Derek Martinus
Biography
Derek Martinus works in directing. Born April 4, 1931 in Ilford, Essex, England, UK. Died March 27, 2014. Archytele tracks 18 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
18 titles- Vargen (1984) Director
- Vargen (1984) Screenplay
- Blake's 7 (1978) Director
- Spearhead (1978) Director
- The Paper Lads (1977) Director
- In the Labyrinth (1976) Director
- Centre Play (1973) Director
- A Little Princess (1973) Director
- Doctor Who: Spearhead from Space (1970) Director
- The Expert (1968) Director
- Doctor Who: The Evil of the Daleks (1967) Director
- Doctor Who: The Ice Warriors (1967) Director
- Doctor Who: The Tenth Planet (1966) Director
- Doctor Who: Galaxy 4 (1965) Director
- Doctor Who: Mission to the Unknown (1965) Director
- Doctor Who (1963) Director
- Z-Cars (1962) Director
- Carry On Sergeant (1958) as Recruit
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Derek Martinus best known for?
Derek Martinus is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Blake's 7 (1978), JCVD (2008), The Paper Lads (1977), Centre Play (1973).
When and where was Derek Martinus born?
Derek Martinus was born on April 4, 1931 in Ilford, Essex, England, UK. They passed away on March 27, 2014.
How many credits does Derek Martinus have?
Derek Martinus has accumulated over 18 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1958 to 1984.
What is Derek Martinus's background in cinema and television?
Derek Buitenhuis (4 April 1931 – 27 March 2014), known professionally as Derek Martinus, was an English television and theatre director. Originally an actor, he directed episodes of Z-Cars and Doctor Who, for which he was best known. He also had a long career directing stage productions. For the BBC, he directed sever...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Carry On Sergeant (1958) as Recruit — aged about 27
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