The Cast Of Four Weddings And A Funeral: 30 Years Later—Who Is Still Charming The World In 2025?
It has been over three decades since the stammering, charming chaos of Four Weddings and a Funeral first graced the silver screen, yet the film's iconic cast remains a defining force in cinema and television today. As of December 21, 2025, the ensemble responsible for launching the modern British romantic comedy genre continues to surprise audiences, with new projects ranging from A24 horror films to acclaimed directorial debuts and hit television series. This article delves into the full cast, their pivotal roles in the 1994 classic, and the most current, up-to-date details on their careers.
The enduring appeal of the film lies not just in Richard Curtis's witty script or Mike Newell's masterful direction, but in the chemistry of its ensemble. From the unforgettable "F-word" opening to the heart-wrenching funeral scene, the cast created a world of interconnected, slightly awkward, and deeply lovable friends whose stories still resonate with fans worldwide.
The Core Ensemble: Full Cast Biography and Profile
The heart of Four Weddings and a Funeral was its tight-knit group of friends. Here is a complete biographical profile of the main cast members who brought Charles, Carrie, Fiona, and the rest of the unforgettable gang to life.
- Hugh Grant (Charles)
- Role: Charles, the perpetually late and commitment-phobic protagonist.
- Full Name: Hugh John Mungo Grant
- Born: September 9, 1960
- Birthplace: Hammersmith, London, England
- Notable Films: Notting Hill, Love Actually, Bridget Jones's Diary, Paddington 2.
- Andie MacDowell (Carrie)
- Role: Carrie, the American love interest who challenges Charles's worldview.
- Full Name: Rosalie Anderson MacDowell
- Born: April 21, 1958
- Birthplace: Gaffney, South Carolina, USA
- Notable Films: Sex, Lies, and Videotape, Groundhog Day, Short Cuts.
- Kristin Scott Thomas (Fiona)
- Role: Fiona, Charles's witty, reserved, and secretly heartbroken friend.
- Full Name: Kristin Ann Scott Thomas
- Born: May 24, 1960
- Birthplace: Redruth, Cornwall, England
- Notable Films: The English Patient, Gosford Park, Darkest Hour.
- Simon Callow (Gareth)
- Role: Gareth, the boisterous, life-loving half of the central gay couple.
- Full Name: Simon Phillip Hugh Callow
- Born: June 15, 1949
- Birthplace: Streatham, London, England
- Notable Works: Stage actor, director, and author; known for Amadeus and Shakespeare in Love.
- John Hannah (Matthew)
- Role: Matthew, Gareth's quiet partner, whose funeral poem remains a cinematic highlight.
- Full Name: John David Hannah
- Born: April 23, 1962
- Birthplace: East Kilbride, Scotland
- Notable Films/TV: The Mummy franchise, Sliding Doors, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D..
- James Fleet (Tom)
- Role: Tom, the wealthy, kind-hearted, and socially awkward member of the group.
- Full Name: James Edward Fleet
- Born: March 11, 1952
- Birthplace: Solstice, West Yorkshire, England
- Notable TV: The Vicar of Dibley.
- Rowan Atkinson (Father Gerald)
- Role: Father Gerald, the stammering, hilariously inept priest.
- Full Name: Rowan Sebastian Atkinson
- Born: January 6, 1955
- Birthplace: Consett, County Durham, England
- Notable Works: Mr. Bean, Blackadder, Johnny English.
The Four Weddings Cast: Where Are They Now in 2025?
The film celebrated its monumental 30th anniversary in 2024, a milestone that prompted reflection on its cultural impact. Nearly all the main actors remain highly active, with several taking on roles that dramatically defy their rom-com personas.
Hugh Grant: Shedding the Rom-Com Persona
Hugh Grant's role as Charles established his career as the quintessential bumbling, floppy-haired romantic lead. However, in the years leading up to 2025, Grant has successfully pivoted to darker, character-actor roles, earning critical acclaim and a renewed career surge.
In 2024, he appeared in the Netflix comedy Unfrosted: The Pop-Tart Story. More strikingly, in late 2024, Grant starred in the psychological horror film Heretic from A24, a major departure that showcases his range and commitment to subverting his charming image.
Andie MacDowell and Kristin Scott Thomas: Directing and Dominating TV
The two leading ladies have also seen their careers flourish with high-profile projects. Andie MacDowell, who played American expatriate Carrie, has found a major home on television. She continues to star as the matriarch Del Landry in the hit drama series The Way Home, which has seen new seasons air into 2024.
MacDowell also appeared in two highly anticipated films: the body horror flick The Substance and Yorgos Lanthimos’s surreal black comedy Kinds of Kindness (2024), demonstrating her willingness to embrace complex, challenging material.
Kristin Scott Thomas (Fiona), whose iconic "I love you" speech remains the film's emotional core, has moved behind the camera. Her directorial debut, My Mother's Wedding, which she also co-wrote, saw its theatrical opening in late 2024, marking a significant new chapter in her career.
The Unforgettable Supporting Cast and Legacy of Richard Curtis
The movie's success is inseparable from its supporting players, many of whom delivered the most memorable lines and scenes. Their recent activities further solidify the cast's enduring presence in the entertainment world.
The Friends and The Clergy: Recent Updates
John Hannah (Matthew), whose recitation of W.H. Auden's "Funeral Blues" is arguably the film's most famous scene, is still highly sought after. In a recent update, the Scottish actor was announced to lead the cast of a brand new detective drama, showcasing his versatility beyond the rom-com genre.
James Fleet (Tom), the sweet, bumbling friend, continues to appear in major British productions. Most notably, he appeared in the 2023 musical fantasy film Wonka as a corrupt priest, ironically revisiting the world of clergy after Rowan Atkinson's Father Gerald.
Simon Callow (Gareth), the larger-than-life character, remains a prolific figure in theatre and film. In 2025, he is slated to direct the feature film About a Bell, while maintaining an active schedule of stage performances and readings throughout 2024.
Rowan Atkinson (Father Gerald), already a global comedy icon, continues his work on various projects, including his long-running Johnny English franchise, though he often returns to more serious roles as well.
The Tragic Loss of Charlotte Coleman (Scarlett)
The character of Scarlett, Charles's chaotic, foul-mouthed roommate, was played by the BAFTA-nominated actress Charlotte Coleman. Her performance was a highlight of the film, but tragically, her career was cut short. Coleman passed away in 2001 at the age of 33 from an asthma attack, making her one of the most poignant "Where Are They Now" stories for fans of the film.
The 25th Anniversary Reunion: 'One Red Nose Day and a Wedding'
A true testament to the cast's lasting bond and the film's legacy was the 2019 short sequel, One Red Nose Day and a Wedding, created for the Comic Relief charity. This mini-movie brought back almost the entire original cast, including Grant, MacDowell, Scott Thomas, Hannah, Fleet, and Atkinson, to celebrate the wedding of Charles and Carrie's daughter. This reunion provided fans with a fresh, canon update to their beloved characters, proving that the magic of the original ensemble is still very much alive.
The film's screenwriter, Richard Curtis, went on to define the British rom-com genre with subsequent hits like Notting Hill, Bridget Jones's Diary, and Love Actually. However, Four Weddings and a Funeral remains his breakthrough hit, a low-budget phenomenon that set the template for cinematic charm, witty dialogue, and the enduring question of finding "The One" amidst life's messy, beautiful chaos.
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