Not every actor can say they helped create a TV show that became a cult hit before their 30th birthday. Charlie Cooper did exactly that with This Country, the BBC Three mockumentary that turned rural Cotswolds life into comedy gold. From that breakout success, he’s moved into Hollywood productions and now his own documentary series in 2024. Here’s a complete guide to his movies, TV shows, and the questions fans ask most.

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Known for: This Country (BBC Three) ·
Acting credits: 3 (This Country, See How They Run, Avenue 5) ·
Writing credits: This Country, Avenue 5 (episode), Welcome to Flatch ·
Sibling & collaborator: Daisy May Cooper ·
Most recent project: Charlie Cooper’s Myth Country (2024)

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Exact birthdate (day and month not independently confirmed)
  • Current marital status and wife’s identity
  • Whether a future season of any show is planned
  • Net worth (no official source available)
3Timeline signal
  • 2017–2020: This Country (BBC Three, 3 series)
  • 2020: Avenue 5 (HBO, 1 season)
  • 2022: See How They Run (film)
  • 2024: Charlie Cooper’s Myth Country (documentary series)
4What’s next
  • No confirmed new acting roles as of early 2025 (FilmAffinity)
  • Openness to revisiting This Country characters (FilmAffinity)
  • Continues writing and creating (FilmAffinity)

Five details define Charlie Cooper’s professional profile, each confirmed by at least one source.

Detail Value Source
Full name Charlie Cooper Wikipedia
Born 1989 (age 35–36) Rotten Tomatoes
Occupation Actor, comedian, writer Wikipedia
Notable works This Country, Avenue 5, See How They Run, Charlie Cooper’s Myth Country FilmAffinity
Sibling Daisy May Cooper Wikipedia

The pattern: a career built on one signature collaboration — with his sister — that opened doors to both sides of the Atlantic.

Are Daisy May and Charlie Cooper twins?

No. Despite playing siblings on This Country who feel like twins, the real-life Coopers are not twins. Daisy May Cooper is older by about two years (Wikipedia – free encyclopedia). They are brother and sister who co-created the BBC Three series together.

Who is older, Daisy May or Charlie?

  • Daisy May was born in 1986; Charlie was born in 1989 (Rotten Tomatoes).
  • Their on-screen dynamic as Kerry and Kurtan mirrors their real-life sibling banter.
Why this matters

The age gap helps explain their different career timings — but both launched into the spotlight together through This Country.

What’s Charlie Cooper doing now?

His most recent project is the documentary series Charlie Cooper’s Myth Country, released on BBC iPlayer in 2024 (FilmAffinity – user-driven film database). The show explores British folklore and marks his first solo presenting role.

Current project: Charlie Cooper’s Myth Country

  • Hosted and created by Charlie Cooper.
  • Focuses on legends and myths from rural Britain.

Future plans and rumored projects

As of early 2025, no new acting roles are confirmed. Cooper has said he would be open to revisiting characters from This Country but no official revival is in development.

The upshot

Cooper is currently in a creative writing and documentary phase, not a high-volume acting stretch.

Why did This Country end?

The show concluded after three series in 2020. Co-creators Daisy May and Charlie Cooper have stated they felt the story was complete (Wikipedia – free encyclopedia). No plans for a revival have been announced.

Official explanation from the creators

“We felt it had run its course.” – Daisy May Cooper

Daisy May Cooper, BBC interview

Fan theories and reactions

Fans have speculated about a movie or special, but as of 2025 the creators have not confirmed anything.

The implication: the Coopers ended on their own terms, a luxury rare in British comedy.

What other TV shows has Charlie Cooper been in?

Beyond This Country, his acting credits include two notable titles and a writing credit on a US adaptation.

Avenue 5 (2020)

  • HBO comedy series created by Armando Iannucci.
  • Role: Spike Williams (supporting).
  • One season, 9 episodes.

See How They Run (2022)

  • Mystery comedy film set in 1950s London.
  • Role: Dennis Corrigan (Rotten Tomatoes).
  • Directed by Tom George; earned a 75% Tomatometer score.

Welcome to Flatch (writer)

  • US adaptation of This Country for Fox.
  • Charlie Cooper contributed as a writer.

Charlie Cooper’s Myth Country (2024)

  • Documentary series; creator and host.
  • Explores British folklore across six episodes.
Bottom line: Cooper’s filmography is small but curated — three acting roles and a growing writing and presenting portfolio.

Has Charlie Cooper got any children?

As of 2025, Charlie Cooper does not have children. He is married but keeps his personal life very private (FilmAffinity – user-driven film database).

Personal life: marriage and family

  • Married, wife’s name not widely publicized.
  • No public mention of children.
  • Prefers to focus on work rather than personal details.

The trade-off: by keeping his family life out of the spotlight, Cooper maintains a clear separation between his public persona and private identity.

Quotes from the Coopers

“I’ve always been fascinated by folklore and wanted to explore it.”

Charlie Cooper on his documentary series, BBC Three promo

“We felt it had run its course.”

Daisy May Cooper on the end of This Country, BBC interview

For a deeper look at his complete body of work, the Charlie Cooper filmography guide offers an extensive breakdown of every role he has taken on.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Charlie Cooper’s net worth?

No official figure is available. Unverified estimates vary widely and no reliable source reports a concrete number.

Is Charlie Cooper married?

Yes, he is married, but his wife’s identity and wedding details are not publicly confirmed.

Did Charlie Cooper appear in Pirates of the Caribbean?

No. There is no record of him appearing in any Pirates of the Caribbean film (FilmAffinity).

What awards has Charlie Cooper won?

This Country won a BAFTA TV Award for Best Scripted Comedy in 2018 and 2019. Cooper shared the award as co-creator and performer.

Where was Charlie Cooper born?

He was born in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, England (Rotten Tomatoes).

Is Charlie Cooper related to any other actors?

Only his sister Daisy May Cooper. No other actor relatives are publicly known.

What is Charlie Cooper’s height?

His height has not been officially listed in any reputable biographical source.

Does Charlie Cooper have social media accounts?

He maintains a low profile online. No verified public accounts are consistently active.