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Colin McCormack

Acting Born Dec 2, 1941 Cardiff, Wales, UK 24 credits

Biography

John Colin McCormack (2 December 1941 – 19 June 2004) was a Welsh actor who enjoyed success in classical stage performances and television shows including BBC TV's Dixon of Dock Green, a show he returned to twenty years later when he played a police constable. McCormack also appeared in several feature films during his career.

McCormack was probably best known for his recurring role as Alan in the 1984 science fiction series Chocky and for playing Kevin Masters in EastEnders.

McCormack's electric presence and square jaw coupled with his imposing athletic build usually saw him typecast as a soldier or policeman. He nonetheless appeared in a wide range of roles including Man About the House, The Good Life and Yes Minister. He also tutored and coached at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama where his students included Ewan McGregor, Daniel Craig and Damian Lewis.

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Full filmography

  • Casualty (1986) as Gregory Newman
  • Doctor Who (1963) as Commander
  • The Professionals (1977) as Inspector
  • The Professionals (1977) as Edwards
  • A Touch of Frost (1992) as Caretaker
  • Theatre 625 (1964)
  • The Sweeney (1975) as David Wade
  • Thriller (1973) as Peter
  • Pie in the Sky (1994) as Melchett
  • Van der Valk (1972) as Sailor
  • Public Eye (1965) as Bookshop Manager
  • Justice (1971) as Policeman
  • The Chief (1990) as Asst. Chief Constable Peter Leech
  • Centre Play (1973) as Telephone Caller (voice)
  • Terry and June (1979) as Nigel
  • Terry and June (1979) as Store Manager
  • Terry and June (1979) as Jack
  • First Knight (1995) as Sir Mador
  • New Scotland Yard (1972) as DS Edge
  • The Gentle Touch (1980)
  • Spender (1991) as Staff Sergeant Bob Bamford
  • Warship (1973)
  • The Good Life (1975) as Mr. Batty
  • Man About the House (1973) as Policeman