequently book him for his natural northern charm, quick-witted improvisation, and his ability to bring high-calibre professional entertainment to any large-scale event. On stage, Justin Moorhouse is best known for talks on Comedy and Entertainment. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Comedy and Entertainment, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Justin Moorhouse is regularly booked for Performers and Entertainer, Presenter & Awards Host and After Dinner Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Justin Moorhouse travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Justin Moorhouse would approach your audience.