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Bernard Gallagher

Acting Born Jan 1, 1929 Died Nov 27, 2016 Bradford, Yorkshire, England 55 credits
55
Total Credits
1956–2015
60 Years Career Span
28
Vault Titles
10
Key Co-Stars

Biography

Bernard Gallagher was a male actor born in Bradford, Yorkshire, England in 1929. He is known for his work in various television shows. Gallagher was born on January 1, 1929 and died on November 27, 2016 at the age of 87. He appeared in a number of notable television dramas, including Casualty, Crown Court, and Downton Abbey. Throughout his career, Gallagher accumulated 54 known credits.

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Career

Career overview

Bernard Gallagher was a British actor known for his work in television dramas. He began his acting career and gained recognition for his roles in several long-running BBC series. Gallagher's portrayal of Ewart Plimmer in the first three series of Casualty is notable, as is his appearance as Jonathan Fry, QC in Crown Court.

In addition to his work in these series, Gallagher also appeared in Downton Abbey as Bill Molesley. His acting credits span multiple television shows, with a total of 54 known credits. Gallagher's career in acting spanned many years, with his work appearing in a variety of television dramas.

Gallagher's birthplace was Bradford, West Yorkshire, England, and he was born in 1929. He passed away at the age of 87 in November 2016.

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Frequent co-stars

Career timeline

Together
The Trip
Downton Abbey
Heatwave
The Royal
Rose and Maloney
Murder in Mind
Bad Girls
Midsomer MurdersTouching EvilPhotographing Fairies
The Thin Blue Line
WycliffeCadfaelMonk's Hood
Peak Practice
Heartbeat
The ChiefThe Chief
Countdown to WarFirst and Last
The New StatesmanRockliffe's Babies
CasualtyFarrington of the F.O.Frankie and Johnnie
MoonfleetUnder the HammerArthur's Hallowed Ground
Reilly: Ace of SpiesRed Monarch
Shine on Harvey MoonObjects of AffectionRolling Home
BergeracLast Night Another Dissident...
The Imitation GameThe Adventures of Frank: Seeds of Ice
Casting the Runes
StrangersRed ShiftThe Safety Net
The ProfessionalsThe Eagle of the NinthLove on a Gunboat
The Duchess of Duke StreetBill Brand
The SweeneyNightingale's Boys
Jack Point
Crown CourtNew Scotland Yard
ITV PlayhouseInheritance

Full Filmography

55 titles
  • Together (2015) as Ern
  • The Trip (2011) as Steve's Dad
  • Downton Abbey (2010) as Bill Molesley
  • Heatwave (2005) as Bill Collins
  • The Royal (2003) as Alf Wilkinson
  • Rose and Maloney (2002) as Manny
  • Murder in Mind (2001) as Jimmy Greenham
  • Bad Girls (1999) as Judge Hardy
  • Midsomer Murders (1997) as Vernon Surtees
  • Touching Evil (1997) as CS Beecham
  • Photographing Fairies (1997) as Doctor
  • The Thin Blue Line (1995) as Mr. Glockenspiel
  • Wycliffe (1994) as Vic Garland
  • Cadfael (1994) as Gervase Bonel
  • Monk's Hood (1994)
  • Peak Practice (1993) as Arthur Bannerman
  • Heartbeat (1992) as Graham Weston
  • The Chief (1990) as Governor Miles
  • The Chief (1990) as Judge Leyton
  • Countdown to War (1989) as Greenwood
  • First and Last (1989) as Man on Beach
  • The New Statesman (1987) as Chief Whip
  • Rockliffe's Babies (1987) as CS Hodgkiss
  • Casualty (1986) as Ewart Plimmer
  • Farrington of the F.O. (1986) as John Wardley
  • Frankie and Johnnie (1986) as Police Superintendent
  • Moonfleet (1984) as Sexton Ratsey
  • Under the Hammer (1984) as Jim
  • Arthur's Hallowed Ground (1984) as George
  • Reilly: Ace of Spies (1983) as Huberhoff
  • Red Monarch (1983) as Vovka
  • Shine on Harvey Moon (1982) as Merrick
  • Objects of Affection (1982) as Harold
  • Rolling Home (1982) as Harold
  • Bergerac (1981) as Col. Measures
  • Last Night Another Dissident... (1981) as Stephanov
  • The Imitation Game (1980)
  • The Adventures of Frank: Seeds of Ice (1980) as Mr. Trolley
  • Casting the Runes (1979) as Derek Gayton
  • Strangers (1978) as Philip Franklin
  • Red Shift (1978) as Tom's Father
  • The Safety Net (1978)
  • The Professionals (1977) as Minister
  • The Eagle of the Ninth (1977) as Drusillus
  • Love on a Gunboat (1977) as Mr. Biffen
  • The Duchess of Duke Street (1976) as Enfield
  • Bill Brand (1976) as Walter Marland
  • The Sweeney (1975) as Desk Sergeant
  • Nightingale's Boys (1975) as Harry Selby
  • Jack Point (1973) as Faulkner
  • Crown Court (1972) as Jonathan Fry QC
  • New Scotland Yard (1972) as Jackson
  • ITV Playhouse (1967) as Derek Gayton
  • Inheritance (1967) as Nathan
  • Armchair Theatre (1956) as Henry

Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is Bernard Gallagher best known for?

Bernard Gallagher is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Trip (2011), Downton Abbey (2010), Mr. Holland's Opus (1995), Bull Durham (1988).

When and where was Bernard Gallagher born?

Bernard Gallagher was born on January 1, 1929 in Bradford, Yorkshire, England. They passed away on November 27, 2016.

How many credits does Bernard Gallagher have?

Bernard Gallagher has accumulated over 55 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1956 to 2015.

What is Bernard Gallagher's background in cinema and television?

Bernard Gallagher was a male actor born in Bradford, Yorkshire, England in 1929. He is known for his work in various television shows. Gallagher was born on January 1, 1929 and died on November 27, 2016 at the age of 87. He appeared in a number of notable television dramas, including Casualty, Crown Court, and Downton ...