Jesse Birdsall
Biography
Jesse Birdsall is an English actor born on 13 February 1963. He is known for his roles in various television shows and films. Birdsall's television credits include the BBC1 soap opera Eldorado, the adventure series Bugs, Footballers' Wives, and Hollyoaks, where he played the character of Fraser Black. He also appeared in The Bill as villain Ron Gregory. Birdsall's film credits include As If, Play for Today, and Annika. He has a total of 45 known credits in his acting career.
Career overview
Jesse Birdsall is an English actor born on February 13, 1963. He has appeared in various television shows and films throughout his career. Birdsall is known for his role in the BBC1 soap opera Eldorado, where he played the character Marcus Tandy.
In addition to his work in Eldorado, Birdsall has also appeared in the adventure series Bugs, where he played the character Nick Beckett from 1995 to 1999. He has also had roles in other television shows, including Footballers' Wives, where he played the character Roger Webb between 2004 and 2006, and Hollyoaks, where he played the character Fraser Black.
Birdsall's filmography also includes appearances in the films As If, Play for Today, and Annika. His acting credits span multiple genres and formats, showcasing his versatility as a performer. With a career spanning several decades, Birdsall has established himself as a talented and accomplished actor in the British entertainment industry.
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Full Filmography
48 titles- Riot on Redchurch Street - The Director's Cut (2025)
- The Pebble and the Boy (2021) as Ali
- Essex Boys: Law of Survival (2015) as Hemp
- New Tricks (2004) as Tony Morgan
- Foyle's War (2002) as Morris Crooks
- Footballers' Wives (2002) as Roger Webb
- Murder in Mind (2001) as Det. Supt. Mike Garrett
- As If (2001) as Paul
- Belonging (2000)
- Midsomer Murders (1997) as Harry Painter
- Midsomer Murders (1997) as Mike Johnson
- Blind Men (1997)
- Silent Witness (1996)
- September (1996) as Neil
- Rosamunde Pilcher: September (1996) as Neil
- Kavanagh Q.C. (1995) as Des Carter
- Bugs (1995) as Nicholas Beckett
- Bugs (1995) as Beckett
- Beyond Bedlam (1994) as Scott
- The Trial of Lord Lucan (1994) as Sgt. Baker
- Eldorado (1992) as Marcus Tandy
- The Ballad of Kid Divine: The Cockney Cowboy (1992) as Kid Divine
- Soldier Soldier (1991) as Cpl Terry Vine
- The Storyteller: Greek Myths (1991) as Aristaeus
- Getting It Right (1989) as Gavin Lamb
- Teams from Hell (1989)
- Bosses From Hell (1989)
- The Fear (1988) as Marty
- Wish You Were Here (1987) as Dave
- Casualty (1986) as Mike
- Casualty (1986) as Norman Kerr
- Revolution (1985) as Sgt Peasy
- We'll Support You Evermore (1985) as Soldier
- Shadey (1985) as Carl
- Annika (1984) as Pete Daniels
- Tales Out of School (1983) as Barry
- Birth of a Nation (1983) as Barry
- Walter and June (1983) as Youth in Park
- Shall I Be Mother? (1983) as Peter
- Tangiers (1982) as Naval Rating
- Remembrance (1982) as Matelot
- A Sudden Wrench (1982) as David
- The Squad (1980) as Len
- Bloody Kids (1980) as Ken's Gang 5
- Minder (1979) as Pope
- Quadrophenia (1979) as Aggressive Rocker (uncredited)
- Talkin' Blues (1977) as Ron
- Centre Play (1973) as Ron
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jesse Birdsall best known for?
Jesse Birdsall is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay (2008), Foyle's War (2002), Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992), Bull Durham (1988).
When and where was Jesse Birdsall born?
Jesse Birdsall was born on February 13, 1963.
How many credits does Jesse Birdsall have?
Jesse Birdsall has accumulated over 48 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1973 to 2025.
What is Jesse Birdsall's background in cinema and television?
Jesse Birdsall is an English actor born on 13 February 1963. He is known for his roles in various television shows and films. Birdsall's television credits include the BBC1 soap opera Eldorado, the adventure series Bugs, Footballers' Wives, and Hollyoaks, where he played the character of Fraser Black. He also appeared ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Murder in Mind (2001) as Det. Supt. Mike Garrett — aged about 38
- The Storyteller: Greek Myths (1991) as Aristaeus — aged about 28
- Foyle's War (2002) as Morris Crooks — aged about 39
- Silent Witness (1996) — aged about 33
- Midsomer Murders (1997) as Harry Painter — aged about 34
- Midsomer Murders (1997) as Mike Johnson — aged about 34
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