I remember very clearly someone saying, 'Don't shake hands with the cactus,' and I thought, 'Well, why not? What could possibly go… — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
I was thrilled with how the first series of 'Sherlock' was received. It was such great fun to film, which makes it… — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
I play enough other mad people, as well and some sane people, to vary the palette of what's scrabbling around in my… — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
The guy [Doctor Strange], he's like most of us, he's uncorrupted flesh from the beginning of his life, he's somebody who's not… — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
I had parents who were working actors, who did really well in their careers, but it was a living. So it was… — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
Even in cerebral roles that are seemingly intelligent and nothing else, I think it's so important to wrap your characterization in a… — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
I'm aware of the power of looks. I've wanted to play roles that have gone to much better-looking people and you just… — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
I've gone up two suit sizes. The character I'm playing, he's strong, I can say that much. I've changed my physique a… — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
Do awards change careers? Well, I haven't heard of many stories where that's the case. It's a fun excuse to meet colleagues… — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
I genuinely don't know Julian Assange well. To authenticate an opinion, I really would have to meet him. — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
I am also full of admiration for Chelsea Manning [formerly PFC Bradley Manning]. Regardless of which side of the argument you're on,… — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
I have an appetite for the normal in my life, as well as the abnormal. — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
Doctor Strange is an origin story so there's a certain room for me improving as well as the character improving. — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
I thought, well, why am I giving up on my primary dream to work doubly hard, to do something as an alternative… — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
There was a moment of extraordinary humbleness and humility and pride, as well, with my father when he turned to me -… — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
I feel that TV and film feed off each other well. It's more in the perception of the viewer than it is… — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
It's the same thing, I think, whether it's breathing or meditation or yoga. And running is a great way of doing it. — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
Being someone who is of our sensual reality, Stephen Strange has a lifestyle, he has a sexuality, he's materialistic. — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
If you have an over-preoccupation with perception and trying to please people's expectations, then you can go mad. — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
Being on set is quite difficult, because it's so big and you've got to try and relax, which isn't easy when you know you're… — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
I know that might sound perverse because I played Julian Assange but, honestly, I don't think it would be fair for me to judge… — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
Maybe it's just getting older, but I don't want to miss things. — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
I think playing any iconic role when you're stepping into big shoes, into the shadow of people who have come before you and you… — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
[While voicing cartoons] you have to lose your sanity and inhibitions and any kind of dignity and just throw yourself around a bit. — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
I'm not very geeky. I'm quite homespun. I would say I'm more modern rustic than gadget-orientated. I like woollen things and log fires and… — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
This is an odd profession, and sometimes people get jealous, but I haven't really experienced any of that. Everyone's been really happy for me,… — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
I can feel infinitely alive curled up on the sofa reading a book. — Benedict Cumberbatch Copy Share Image
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