For me, it's Oscar Wilde.
Gen. Melchett in Blackadder Goes Forth. One of the funniest characters on TV, ever.
THIS!
As Lord Snot on University Challenge episode of The Young Ones. Upon further thought, as Jeeves in Jeeves and Wooster. Just perfect with Hugh Laurie. Also as the host of the British comedic game show QI.
1. Peter's Friends (1992) 2. Wilde (1997) 3. Gosford Park (2001)
I liked Gosford Park. He's got a serious role in "Dropout." One that has a ill-fated end.
Jeeves