Kayvan Novak

Kayvan Novak is a British actor and comedian, recognized globally for his diverse character portrayals in film and television, and his award-winning comedic work. After co-creating the groundbreaking prank call comedy series Fonejacker for Channel 4 in 2005, Kayvan Novak swiftly earned a BAFTA Television Award for Best Comedy (Programme or Series) in 2008 for his work on the project. ‘Fonejacker’, which he developed with Ed Tracy, quickly garnered significant critical acclaim and popular recognition, leading to both a dedicated Christmas special and a full series commission. Demonstrating his early range beyond comedic roles, Novak also appeared in the Academy Award-winning film Syriana in 2005, marking his presence in dramatic features.

He lent his distinctive voice to the iconic character Brains in the revived Thunderbirds Are Go series, with his involvement spanning from 2015 to 2020. Concurrently, he secured a starring role as Nandor the Relentless in the globally acclaimed horror-comedy mockumentary series What We Do in the Shadows. This groundbreaking series, which ran from 2019 to its conclusion in 2024, brought him widespread international recognition and a devoted fanbase. During this prolific period, Novak also voiced Fabian Kingsworth in the animated series Archer (2020–2023) and notably portrayed Roger Dearly in Disney’s live-action feature film Cruella (2021).

With his indelible portrayal of Nandor the Relentless concluding its highly successful, multi-season run in 2024, Kayvan Novak continues to be a prominent and in-demand figure in British and international entertainment. His unique ability to craft memorable and diverse characters, both visually on screen and through his distinctive vocal performances, solidifies his reputation as a versatile and award-winning talent, ready for his next significant project.