Will Sharpe

• Chinese Name：福田知盛
• Gender：Male
• Height：5 ft 8 in (173 cm)
• Date of Birth：September 22, 1986
• Place of Birth：London, England, UK
• Profession：Actor, Writer, Director
• Introduce：Will Sharpe is a British–Japanese actor, writer, and director acclaimed for his inventive storytelling and nuanced character work. Born in London to a Japanese mother and English father, Will lived in Tokyo until the age of eight before returning to the United Kingdom. He studied at the University of Cambridge, where he was active in the Footlights comedy troupe. Sharpe began his television career as an actor in Casualty and in the BAFTA‑winning sitcom Giri/Haji, but quickly expanded into writing and directing. He co‑created and starred in the Channel 4 black comedy Flowers (2016–2018), earning critical praise for blending dark humor with sensitive explorations of mental health. His directorial work includes The Electrical Life of Louis Wain (2021) starring Benedict Cumberbatch, which showcased his flair for whimsical yet emotionally resonant visual storytelling. Additional screen credits as an actor include Defending the Guilty, Landscapers, and The White Lotus. Known for his cross‑cultural perspective and genre‑defying projects, Will Sharpe has emerged as one of the UK’s most distinctive contemporary creative voices.