Hello!!

"It's the most wonderful time of the year!" The Peggster Christmas questionnaire has rolled round again having firmly established itself as much a festive fixture as fir trees, mulled wine and five cent plum duff. And so with a glad heart and shiny excited eyes I welcome the inquisitors into my mind-space, as if they were an enthusiastic group of carol singers who have knocked at the door of my manor house wrapped in woolens and proffering lanterns lit by heavy wax candles, illuminating their ruddy faces with warm orange flickers. I hear the bell ring from the cave as I study a bank of monitors showing every version of A Christmas Carol ever committed to celluloid, including A Christmas Carol (27 versions) Scrooge (7 versions) , Scrooged, A Muppet Christmas Carol and Mickey's Christmas Carol. Cantebury's voice trills from the intercom, just as the face of Scrooge's deceased partner Jacob Marley (Alec Guinness) appears on the knocker of his London home in the 1970, Ronald Neame directed musical version of the Dickens classic.

"Fuck!", I splutter, spraying the info-deck with Knob Creek, "that really made jump."

"My apologies sir", chirrups Cantebury with digital poshness, "but the exterior sensors were activated by a group of twenty three individuals and a dog, approaching the front door with some vigor".

"Damn it Cantypants, it's the Chronos Vector, seeking revenge for my foiling of their attempt to inspire economic recession by encouraging a lack of confidence in high street spending", I whisper hoarsely, jamming one leather clad fist into the other.

"No sir, it's not them" replies Cantebury with impassive tact.

"Then who the hell is it?!" I persist, my finger hovering over the 'suit up' button on the illuminated touch screen dashboard of my utility hub.

"It's the Peggster Christmas questioneers sir, with their annual compendium of interrogative offerings", mollifies the faithful robotic butler. "Ms. Carrigan apparently dropped them into in the grounds, using the Harmocopter.

"Where does she get those wonderful toys?" I laugh to myself.

"That sir", offers Cantebury with a hint of electronic affection, "remains a mystery."

"Show them into the drawing room and organize refreshments." I order, with an excited smile, "I'll be up directly".

"Coke Zero for you sir?" asks Cantebury, preemptively.

"Yes please", I reply, "you prick".

Okay, here we go...

Beemer (Dr. Tectonic): Of those you've slept in close proximity to, who's the worst to have in the same room whilst sleeping, and why?

I would probably have to say the Cheltenham Ladies beach volleyball squad. I hardly slept a wink. Congratulations on providing possibly the oddest question I have ever been asked. Go Beemer!!!

Clement (georgeseurat): What were the roles you had done onstage before you make you small screen debut on BBC, and which one is you most favorite?

Well Clement, I did most of my theatre during education, from Tom in Tom Sawyer at School to Scrope in Howard Barker's Victory at University. I have appeared in Hamlet, Barbarians, Blood Wedding, A Day In The Death Of Joe Egg, The Glass Menagerie as well a numerous devised and experimental pieces. I think my favorite was probably Tom in The Glass Menagerie which for those of you who don't know is a beautiful play. For a while after I graduated, I was part of an experimental theatre troupe called Bodies In Flight. The stuff we did was pretty out there. My favorite was a show called Rough, about four Greek gods, touring a sex show around Europe. I do miss theatre. Think I'd have to take a big deep breath before doing it again though.

Craig Clark (mcraigclark): What's the story behind the series of t-shirts you've got with the image of a man beating a lawnmower with a stick?

Good question Craig. There is a very cool clothing store called Jakes on Berwick Street in central London which is the home of a line of clothing inspired by a rather special little boy. Jake is currently nine and has cerebral palsy but, as their press release rightly claims, this does not stop him from being cool. I wore a Jakes t-shirt on a TV show once and subsequently found myself being pulled into the shop next time I walked past and given a huge box of free t-shirts. I think it was probably the first box of free stuff I ever received and I was dead chuffed. You can order Jakes clothing online here http://www.jakesofsoho.co.uk/shop/index.php or buy it in the shop if you're on Berwick Street. While you're there, give a little wink to number 72, it's where Edgar and myself wrote the first draft of Shaun of the Dead.

Genevieve (dolfyn): What's the most dangerous or life-threatening thing you've ever done?

I guess the most dangerous thing I ever did was a tandem skydive over Christchurch, New Zealand in 1997. Me and comedians Dave Gorman, Tommy Tiernan and Ed Byrne leapt from a plane 10,000ft up, thus forming an eternal bond that has rendered us forever SKY WARRIORS!!! Felt the love by the way Gen.

GJ: If you could voice act in any cartoon (past or present) which would it be, and why?

That's an interesting one because I think it's actually a different question to 'what is your favorite animation?' I find hearing my own voice distracting. When I voiced the Strontium Dog adventures for Big Finish, I couldn't listen to them because I couldn't totally buy me as Johnny Alpha. Having said that I have spent the last year doing voice sessions for a new character in a major animation franchise, which I have really enjoyed and am looking forward to seeing, not least because I will be able to take my nieces to see it and they haven't seen any of my films at the cinema.

