Dennis Chinnery
Biography
Dennis Chinnery was a British actor born in Romford, Essex, to Arthur F Chinnery and his wife Do. Following National service in the navy, he studied acting at RADA and graduated in 1949. His theatre work included appearances at the Old Vic, and he became noted for his performances in television. His numerous television credits included Hancock's Half Hour, Dixon of Dock Green, Z-Cars, Softly, Softly, The Saint, The Avengers, The Prisoner, The Champions, Public Eye, Special Branch, Oh, Brother!, The Laughter of a Fool, Thriller, and Survivors. He also appeared in three Doctor Who serials, namely The Chase, Genesis of the Daleks, and The Twin Dilemma. The character Dr Chinnery in The League of Gentlemen was named after him. He was born on May 14, 1927, and died on February 29, 2012, at the age of 84.
Career overview
Dennis Chinnery was a British actor born in Romford, Essex, to Arthur F Chinnery and his wife. Following national service in the navy, he studied acting at RADA and graduated in 1949. His early career included theatre work with appearances at the Old Vic.
Known primarily for his performances in television, Chinnery accumulated numerous credits over his career. His television appearances included Hancock's Half Hour, Dixon of Dock Green, Z-Cars, Softly, Softly, The Saint, The Avengers, The Prisoner, The Champions, Public Eye, Special Branch, Oh, Brother!, The Laughter of a Fool, Thriller, and Survivors. In addition to these programmes, he appeared in three Doctor Who serials, which were The Chase, Genesis of the Daleks, and The Twin Dilemma.
His contribution to television was noted to the extent that the character Dr Chinnery in The League of Gentlemen was named after him. Born on May 14, 1927, Chinnery passed away on February 29, 2012, at the age of 84.
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46 titles- Bullseye! (1990) as Vault Guard
- Conspiracy (1989) as TV Presenter
- Mapp & Lucia (1985) as Mr McConnell, Gazette Editor
- Doctor Who: The Twin Dilemma (1984) as Sylvest
- Reilly: Ace of Spies (1983) as Markstein
- Lady Killers (1980) as Albert Burton
- 'That Crazy Woman' (1980) as Counsel
- Mr and Mrs Bureaucrat (1978) as Someone
- BBC2 Play of the Week (1977) as Someone
- Target (1977) as Manning
- Rogue Male (1976) as Tube Passenger
- The Naked Civil Servant (1975) as Business Man
- Doctor Who: Genesis of the Daleks (1975) as Gharman
- The Crazy Kill (1975) as Sergeant
- Crown Court (1972) as Inspector Mortlock
- New Scotland Yard (1972) as John Remick
- Thrills Galore (1972) as Harry
- The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes (1971) as Morey
- Percy (1971) as Newsreader
- Manhunt (1970) as Ramaud
- The Misfit (1970) as Committee Member
- All the Way Up (1970) as Makepeace's Chauffeur
- Crossplot (1969) as First Reporter
- The Body Stealers (1969) as Control Officer
- The Champions (1968) as Bridges
- Rogues' Gallery (1968) as Mr. 'Town'
- Game, Set and Match (1968) as Station Sergeant
- The Interview (1968)
- The Prisoner (1967) as Gunther
- The Plague of the Zombies (1966) as Constable Christian
- Public Eye (1965) as Creeley
- Doctor Who: The Chase (1965) as Albert C Richardson
- Theatre 625 (1964) as Allbright
- A Wicked World (1964) as Delgrove
- Doctor Who (1963) as Sylvest
- Doctor Who (1963) as Gharman
- Doctor Who (1963) as Albert C. Richardson
- The Saint (1962) as Carson
- The Avengers (1961) as Dobson
- The Thought of Tomorrow (1959) as Keith Bradley
- Hour of Decision (1957) as Studio Photographer
- Hancock's Half Hour: Volume 1 (1957) as Pilot
- Hancock's Half Hour (1956) as First Officer
- The Embezzler (1954) as Bank Clerk
- Delayed Action (1954) as Bank cashier
- Escape by Night (1953) as Reporter
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Dennis Chinnery best known for?
Dennis Chinnery is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Mapp & Lucia (1985), Reilly: Ace of Spies (1983), Take a Hard Ride (1975), Target (1977).
When and where was Dennis Chinnery born?
Dennis Chinnery was born on May 14, 1927 in Romford, Essex, England, UK. They passed away on February 29, 2012.
How many credits does Dennis Chinnery have?
Dennis Chinnery has accumulated over 46 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1953 to 1990.
What is Dennis Chinnery's background in cinema and television?
Dennis Chinnery was a British actor born in Romford, Essex, to Arthur F Chinnery and his wife Do. Following National service in the navy, he studied acting at RADA and graduated in 1949. His theatre work included appearances at the Old Vic, and he became noted for his performances in television. His numerous television...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Public Eye (1965) as Creeley — aged about 38
- Doctor Who (1963) as Sylvest — aged about 36
- Doctor Who (1963) as Gharman — aged about 36
- Doctor Who (1963) as Albert C. Richardson — aged about 36
- The Avengers (1961) as Dobson — aged about 34
- The Prisoner (1967) as Gunther — aged about 40
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