Alan Ford
Biography
Alan Ford is an English actor born on February 23, 1938, in Camberwell, London, England, UK. He is known for his roles in Guy Ritchie gangster movies, including Snatch and Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels. Ford has also appeared in multiple episodes of the TV show The Bill, playing separate characters in eight different episodes. His acting credits include over 76 known roles.
Career overview
Alan Ford is an English actor known for his roles in various films and television shows. He has appeared in multiple episodes of the television series The Bill, playing separate characters in eight different episodes.
Ford has also been involved in several notable film projects. He is recognized for his work in Guy Ritchie's gangster movies, including Snatch and Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels.
In addition to his film and television credits, Ford has appeared in other notable productions. He has been involved in the television series The Armando Iannucci Shows and the films Podfu(c)k, Sbal prachy a vypadni.
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79 titles- Thames View (2026) as Edna (voice)
- Members Club (2024) as Cheese and Pineapple Hedgehog
- (It's Getting Late) Mr Pipkin (2024) as Mr. Pipkin
- Bermondsey Tales: Fall of the Roman Empire (2024) as Skats
- 1966: Who Stole The World Cup? (2022) as Narrator
- Alice, Through the Looking (2021) as The Chairman
- The Kemps: All True (2020) as Self
- Gamble (2018) as Voice Over
- Gloves Off (2017) as Burt
- Trendy (2017) as Matthew
- A Hitman in London (2015) as Paul Hamilton
- Toast of London (2013) as Alan the Fear Therapist
- The 100 Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared (2013) as Pim
- The Sweeney (2012) as Harry
- Cockneys vs Zombies (2012) as Ray Macguire
- Airborne (2012) as Max Korgen
- Strippers vs. Werewolves (2012) as Harry
- Jack Falls (2011) as Carter
- Night Dragon (2010) as Hansen
- Mission London (2010) as Sibling
- Dead Man Running (2009) as Sol
- My Almost Famous Family (2009) as Terry
- Manilla Envelopes (2006) as Harry
- Jane Hall (2006)
- Snuff Box (2006) as Rick - Priest
- Exorcist: The Beginning (2004) as Jefferies
- Keen Eddie (2003)
- Ultimate Fights from the Movies (2002) as Brick Top Pullard (Snatch) (archive footage)
- Waking the Dead (2001) as Jack Ely
- The Armando Iannucci Shows (2001) as Alan The East End Thug
- Snatch (2000) as Brick Top
- Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998) as Alan / Narrator
- Mosley (1998) as Gaolor
- An Unsuitable Job for a Woman (1997) as City Receptionist
- Madson (1996) as Adrian
- Knowing Me Knowing You with Alan Partridge (1994) as Terry Norton
- Class Act (1994) as Geoff the Builder
- Little Napoleons (1994) as Gerald Nowell
- Chaplin (1992) as Warder
- Murder Most Horrid (1991) as First Villain
- The Darling Buds of May (1991) as Danvers
- Buddy's Song (1991) as Phil
- The Upper Hand (1990) as Barman
- The Fool (1990)
- Birds of a Feather (1989) as Prison Officer
- The New Statesman (1987) as Police Inspector
- Rockliffe's Babies (1987) as Tommy
- Casualty (1986) as Norman Danvers
- The Best Years of Your Life (1986) as Father
- Running Scared (1986) as Ron Martin
- EastEnders (1985) as Mr Sangers
- Rachel and the Roarettes (1985) as Harold
- The Bill (1984)
- Give Us a Break: Hustle Bustle Toil and Muscle (1984) as Nobby Wilson
- Jake's End (1982) as Leaded Billy
- Bergerac (1981) as Sammy Kline
- An American Werewolf in London (1981) as Taxi Driver
- The Chinese Detective (1981)
- The Chinese Detective (1981) as Jack Arthur Bross
- Smuggler (1981)
- Smuggler (1981) as Giles Sawney
- Venom (1981) as Peters
- Dead End (1980) as Prowler
- The Long Good Friday (1980) as Jack
- The Adventures of Frank: Seeds of Ice (1980) as Mr. Chancer
- The Adventures of Frank: Everybody's Fiddling Something (1980) as Mr. Chancer
- Minder (1979) as Bennett
- Waterloo Sunset (1979) as Sgt.
- Strangers (1978) as Johnny James
- Armchair Thriller (1978) as Bill
- The Limbo Connection (1978) as Bill
- Law & Order (1978) as Clifford Harding
- The Squeeze (1977) as Taff
- Playhouse (1974) as Leaded Billy
- Romany Jones (1972) as Ken
- Play for Today (1970)
- Play for Today (1970) as Mr. Chancer
- Play for Today (1970) as Sgt.
- Fahrenheit 451 (1966) as Fire Man (uncredited)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Alan Ford best known for?
Alan Ford is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The 100 Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared (2013), The Sweeney (2012), Cockneys vs Zombies (2012), Amici di Maria De Filippi (2001).
When and where was Alan Ford born?
Alan Ford was born on February 23, 1938 in Camberwell, London, England, UK.
How many credits does Alan Ford have?
Alan Ford has accumulated over 79 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1966 to 2026.
What is Alan Ford's background in cinema and television?
Alan Ford is an English actor born on February 23, 1938, in Camberwell, London, England, UK. He is known for his roles in Guy Ritchie gangster movies, including Snatch and Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels. Ford has also appeared in multiple episodes of the TV show The Bill, playing separate characters in eight diffe...