Bernard Bresslaw
Biography
Bernard Bresslaw was a male actor born in Stepney, London, England, UK. He was born on February 25, 1934. Bresslaw's acting career spanned multiple mediums, including film, television, and stage. He is known for his work in the "Carry On" films and television series such as "The Army Game" and "The Bernard Bresslaw Show". Bresslaw also appeared in various films, including "The Lavender Hill Mob" and "Der Dämon mit den blutigen Händen". He performed stage work, including a production of "The Taming Of The Shrew" in Regent's Park, London. Bresslaw died on June 11, 1993, at the age of 59.
Career overview
Bernard Bresslaw began his acting career, initially landing small roles in films such as The Lavender Hill Mob and The Glass Cage. He also appeared in the Hammer Productions horror film Der Dämon mit den blutigen Händen. Bresslaw's early work was marked by these minor roles, which laid the groundwork for his future career.
Bresslaw gained professional security through his involvement in the "Carry On" films, a series of comedies that showcased his acting abilities. His work in television also included a stint in the series The Army Game, which further established him as a talented actor. Bresslaw continued to work in television, starring in his own show, The Bernard Bresslaw Show, from 1958 to 1959.
Throughout his career, Bresslaw worked in various mediums, including television, stage, and film. He also performed recordings and wrote poetry. His stage work included performances in productions such as The Taming Of The Shrew, which he was set to appear in before his untimely death in 1993.
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81 titles- Warriors of Mars (2010) as (archive audio recording)
- On Location: The Carry Ons (2001) as Bernie Hulke / Bernie Lugg / Bungdit Din (archive footage) (uncredited)
- What's a Carry On? (1998) as Various Characters (archive footage) (uncredited)
- The World of Hammer (1994) as Self (archive footage)
- Leon the Pig Farmer (1993) as Rabbi Hartmann
- Virtual Murder (1992) as Lithgow
- A Question of Entertainment (1988)
- Mann's Best Friends (1985) as Duncan
- Androcles and the Lion (1984) as Ferrovius
- Krull (1983) as Cyclops
- Hawk the Slayer (1980) as Gort, the Giant
- Terry and June (1979) as Morris
- The Fifth Musketeer (1979) as Bernard
- An Audience with... (1978) as Self
- Jabberwocky (1977) as The Landlord
- Joseph Andrews (1977) as Parson Trulliber
- Joseph Andrews (1977) as Parson Trulliber (uncredited)
- That's Carry On! (1977) as Various Characters (archive footage)
- Carry On Laughing (1975) as Sir Pureheart
- Carry On Laughing (1975) as Starkers
- Carry On Laughing (1975) as Sir Lancelot
- Carry On Laughing (1975) as Klanger
- Carry On Laughing (1975) as Dr. Pavingstone
- One of Our Dinosaurs Is Missing (1975) as Fan Choy
- Carry On Behind (1975) as Arthur Upmore
- Carry On Dick (1974) as Sir Roger Daley
- Vampira (1974) as Pottinger
- Men of Affairs (1973) as Hall Porter
- Carry On Girls (1973) as Peter Potter
- Carry on Christmas (1973) as Bodkin Pod / Camp Aristocrat / Darts Player / Captain Ffing-Burke / Ballerina / Little John / Constable
- What a Carry On! (1973)
- Sykes (1972) as Johnny Brunswick
- Carry On Abroad (1972) as Brother Bernard
- Carry On Matron (1972) as Ernie Bragg
- Blinker's Spy-Spotter (1972) as South
- Carry On at Your Convenience (1971) as Bernie Hulke
- Up Pompeii (1971) as Gorgo
- The Magnificent Seven Deadly Sins (1971) as Mr. Violet (segment "Avarice")
- The Goodies (1970) as Zookeeper in Charge of the Monster House
- Spring and Port Wine (1970) as Lorry Driver
- Carry On Loving (1970) as Gripper Burke
- Carry On Up the Jungle (1970) as Upsidasi
- Carry On Again Christmas (1970) as Rollicky Bill / Long John Silver
- Carry On Camping (1969) as Bernie Lugg
- Carry On Christmas Specials (1969)
- Moon Zero Two (1969) as Harry
- Carry On Christmas (1969) as Various Characters
- Ooh La La! (1968)
- Mum's Boys (1968)
- Carry On Up the Khyber (1968) as Bungdit Din
- Carry On Doctor (1967) as Mr. Ken Biddle
- Follow That Camel (1967) as Sheikh Abdul Abulbul
- Doctor Who: The Ice Warriors (1967) as Varga
- Carry On Screaming! (1966) as Sockett
- Morgan: A Suitable Case for Treatment (1966) as Policeman
- Carry On Cowboy (1965) as Little Heap
- Theatre 625 (1964) as Stoker
- A Midsummer Night's Dream (1964) as Snout
- Doctor Who (1963) as Varga, The Ice Warrior
- Espionage (1963) as Chief Madkeeper
- It's All Happening (1963) as Parsons
- Z-Cars (1962)
- Armchair Mystery Theatre (1960) as Stephen
- Our House (1960)
- Alice Through the Looking Box (1960) as March Hare
- Meet The Champ (1960)
- Carry On Nurse (1959) as Ted York's Feet (uncredited)
- The Ugly Duckling (1959) as Henry Jekyll / Teddy Hyde
- Too Many Crooks (1959) as Snowdrop
- Blood of the Vampire (1958) as Tall Sneak Thief
- The Bernard Bresslaw Show (1958)
- I Only Arsked (1958) as Excused Boots Bisley
- The Army Game (1957) as Private 'Popeye' Popplewell
- High Tide at Noon (1957) as Tom Robey
- Armchair Theatre (1956) as Jackie Paganuzzi
- Satellite in the Sky (1956) as Technician (uncredited)
- Up in the World (1956) as Williams (uncredited)
- The Adventures of Robin Hood (1955) as Sir Dunstan's Captain
- The Sooty Show (1955) as Himself
- The Glass Cage (1955) as Ivan The Terrible
- The Men of Sherwood Forest (1954) as Garth
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Bernard Bresslaw best known for?
Bernard Bresslaw is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Due West: Our Sex Journey (2012), Virtual Murder (1992), Krull (1983), Hawk the Slayer (1980).
When and where was Bernard Bresslaw born?
Bernard Bresslaw was born on February 25, 1934 in Stepney, London, England, UK. They passed away on June 11, 1993.
How many credits does Bernard Bresslaw have?
Bernard Bresslaw has accumulated over 81 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1954 to 2010.
What is Bernard Bresslaw's background in cinema and television?
Bernard Bresslaw was a male actor born in Stepney, London, England, UK. He was born on February 25, 1934. Bresslaw's acting career spanned multiple mediums, including film, television, and stage. He is known for his work in the "Carry On" films and television series such as "The Army Game" and "The Bernard Bresslaw Sho...
Bernard Bresslaw by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Doctor Who (1963) as Varga, The Ice Warrior — aged about 29
- The Goodies (1970) as Zookeeper in Charge of the Monster House — aged about 36
- Carry On Again Christmas (1970) as Rollicky Bill / Long John Silver — aged about 36
- Z-Cars (1962) — aged about 28
- Theatre 625 (1964) as Stoker — aged about 30
- Virtual Murder (1992) as Lithgow — aged about 58
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