Jessica Dwyer: Did you at all get freaked out by Zachary Quinto the first time you met him thinking he'd cut open your head and look at, possibly eat your brain?

It's a testament to Zach's acting prowess that people do find themselves a little freaked out in his presence. I don't want to destroy the man's cool but Zach is a sweetheart and very funny. We had a blast on set, although there was a point when he was chasing me around whilst singing songs from Oliver. That was terrifying.

Jon Sykes (Jon 79): A white haired scientist gives you a time travelling 80's sports car. You go go back 10 years and meet yourself (a few week before Spaced is first broadcast). What would you tell your younger self about your present/future?

Everything Jon! Just to see me freak out. I sometimes feel like I'm playing it too cool, considering what kind of person I am and all geektastic things that have happened to me over the last few years. Why am I not constantly leaping up and down giggling like a little kid. I think I've said this before but I it's like getting into a hot bath. If you lower yourself in slowly your body has a chance to acclimatize as your skin is introduced to the heat by increments, whereas if you just jumped in, you immediately find yourself thrashing around, screaming "it burns, it burns!" So, it would be a very interesting experiment to leap out of the Delorian and say "Oi Simon, guess what!?" Then watch as I start thrashing round in the throws of a massive geekgasm.

Josh!: Have you ever considered making a podcast with the boys (edgar, nick), outside of production casts?

Nick and I were talking about this recently but it feels a little bit like cashing in. There are plenty of good podcasts out there and I think we also have to be careful about over exposing ourselves. When Paul comes out, we want people to be itching to see it, not already sick of us. We are writing a book together which should be out in a year or so. Look out for that Josh, it's going to be a hoot.

Julie Cantrell (xfsista): One of my favorite parts of being a fangirl is buying toys. I'm a child at heart with a grown-up's wallet which is a dangerous combination. I was disappointed and a little surprised by the lack of merchandise for Hot Fuzz. I know you probably have very little control over the merchandising aspect of your films, but I was curious to know if perhaps you had any insight as to what happened (or didn't happen)? Will I ever have a Nicholas Angel standing amongst the likes of Shaun, Agent Scully, and Iron Man?

Don't get me started on that. I'm not sure why the Hot Fuzz merchandizing bods didn't get onto an action figure series. We always used to say on set, that Nicholas Angel was a perfect candidate for an action figure, due to his multitudinous outfits. In the tradition of the Star Wars multiples (Bespin Luke, Hoth Luke, X-Wing Luke), we could have Cycle Angel, Riot Squad Angel, PC Angel, Sandford Angel, Plain Clothes Angel, Jogging Angel etc. It would have to be a case of 'outfits sold separately', or we'd be ripping people off. I have a good relationship with a number of companies that produce this sort of thing now, so you never know. You may yet have an Angel at your table.

Kimberly Shay (kimmerv2): Out of all the comic book superheroines out there, who would you pick to back you up if you ever got into a fight? You can pick more than one!

Well Kim my old mate, I think Wonder Woman is a hugely underestimated super heroine because like Superman, she's a bit of an all American goody two shoes but unlike Supes she seems to lack a certain edge. I think Diana is a badass. She's tall and gorgeous and hard as rock, like Cindy Crawford with super powers. I'd be very happy for her to have my back. Also She Hulk because like JTK, I have a thing for green chicks.

Llama Mattingley: Where are you jetting off to for New Year's? And will you take me with you (I can fit in a suitcase)?

Well curl up in a tiny, portable ball because, we've hired a cottage in the country side, where Nick, Chris, Maureen, Minnie and myself will eat nice food, go for walks and watch lots of films, not to mention get very drunk for the turning of the year. Thanks for the Q Llama and a Happy New Year to you. P.S. I still love helmets.

Lucy Crewe: Do superheroes count sheep in their sleep?

Yes Lucy, but sheep in capes with invulnerable wool and the ability to leap farm buildings in a single bound as they relentlessly battle against their arch enemy...NyLoN!!

Mutt Duncan: You've been the obvious inspiration for the Hughie character in The Boys comic series and have been a vocal fan. If a movie adaptation were done who would you pick to play the Butcher, and if you couldn't play the lead who do you think does a good enough Simon Pegg to convincingly play Hughie? (PS. Nick should play Love Sausage.)

Hmmm, I'm not sure Matt. I think I'm definitely a little old to play Hughie now but I'm not going to put any ideas out there, in case I shoot my self in the super foot. I know Clive Owen's name came up for Butcher. I really like Clive. He might have to beef up a bit though. Get on the protein shakes for a few months. Nick is my love sausage whether he plays that part or not.

Neil Neenan (Neilo): You've shared a writing credit with Edgar twice - did you ever have on set disagreements about the direction of your character? And as one of those writers do you even need much direction?

