- After accepting the job for Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005), became the first British director the film series has had.
- Went to the same school (St. Albans School) as physicist Stephen Hawking and lyricist Sir Tim Rice.
- Daughter Lizzie (25) works for the Independent talent agency that had been ICM. (2008)
- In 2005 Mike received the honorary degree of Doctor of Arts from the University of Hertfordshire in recognition of his distinguished contribution to the development of the film industry.
- Can be briefly heard on Frank Bryce (Eric Sykes)'s radio in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005).
- On 13th September 2007, he received an Honorary Doctorate of Arts from the University of Lincoln, England.
- He has directed one Oscar nominated performance: Joan Plowright.
- Attended Cambridge University. Three year training course at Granada Television, with intention of going into theatre. Graduated to directing TV plays, building strong reputation for work with David Hare, David Edgar, Hohn, John Osborne, Jack Rosenthal.
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