John Dair
Biography
John Dair works in acting. Born March 3, 1933 in Dundee, Scotland, UK. Archytele tracks 16 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
16 titles- Batman (1989) as Ricorso
- Porridge (1974) as Crusher
- The Detectives (1993) as Masseur
- Our Friends in the North (1996) as Charlie Dawson
- Jack the Ripper (1988) as Isenschmid
- Loch Ness (1996) as Macleash
- Filthy Rich & Catflap (1987) as BBC barman
- The Squad (1980) as Café Owner
- Yellowbeard (1983) as Big John
- Hear My Song (1991) as Derek
- Sharon and Elsie (1984) as Mick Wainwright
- Captain Jack (1999) as 1st Quaker Man
- Porridge (1979) as Samson
- Chicago Joe and the Showgirl (1990) as John
- Mr. Corbett's Ghost (1987)
- Sweet Nothing (1990) as Fat Man
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is John Dair best known for?
John Dair is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Batman (1989), Clerks (1994), The Detectives (1993), Ju-on: The Grudge (2002).
When and where was John Dair born?
John Dair was born on March 3, 1933 in Dundee, Scotland, UK.
How many credits does John Dair have?
John Dair has accumulated over 16 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1974 to 1999.
What is John Dair's background in cinema and television?
John Dair (3 March 1933 – 25 November 2005) was a Scottish actor who was best known for his role as Harry Grout’s bodyguard "Crusher" in the sitcom Porridge and as Charlie Dawson in the drama Our Friends in the North. Although born in Dundee, Scotland, Dair was a resident of London, England, for many years. He drove ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Porridge (1974) as Crusher — aged about 41
- Our Friends in the North (1996) as Charlie Dawson — aged about 63
- Batman (1989) as Ricorso — aged about 56
- Jack the Ripper (1988) as Isenschmid — aged about 55
- The Detectives (1993) as Masseur — aged about 60
- Filthy Rich & Catflap (1987) as BBC barman — aged about 54
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