Colin Firth has admitted he would like to try some riskier acting roles rather than the more suited ones he has become accustomed to.

The 50-year-old said: "I'm dying to be a transvestite or a stripper or a rock star. I became an actor because I thought I would never have to wear a suit!"

Colin is currently promoting his new movie The Kings Speech, which is based on the true story of King George VI and how he overcame his stutter.

Many believe the role could earn him another Oscar nomination.

Directed by Tom Hooper, The King's Speech also stars Geoffery Rush and Helena Bonham Carter and hits UK cinemas on January 7.