David Haig
Biography
David Haig Collum Ward is an English actor and writer born on September 20, 1955, in Aldershot, Hampshire. Recognized for his versatility, he has portrayed a wide range of characters across various social classes in dramatic, comedic, and serio-comic roles. Throughout a career spanning over two decades, he has performed in numerous film and television productions. His professional achievements include winning an Olivier Award for his acting work and a FIPA Award for his writing. In addition to his screen credits, Haig has held prominent roles in various stage productions throughout London's West End.
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Full Filmography
66 titles- Pressure (2026) Theatre Play
- Pressure (2026) Writer
- Étoile (2025) as Nicholas
- COBRA (2020) as Archie Glover-Morgan
- Downton Abbey (2019) as Mr Wilson
- One Red Nose Day and a Wedding (2019) as Bernard
- Killing Eve (2018) as Bill
- Killing Eve (2018) as Bill Pargrave
- Urban Myths (2017) as George Frideric Handel
- National Theatre Live: Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead (2017) as The Player
- The Witness for the Prosecution (2016) as Sir Charles Carter
- Florence Foster Jenkins (2016) as Carlo Edwards
- There's Something About Romcoms (2016) as Self
- Penny Dreadful (2014) as Oscar Putney
- Yes, Prime Minister (2013) as Prime Minister Jim Hacker
- The Wright Way (2013) as Gerald Wright
- The Michael Ball Show (2010) as Self
- Mo (2010) as Jon Norton
- The 39 Steps (2008) as Sir George Sinclair
- Dustbin Baby (2008) as Elliot
- Dickens' Secret Lover (2008) as Charles Dickens
- My Boy Jack (2007) as Rudyard Kipling
- My Boy Jack (2007) Writer
- Mr. Bean's Wedding (2007) as Bride's Father
- A for Andromeda (2006) as General Vandenberg
- The Thick of It (2005) as Steve Fleming
- Agatha Christie's Marple (2004) as Major Hugh Horton
- Hustle (2004) as Sir Anthony Reeves
- Timequest (2003) as Clint Hill
- Two Weeks Notice (2002) as Howard Wade
- Crime and Punishment (2002) as Luzhin
- Ivor the Invisible (2001) as Park Keeper (voice)
- Station Jim (2001) as Riorden Jnr
- The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Tales of Innocence (1999) as Col. Bonnet
- Talking Heads 2 (1998)
- Midsomer Murders (1997) as George Jeffers
- Keeping Mum (1997) as Richard Beare
- Never Mind the Horrocks (1996)
- The Thin Blue Line (1995) as Detective Inspector Derek Grim
- Wycliffe (1994) as David Miller
- Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994) as Bernard the Groom - Wedding Two
- Love on a Branch Line (1994) as Lionel Virley
- Nice Day at the Office (1994)
- Cracker (1993) as Graham
- Soldier Soldier (1991) as Major Tom Cadman
- The Darling Buds of May (1991) as Captain Robert Battersby
- Chancer (1990) as Dr. Haselden
- Portrait of a Marriage (1990) as Harold Nicolson
- Campion (1989) as Cully Randall
- Campion (1989) as Guffy Randall
- Hannay (1988)
- Talking Heads (1988) as Wilfred Paterson
- Inspector Morse (1987) as Peter Rhodes
- The Cold War Killers (1986) as Colin Jenkins
- The Alamut Ambush (1986) as Colin Jenkins
- Morons from Outer Space (1985) as Palatial House Flunkey
- Dark Enemy (1984) as Ash
- Dramarama (1983) as Bill Brock
- Chessgame (1983) as Colin Jenkins
- A Flame to the Phoenix (1983) as Mirek Grabinski
- Diamonds (1981) as Alex Randolph
- Doctor Who: The Leisure Hive (1980) as Pangol
- Blake's 7 (1978) as Forres
- The Moon Stallion (1978) as Todman
- Doctor Who (1963) as Pangol
- Eloise
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is David Haig best known for?
David Haig is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Pressure (2026), Pressure (2026), Downton Abbey (2019), Killing Eve (2018).
When and where was David Haig born?
David Haig was born on September 20, 1955 in Aldershot, Hampshire, England, UK.
How many credits does David Haig have?
David Haig has accumulated over 66 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1963 to 2026.
What is David Haig's background in cinema and television?
David Haig Collum Ward is an English actor and writer born on September 20, 1955, in Aldershot, Hampshire. Recognized for his versatility, he has portrayed a wide range of characters across various social classes in dramatic, comedic, and serio-comic roles. Throughout a career spanning over two decades, he has performe...
David Haig by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- The Thick of It (2005) as Steve Fleming — aged about 49
- Killing Eve (2018) as Bill — aged about 62
- Killing Eve (2018) as Bill Pargrave — aged about 62
- The Darling Buds of May (1991) as Captain Robert Battersby — aged about 35
- Inspector Morse (1987) as Peter Rhodes — aged about 31
- Doctor Who (1963) as Pangol — aged about 7
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