Edgar and I see eye to eye 99% of the time on set. I trust his judgement implicitly and by the time we get to shooting, we have done all our arguing. The writing process is a different matter but then that is how it works. From debate comes inspiration. We very rarely come to blows and when we do it's always quick and upsetting because neither of us relish conflict. Fortunately, Edgar and myself have extremely compatible sensibilities and a strong desire to collaborate, which works very well for us.

Nika (Nted1): You have made it well known the love and adoration you have for Minnie. The question I have for you is...do you believe that miniature schnauzers secrete a substance through their fur that make you want to spoil and smooch them all the time or is it (as I believe with mine) that their eyes and beard have a hypnotic effect?

Definitely Nika. Minnie can wrap me around her little paw. She has such a strong personality, it's almost unnerving sometimes. She's incredibly smart and headstrong but also boundlessly loving. It's so nice to come home from work and have her go beserk with affection. She also has a wonderful knack of tugging the heart strings, particularly when I'm eating toast. She will rest her head on the sofa and look up at me with those doleful eyes, as if to say "mmmmmmm, crusts". I cave everytime.

Rachel (aka widowspider): As your career progresses and you become more and more well-known in the industry, do you feel that being a 'famous face' limits what you can work on as an actor or open up new avenues that you would not have considered before? (And I mean creatively/experimentally, not in terms of budgets or the number of scripts you receive!)

I think as long as we have our own little creative hub, we don't have to worry so much about the whims of other film makers, because we will hopefully always be able to generate our own work. I worry slightly about being permitted to make the leap to so called 'serious acting'. It is tough if you are known for comedy to migrate into that rarefied arena. I'm sure even my most die hard supporters will have to make a little leap of faith to take me seriously in a straight role. That's the price you pay for getting to goof around for a living. In my most grumpy moments, I do feel comedy writing/performing is underestimated. The absence of a Best Comedy Oscar is a telling indictment of just how little regard the establishment has for the genre. As if by being non-serious it is not worthy of serious consideration. Am I ranting. I apologize. Merry Christmas Rach.

Sarah Clarke (SarahAC): What will Santa be bringing to your household this Christmas?

I would like a really nice HD video camera and more hair. Also lots of video games and Blu-Ray discs. Thanks for asking Sarah, I hope Santa brings you everything you want too.

Sarah (sarahnb): If someone's underwear was showing, would you tell them?

Depends I guess Sarah. If it was someone her deserves a little public humiliation. I probably wouldn't. Otherwise, of course, it's the right thing to do.

Stefanihorror: What would the world (including movies in general) be like if Star Wars had never been made?

Difficult to say. The effect of Star Wars was seismic on popular culture generally. It has had such a vast effect, it is actually difficult to imagine a world in which it did not exist. It's influence, good and bad, extends into so many areas of cultural expression, hypothetically unpicking it's effect is almost impossible. Star Wars isn't just a film it is an epoch defining expression of something far deeper than entertainment. It not only changed cinema, it changed the means by which cinema is produced and it changed the needs of the greater cinema going audience. For better or for worse, Star Wars is now so intrinsically wound into the social DNA, it's significance far, far outweighs the thing itself.

Timothy Nicley (pokemaniactim): Have you played any amazing video games this year?

Funnily enough, The Force Unleashed, which I thoroughly enjoyed, not least obtaining all the various lightsabers and costumes, then replaying it as the biggest badass Jedi there ever was. Also enjoyed Lego Indiana Jones. Have a few games on my Christmas list, including Little Big Planet, Dead Space and Left4Dead. And yes I know Left4Dead features fast Zombies but hell, any port in a storm right?

Timothy, I owe you a huge thank you for the parcel of fun you sent me. It was very thoughtful and very cool. Cheers.

** BONUS **

Bob Weide: When describing your experience working with your director on "How to Lose Friends," how long can you go before the word "Jew" pops up?

How the hell should I Jew??!!

Jake Weide: I loved Minnie in the R2D2 battle movies on Facebook. Is it true she might have a supporting role in Paul?

Thanks Jake and a big old kiss on the chops to you from me. There might just be an opportunity for a cameo in Paul, although it depends how well behaved she is. You may not know this but your human father fired her from the set of his own movie for jumping on an extra. Having said that, she's desperate to get back in the game. Showbiz is in her blood.

Michael Smiley: Is it true your Mum had a secret affair with Tyres?

Yes, they used to meet at a hotel on the A40. It's a tough one to think about.

Robert Popper: What is 9017 x 867?

7,817,739

Well, that's all folks. I guess that about covers it for 2008. I was surprised to not get any Star Trek questions. Shame really, I was genuinely ready to open up. A very happy holiday to you all from Me, Maureen, Minnie and Cantebury. May all your seasonal dreams come true and be sure to have a healthy and happy 2009. Thank you again for your overwhelming love and support. I am blessed and lucky to have such wonderful friends.xxx

Simon tugs a book on the bookshelf to reveal a hidden elevator.

"Merry Christmas to all and to all a goodnight!"

The elevator descends as the bookshelf swings shut, leaving Cantebury alone with the guests.

"Right, everybody out!"

xxx