Julian Barratt Pettifer (born 4 May 1968), known professionally as Julian Barratt, is an English comedian, actor, musician, music producer, and member of the surreal comedy troupe The Mighty Boosh. He played Howard Moon in their sitcom The Mighty Boosh. He is also known for Mindhorn (2016) and ABCs of Death 2(2014).
Barratt was born in Leeds. He adopted his middle name as his surname to distinguish himself from reporter Julian Pettifer. He attended the University of Reading. Barratt is in a relationship with comedian Julia Davis. They are the parents of twins Arthur and Walter, born 25 June 2007.