Howard Lew Lewis
Biography
Howard Lew Lewis was an English comedian and actor. He was born on August 21, 1941, in London, England. Lewis worked in computing and telecommunications at a managerial level before pursuing acting as his chosen career. He appeared in various vehicles, including those for Ronnie Barker, and was part of the first series of Blackadder. Lewis's film roles included parts in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, Brazil, Chaplin, and he voiced Obelix in a 1994 animated film. He is also known for his roles in the sitcoms Brush Strokes and Maid Marian and Her Merry Men. Lewis passed away on January 20, 2018, at the age of 76.
Career overview
Howard Lew Lewis was a British comedian and actor. He is best known for his roles in the 1980s sitcom Brush Strokes and Tony Robinson's children's comedy series Maid Marian and Her Merry Men. Lewis's career in acting began after working in computing and telecommunications at a managerial level.
He often appeared in projects with Ronnie Barker, including The Magnificent Evans and Open All Hours. Lewis also appeared in the first series of Blackadder. His film roles included a guard in Terry Gilliam's Brazil, a role in Richard Attenborough's Chaplin, and the voice of a character in a 1994 animated film. In Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, he played the role of Hal.
Howard Lew Lewis's acting credits span multiple projects, with a total of 31 known credits. His work in the entertainment industry showcased his versatility as a comedian and actor, with appearances in both television and film.
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Full Filmography
31 titles- Small Town Folk (2007) as Knackerman #1
- The Baby Juice Express (2004) as Kent
- Keen Eddie (2003)
- Chaos and Cadavers (2003) as Cabbie
- Quills (2000) as First Vendor
- The Tichborne Claimant (1999) as The Hotel Manager
- Gobble (1997) as Fat Bloke
- Shadowlands (1993) as Tea Room Waiter
- Chaplin (1992) as Workhouse Official
- Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (1991) as Hal
- Noel's House Party (1991)
- Maid Marian and Her Merry Men (1989) as Rabies
- Chelmsford 123 (1988) as Blag
- Strife (1988) as William Scantlebury
- Brush Strokes (1986) as Elmo Putney
- Mr Pye (1986) as Mr Rice
- Mr. Pye (1986) as Mr. Rice
- Brewers Droop (1986) as Voice
- Screen Two (1985) as Wandsworth Prison Officer
- Brazil (1985) as Black Maria Guard
- Theatre Night (1985) as William Scantlebury
- Knockback: 1 (1985) as Wandsworth Prison Officer
- Rachel and the Roarettes (1985) as Eustace
- The Bill (1984)
- The Magnificent Evans (1984) as Bridegroom
- Reilly: Ace of Spies (1983) as Rowhedge
- Blackadder (1983) as Mr. Applebottom
- Fords on Water (1983) as Man in Toilets
- Minder (1979) as Ronnie Aldridge
- Pennies from Heaven (1978) as Policeman
- Open All Hours (1976) as Byron
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Howard Lew Lewis is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including All the Way Boys (1972), Quills (2000), Shadowlands (1993), Chaplin (1992).
When and where was Howard Lew Lewis born?
Howard Lew Lewis was born on August 21, 1941 in London, England. They passed away on January 20, 2018.
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Howard Lew Lewis has accumulated over 31 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1976 to 2007.
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Howard Lew Lewis was an English comedian and actor. He was born on August 21, 1941, in London, England. Lewis worked in computing and telecommunications at a managerial level before pursuing acting as his chosen career. He appeared in various vehicles, including those for Ronnie Barker, and was part of the first series...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Blackadder (1983) as Mr. Applebottom — aged about 41
- Open All Hours (1976) as Byron — aged about 34
- Brazil (1985) as Black Maria Guard — aged about 43
- Pennies from Heaven (1978) as Policeman — aged about 36
- Chaplin (1992) as Workhouse Official — aged about 50
- Noel's House Party (1991) — aged about 49
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