Hugh Laurie to direct 'House' episode

dvdsetsonline.com / 2009-12-11

Hugh Laurie will direct an upcoming episode of House, Fox has announced.

The 50-year-old British actor, who plays the titular role on the medical drama, will step behind the camera for the first time for an episode scheduled to air this Spring.

"I am thrilled, daunted and honoured - with a 'u' - by this new responsibility," said Laurie. "House scripts are Fabergé eggs and I will try my very hardest not to drop this one on a stone floor."

Executive producer Katie Jacobs added: "I've wanted him to direct since season one. In fact, I can't believe he’s actually doing it."

"There is no one more qualified to direct the show than Hugh Laurie. I'm sure this is evident to anyone who’s seen the show, but he is simply the most versatile, talented, funny actor on TV today.

"Add to that an impeccable feeling for the visual storytelling and you have the makings of a great director. I don't know how he's going to be in two places at once, but that part we'll just have to figure out."

House returns to Fox Monday, January 25.

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