From Skins To The Great: The Ultimate Guide To Nicholas Hoult TV Shows And Where To Stream Them

Nicholas Hoult has successfully transitioned from a breakout child actor into one of the most versatile leading men of his generation. While his blockbuster film roles often dominate headlines, his television career features some of the most critically acclaimed and culturally significant series of the last two decades. As audiences in 2026 continue to rediscover his brilliant character work, demand for his small-screen filmography remains at an all-time high.

From Teen Icon to Royal Satire: The Career-Defining Roles

Nicholas Hoult’s television legacy is anchored by two massive, era-defining performances. He first captured international attention as Tony Stonem in the groundbreaking British teen drama Skins (2007–2008). As the manipulative, charismatic, and ultimately tragic leader of the Bristol teen group, Hoult anchored the show's first generation, setting a new standard for youth culture television.

Over a decade later, Hoult achieved peak television status with The Great (2020–2023), a genre-bending "anti-historical" comedy-drama created by Tony McNamara. Playing the erratic, dim-witted, yet oddly endearing Emperor Peter III of Russia opposite Elle Fanning, Hoult earned multiple Emmy and Golden Globe nominations. His dual role in later seasons as the peasant impostor Pugachev further showcased his elite comedic timing and physical acting range, solidifying the series as a modern masterpiece of television satire.

The Under-the-Radar Performances and Voice Work

Beyond his live-action triumphs, Hoult has consistently lent his talents to premium miniseries and animated projects.

• Watership Down (2018): In this high-profile BBC and Netflix co-production, Hoult voiced Fiver, the visionary rabbit whose terrifying premonitions drive the epic narrative. His sensitive voice acting grounded the dark, emotional tone of the classic adaptation.
• Crossing Swords (2020–2021): Hoult executive produced and starred in this adult stop-motion animated comedy, voicing Patrick, a good-hearted peasant who becomes a squire in a corrupt royal castle.
• Wallander (2008): Just after his departure from Skins, Hoult appeared alongside Kenneth Branagh in the acclaimed mystery series, delivering a haunting guest performance in the episode "Sidetracked."

What's Next for Nicholas Hoult on the Small Screen?

While Hoult’s immediate slate has been dominated by massive cinematic endeavors—including his highly publicized turn as Lex Luthor in the DC Universe and dark fantasy projects—the actor has repeatedly expressed a desire to return to television.

The current prestige TV landscape favors limited series and high-concept anthologies, formats that align perfectly with Hoult's penchant for eccentric, character-driven roles. Industry insiders suggest that while he has no permanent TV commitments scheduled for late 2026, showrunners are actively pitching him projects that offer the same creative freedom he enjoyed during his celebrated run on The Great.