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!

why don't you report in thepage time on my proposal to realize a constitutional assembly of p e o p l e for the US europe, germany...?

first info: "carlo di fabio" GOOGLE

please send e-mail-adresses of posibly interested journalist: the page time and other media!

president should be, who calls for that peoples convention.

books:

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

kindest regards! carlo di fabio

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