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David Warbeck

Acting Born Nov 17, 1941 Died Jul 23, 1997 Christchurch, New Zealand 49 credits
49
Total Credits
1970–1998
29 Years Career Span
20
Vault Titles
10
Key Co-Stars

Biography

David Warbeck was an actor and model born David Mitchell on November 17, 1941, in Christchurch, New Zealand. He was best known for his film roles throughout Europe, particularly appearing in European exploitation and horror films. During his career, he accumulated forty-eight known acting credits. Warbeck passed away on July 23, 1997, in London, England. Additionally, he claimed that for many years he received payment to serve as a standby or backup double for James Bond, under the condition that he remain silent about the arrangement and stay prepared to film at any time if Moore abandoned the role or threatened to do so.

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Career

Career overview

David Warbeck was an actor and model born in Christchurch, New Zealand, on November 17, 1941. He was best known for his film roles throughout Europe, specifically for his work in European exploitation and horror films. Over the course of his acting career, he amassed 48 known credits.

In addition to his credited film work, Warbeck claimed that for many years he received payment to serve as a standby or backup double for James Bond, under the condition that he remain silent about the arrangement and be prepared to film at any time should the actor holding the role leave or threaten to leave the part.

David Warbeck passed away in London, England, on July 23, 1997.

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Frequent co-stars

Career timeline

Razor Blade Smile
PervirellaSudden Fury
Fatal FramesFable
Sick-o-pathics
The World of Hammer
Karate Warrior 6Dangerous AttractionBreakfast With Dracula
Golden Kimono Warrior: War Against the SkinheadsKarate Warrior 4Karate Warrior 5Mean Tricks
Arizona Road
Karate Rock
Rat ManDomino
Treasure Island in Outer Space
Formula for a MurderMiami Golem
LassiterLassiterThe Ark of the Sun God
PanicThe Hunters of the Golden CobraTiger Joe
The BeyondThe Black Cat
The Last HunterInvasion: UFOThe Minister's Money
Minder
A Common Sense of Modesty
Cry, Onion!
Not on Your NellieCrazeOnly a Scream Away
ThrillerThe Sex ThiefBlack SnakeWolfshead: The Legend of Robin Hood
Duck, You SuckerTwins of EvilWill Amelia Quint Continue Writing 'A Gnome Called Shorthouse'?Journey to Murder
UFOMy Lover, My SonTrog

Full Filmography

49 titles
  • Razor Blade Smile (1998) as The Horror Movie Man
  • Pervirella (1997) as Amicus Reilly
  • Sudden Fury (1997) as Pike
  • Fatal Frames (1996) as Commissioner Bonelli
  • Fable (1996) as Padre di Alfonso
  • Sick-o-pathics (1995) as Dr. Loonies
  • The World of Hammer (1994) as Self (archive footage)
  • Karate Warrior 6 (1993) as John's Dad / Sheriff
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  • Dangerous Attraction (1993) as Lanfranco De Molinis
  • Breakfast With Dracula (1993) as Sheriff
  • Golden Kimono Warrior: War Against the Skinheads (1992) as Lt. Alfred Jones
  • Karate Warrior 4 (1992) as John's Dad / Sheriff
  • Karate Warrior 5 (1992)
  • Mean Tricks (1992)
  • Arizona Road (1991) as FBI-Agent
  • Karate Rock (1990) as John Foster
  • Rat Man (1988) as Fred Williams
  • Domino (1988) as Blind
  • Treasure Island in Outer Space (1987) as Dr. Livesy
  • Formula for a Murder (1985) as Craig
  • Miami Golem (1985) as Craig Milford
  • Lassiter (1984) as Muller
  • Lassiter (1984) as Agent
  • The Ark of the Sun God (1984) as Rick Spear
  • Panic (1982) as Captain Kirk
  • The Hunters of the Golden Cobra (1982) as Bob Jackson
  • Tiger Joe (1982) as 'Tiger' Joe
  • The Beyond (1981) as John McCabe
  • The Black Cat (1981) as Inspector Gorley
  • The Last Hunter (1980) as Captain Henry Morris
  • Invasion: UFO (1980) as Skydive Commander
  • The Minister's Money (1980) as James Miles
  • Minder (1979) as Roger Collins
  • A Common Sense of Modesty (1976) as Lady Chatterley's Lover (uncredited)
  • Cry, Onion! (1975) as Villain with Sunglasses (uncredited)
  • Not on Your Nellie (1974) as Fashion Photographer
  • Craze (1974) as Detective Wilson
  • Only a Scream Away (1974) as Robert Miller
  • Thriller (1973) as Robert Miller
  • The Sex Thief (1973) as Grant Henry
  • Black Snake (1973) as Sir Charles Walker
  • Wolfshead: The Legend of Robin Hood (1973) as Robert of Locksley
  • Duck, You Sucker (1971) as Sean Nolan
  • Twins of Evil (1971) as Anton Hoffer
  • Will Amelia Quint Continue Writing 'A Gnome Called Shorthouse'? (1971) as Nico
  • Journey to Murder (1971) as Chris
  • UFO (1970) as Skydiver Captain
  • My Lover, My Son (1970) as Kenworthy (uncredited)
  • Trog (1970) as Alan Davis

Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is David Warbeck best known for?

David Warbeck is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Brave Son of India: Maharana Pratap (2013), Due West: Our Sex Journey (2012), Karate Rock (1990), Treasure Island in Outer Space (1987).

When and where was David Warbeck born?

David Warbeck was born on November 17, 1941 in Christchurch, New Zealand. They passed away on July 23, 1997.

How many credits does David Warbeck have?

David Warbeck has accumulated over 49 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1970 to 1998.

What is David Warbeck's background in cinema and television?

David Warbeck was an actor and model born David Mitchell on November 17, 1941, in Christchurch, New Zealand. He was best known for his film roles throughout Europe, particularly appearing in European exploitation and horror films. During his career, he accumulated forty-eight known acting credits. Warbeck passed away o...

David Warbeck by the numbers

49credits
43films
6TV series
1970–1998active years

Age in their best-rated roles

  • UFO (1970) as Skydiver Captain — aged about 28
  • Duck, You Sucker (1971) as Sean Nolan — aged about 29
  • Minder (1979) as Roger Collins — aged about 37
  • Thriller (1973) as Robert Miller — aged about 31
  • The Beyond (1981) as John McCabe — aged about 39
  • The World of Hammer (1994) as Self (archive footage) — aged about 52

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