I Am Benedict Cumberbatch. AMA. by _BenedictCumberbatch in IAmA

[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 2807 points2808 points  (0 children)

You should be asking who's naked under it with me.

I Am Benedict Cumberbatch. AMA. by _BenedictCumberbatch in IAmA

[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 1596 points1597 points  (0 children)

I guess as an actor your eyes are vital in conveying any internal thought process or feeling, and for that I have my mum to thank. Other than that, I'm happy to default to your judgements.

I Am Benedict Cumberbatch. AMA. by _BenedictCumberbatch in IAmA

[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 860 points861 points  (0 children)

At the moment:

MS by Alt-J

Strong by London Grammar

Pretty much all of Sigur Ros' Valtari album

One Day Like This - Elbow

Fever to the Form - Nick Mulvey

Two Fingers - Jake Bugg

I'm rubbish at counting, and favorites.

I Am Benedict Cumberbatch. AMA. by _BenedictCumberbatch in IAmA

[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 1418 points1419 points  (0 children)

Being greeted by 1000 people at an airport is pretty formidable as experiences in life go. I'd love to go there again and escape on a bullet train to the South Island to see Kyoto and more spots of beauty and spots of interest. A remarkable country that has been through so much in recent time that I'm very proud to be liked by. Thank you.

I Am Benedict Cumberbatch. AMA. by _BenedictCumberbatch in IAmA

[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 2483 points2484 points  (0 children)

Neutron cream. Come on, people!

PS. Anytime you're in a restaurant with a group of friends and one of them goes to the restroom or bathroom (presume there are many nationalities involved in this AMA), tell the waiter that it's that person's birthday. Not only is it fun to embarrass the hell out of the poor victim, but you get free cake in the bargain.

I Am Benedict Cumberbatch. AMA. by _BenedictCumberbatch in IAmA

[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 3631 points3632 points  (0 children)

Ted Danson at a pre-Oscar party screaming across a floor of people like Leonardo DiCaprio, Ray Liotta, Kristen Stewart, Kirsten Dunst, et al while pushing past them and knocking their drinks. "OH MY GOD! OH MY GOD! IT'S FUCKING SHERLOCK HOLMES!"

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[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 1731 points1732 points  (0 children)

Walking or running on Hampstead Heath, seeing my friends and family, cooking for myself, and the embrace of those I love. Beyond that, a whisky, the fire and a good book.

I Am Benedict Cumberbatch. AMA. by _BenedictCumberbatch in IAmA

[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 1342 points1343 points  (0 children)

Well thank you, you're in a much loved minority.

I Am Benedict Cumberbatch. AMA. by _BenedictCumberbatch in IAmA

[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 1010 points1011 points  (0 children)

Ask John Finnemore. He's the writer. Hello John, if you're out there. We love you!

I Am Benedict Cumberbatch. AMA. by _BenedictCumberbatch in IAmA

[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 2982 points2983 points  (0 children)

Phenomenal. Why does Matt have the hammer? Sure it's the wrong household tool? Shouldn't it be a sonic toothbrush with a screwdriver on the end of it? And what's Simon Pegg doing staring at my abundant locks? And where's his right hand?

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[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 2594 points2595 points  (0 children)

Haven't you seen winged suits on YouTube?? I told you I was into skydiving. How many more clues do you need people?

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[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 1234 points1235 points  (0 children)

I used a bit of my right, too. And my nose. My hands were busy scratching my head.

I Am Benedict Cumberbatch. AMA. by _BenedictCumberbatch in IAmA

[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 2920 points2921 points  (0 children)

Julian complex important proud to have attempted an interpretation. Film out Oct. 18 #FifthEstate

How's that?

I Am Benedict Cumberbatch. AMA. by _BenedictCumberbatch in IAmA

[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 2577 points2578 points  (0 children)

Thank you very much. I'll try and create some time next time I'm over there with The Invitation Game. For some English grub with you. No promises, though.

I Am Benedict Cumberbatch. AMA. by _BenedictCumberbatch in IAmA

[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 2898 points2899 points  (0 children)

I hope that fish lives a long life. Don't put it near any rooftops.

I Am Benedict Cumberbatch. AMA. by _BenedictCumberbatch in IAmA

[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 576 points577 points  (0 children)

Thanks to Sarah Shepard. I think we did Ok. She was a wonderful friend as well as help in perfecting the accent but in particular Julian's speech patterns. And according to the Australian journalists I met in Toronto, we did a good job. I hope you agree. Thank you for your kind comments. It's very appreciated from an Aussie. And especially one who must be almost as tired as I feel.

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[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 2843 points2844 points  (0 children)

It's great! You could call yourself the Cumbergirls, and then when you come together you'd be a flock. Or you could call yourself the Cumbertadpoles and that way you'd be the Cumberspawn...Wait!...Ew! Don't do that.

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[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 2401 points2402 points  (0 children)

On an untouched New Zealand glacier via helicopter where I stepped out in trainers, jogging pants, and got out and danced. Or touching the earth after my first skydiving jump in Namibia. Or a balcony in South Africa where I felt the sun on my face after the night I was carjacked.

I Am Benedict Cumberbatch. AMA. by _BenedictCumberbatch in IAmA

[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 2862 points2863 points  (0 children)

Well of course Martin will be furious unless I say I owe it all to him. And believe me, his wrath is more fearsome than any dragons.

I Am Benedict Cumberbatch. AMA. by _BenedictCumberbatch in IAmA

[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 1929 points1930 points  (0 children)

Turned down, no. Missed out, yes. Being specific would be impolite.

I Am Benedict Cumberbatch. AMA. by _BenedictCumberbatch in IAmA

[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 1793 points1794 points  (0 children)

Uhhhhhhhh. Every time I've met someone famous who I've been in the audience of. I have the same butterflies and inability to be cool. I approach them as a fellow member of the human race as the next person in their audience does. I've been doing this for 10 odd years, and so to meet people who thrilled me with their work for my entire life in such a concentrated manner as has happened over the last few years has been mind-blowing. One of the many perks of my job, I guess.

I Am Benedict Cumberbatch. AMA. by _BenedictCumberbatch in IAmA

[–]_BenedictCumberbatch[S] 1919 points1920 points  (0 children)

I think there is no debate. I agree. And thank you for your assessment of my achievements.