Phil Dunster of ‘Ted Lasso’ Hails Renowned Actor as ‘The King’
Phil Dunster, the 33-year-old British actor best known for Jamie Tartt in Ted Lasso, has praised fellow actor Steve Carell. Dunster recently joined the dark comedy Rooster in the role of Archie. He called Carell an icon and said working with him was a major draw.
Phil Dunster of ‘Ted Lasso’ hails renowned actor as ‘the king’. The compliment came alongside praise for the show’s writers.
Why Dunster took the role
Dunster credited creators Bill Lawrence and Matt Tarses for strong scripts. He said their writing made the project appealing. Still, sharing the screen with Carell tipped the balance.
Memorable on-set moments
One early sequence stood out to Dunster. He described the scene as a “fever dream” and called it surreal.
The unusual moment involved a chaotic confrontation. Dunster recalled being in his boxers while his character was struck with a ladle. He admitted he questioned the scene when first reading it. After filming, the pair watched the footage back several times. Dunster said it felt joyful to review the take with an actor he admires.
Working with an icon
Dunster said Carell’s energy on set was infectious. He described the experience as both rewarding and fun. The veteran’s presence made even odd scenes memorable.
About Rooster
Rooster is a dark comedy focused on family tensions and personal fallout. Dunster plays Archie opposite Carell’s Greg Russo.
Greg Russo is a successful author who accepts a university job. He does this to support his daughter Katie, played by Charly Clive. Katie separates from Archie after his affair with a student comes to light.
Key credits
- Phil Dunster — plays Archie
- Steve Carell — plays Greg Russo
- Charly Clive — plays Katie
- Creators — Bill Lawrence and Matt Tarses
Filmogaz.com will follow further updates about Rooster and cast interviews. Dunster’s praise makes clear how much the project meant to him.
