Nigel Terry

Nigel Terry

Deceased · Born: Aug 15, 1945 · Died: Apr 30, 2015

Personal Details

BornAug 15, 1945 Bristol, England, UK
Parents
  • Such. Doreen Beatrice
  • Frank Albert Terry

Biography

Nigel Terry, a distinguished English stage and film actor, left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry during his remarkable career, which spanned multiple decades. He is most notably remembered for his iconic portrayal of King Arthur in John Boorman's epic 1981 film, Excalibur, a cinematic masterpiece that has stood the test of time.

Terry's impressive repertoire also includes his memorable performance as the future King John in the 1968 historical drama, A Lion In Winter, a testament to his versatility as an actor.

Furthermore, Nigel Terry had the privilege of collaborating with the visionary British filmmaker, Derek Jarman, on several occasions, including the title role in Jarman's 1986 biographical drama, Caravaggio, a critically acclaimed production that showcased Terry's remarkable range and depth as a performer.

Throughout his illustrious career, Nigel Terry consistently demonstrated his remarkable talent, leaving an enduring legacy in the world of film and theater.

Career

{"id":573,"title":"Doctor Who","year":2008,"character":"Cobb","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/doctor-who-2006","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/7mbkhcaetqa0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/7mbkhcaetqa0.jpg"},"released":1}
2008
{"id":78602,"title":"Red Mercury","year":"2005","character":"Lindsey","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/red-mercury","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_78602.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_78602.jpg"},"released":1}
2005
Red Mercury
Red Mercury as Lindsey
{"id":112,"title":"Troy","year":"2004","character":"Archeptolemus","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/troy","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2tuljqovtlo0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2tuljqovtlo0.jpg"},"released":1}
2004
Troy
Troy as Archeptolemus
{"id":2078,"title":"Foyle's War","year":2004,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/foyles-war","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_2078.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_2078.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":8157,"title":"Waking the Dead","year":2004,"character":"Sam Jacobs","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/waking-the-dead","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8157.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8157.jpg"},"released":1}
Waking the Dead
Waking the Dead as Sam Jacobs
{"id":204036,"title":"Danielle Cable: Eyewitness","year":"2003","character":"Kenneth Noye","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/danielle-cable-eyewitness","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_204036.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_204036.jpg"},"released":1}
2003
{"id":153024,"title":"The Tulse Luper Suitcases: Antwerp","year":"2003","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-tulse-luper-suitcases-antwerp","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_153024.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_153024.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":52515,"title":"The Tulse Luper Suitcases, Part 1: The Moab Story","year":"2003","character":"Sesame Esau","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-tulse-luper-suitcases-part-1-the-moab-story","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_52515.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_52515.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":16978,"title":"Feardotcom","year":"2002","character":"Turnball","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/feardotcom","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_16978.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_16978.jpg"},"released":1}
2002
Feardotcom
Feardotcom as Turnball
{"id":153628,"title":"Crime & Punishment","year":"2002","character":"Svidrigailov","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/crime-punishment","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_153628.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_153628.jpg"},"released":1}
Crime & Punishment
Crime & Punishment as Svidrigailov
{"id":26516,"title":"The Emperor's New Clothes","year":"2001","character":"Montholon","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-emperors-new-clothes-2001","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_26516.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_26516.jpg"},"released":1}
2001
{"id":79347,"title":"The Search for John Gissing","year":"2001","character":"Alan Jardeen","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-search-for-john-gissing","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_79347.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_79347.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":1796,"title":"Silent Witness","year":1999,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/silent-witness","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_1796.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_1796.jpg"},"released":1}
1999
{"id":56083,"title":"Far from the Madding Crowd","year":"1998","character":"Mr Boldwood","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/far-from-the-madding-crowd-1998","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_56083.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_56083.jpg"},"released":1}
1998
{"id":215441,"title":"The Ebb-Tide","year":"1998","character":"Ellstrom","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-ebb-tide","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_215441.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_215441.jpg"},"released":1}
The Ebb-Tide
The Ebb-Tide as Ellstrom
{"id":56375,"title":"The Hunchback","year":"1997","character":"King Louis XI","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-hunchback","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/17ur36ua7r5g.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/17ur36ua7r5g.jpg"},"released":1}
1997
The Hunchback
The Hunchback as King Louis XI
{"id":8318,"title":"Pie in the Sky","year":1995,"character":"Byron de Goris","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/pie-in-the-sky","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8318.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8318.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
Pie in the Sky
Pie in the Sky as Byron de Goris
{"id":9696,"title":"Wycliffe","year":1994,"character":"Lawrence Vinter","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/wycliffe","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_9696.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_9696.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
Wycliffe
Wycliffe as Lawrence Vinter
{"id":57463,"title":"Blue","year":"1993","character":"(voice)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/blue-1993","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_57463.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_57463.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
Blue
Blue as (voice)
{"id":1491,"title":"Highlander","year":1992,"character":"Gabriel Piton","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/highlander","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/42hihqb25kp0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/42hihqb25kp0.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
Highlander
Highlander as Gabriel Piton
{"id":103834292,"title":"Covington Cross","year":1992,"character":"sir Thomas Grey","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/covington-cross","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103834292.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103834292.jpg"},"released":1}
Covington Cross
Covington Cross as sir Thomas Grey
{"id":23601,"title":"Edward II","year":"1991","character":"Roger Mortimer","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/edward-ii","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_23601.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_23601.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
Edward II
Edward II as Roger Mortimer
{"id":59956,"title":"War Requiem","year":"1989","character":"Abraham","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/war-requiem","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_59956.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_59956.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
War Requiem
War Requiem as Abraham
{"id":8444,"title":"Ruth Rendell Mysteries","year":1988,"character":"Denys Villiers","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/ruth-rendell-mysteries","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8444.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8444.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
Ruth Rendell Mysteries
Ruth Rendell Mysteries as Denys Villiers
{"id":61292,"title":"The Last of England","year":"1987","character":"Narrator (voice)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-last-of-england","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_61292.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_61292.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
The Last of England
The Last of England as Narrator (voice)
{"id":17588,"title":"Caravaggio","year":"1986","character":"Caravaggio","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/caravaggio","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_17588.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_17588.jpg"},"released":1}
1986
Caravaggio
Caravaggio as Caravaggio
{"id":161579,"title":"Screen Two","year":"1986","character":"Railway Policeman","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/screen-two-1986-3","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_161579.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_161579.jpg"},"released":1}
Screen Two
Screen Two as Railway Policeman
{"id":161563,"title":"On Wings of Fire","year":"1986","character":"Zarathustra","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/on-wings-of-fire","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_161563.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_161563.jpg"},"released":1}
On Wings of Fire
On Wings of Fire as Zarathustra
{"id":62430,"title":"D\u00e9j\u00e0 Vu","year":"1985","character":"Michael \/ Greg","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/deja-vu-1985","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_62430.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_62430.jpg"},"released":1}
1985
Déjà Vu
Déjà Vu as Michael / Greg
{"id":63314,"title":"The Merry Wives of Windsor","year":"1982","character":"Pistol","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-merry-wives-of-windsor-1982","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_63314.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_63314.jpg"},"released":1}
1982
{"id":6245,"title":"Excalibur","year":"1981","character":"King Arthur","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/excalibur","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/10olpmbjjbp0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/10olpmbjjbp0.jpg"},"released":1}
1981
Excalibur
Excalibur as King Arthur
{"id":86225,"title":"Slade in Flame","year":"1975","character":"Assistant Disc Jockey (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/slade-in-flame","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_86225.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_86225.jpg"},"released":1}
1975
Slade in Flame
Slade in Flame as Assistant Disc Jockey (uncredited)
{"id":22451,"title":"The Lion in Winter","year":"1968","character":"John","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-lion-in-winter","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_22451.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_22451.jpg"},"released":1}
1968
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2013