John Irvin
Biography
John Irvin works in directing. Born May 7, 1940 in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England, UK. Died August 11, 2026. Archytele tracks 53 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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53 titles- Natalie Wood: What Remains Behind (2020) as Self
- The Big Meeting (2019) as Self
- Mandela's Gun (2016) Director
- Garden of Eden (2008) Director
- The Moon and the Stars (2007) Director
- The Fine Art of Love: Mine Ha-Ha (2005) Director
- Dot.Kill (2005) Director
- The Boys & Girl from County Clare (2003) Director
- The Fourth Angel (2001) Director
- Shiner (2000) Director
- Noah's Ark (1999) Director
- When Trumpets Fade (1998) Director
- City of Industry (1997) Director
- Crazy Horse (1996) Director
- A Month by the Lake (1995) Director
- Widows' Peak (1994) Director
- Freefall (1994) Director
- Robin Hood (1991) Director
- Eminent Domain (1991) Director
- Next of Kin (1989) Director
- Hamburger Hill (1987) Director
- Raw Deal (1986) Director
- Turtle Diary (1985) Director
- Champions (1984) Director
- Down at the Hydro (1983) Director
- All for Love (1982) Director
- Ghost Story (1981) Director
- The Dogs of War (1980) Director
- Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (1979) Director
- Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (1979) Creator
- Life at Stake (1978) Director
- You Are My Heart's Delight (1978) Director
- Alphabetical Order (1978) Director
- The Sunday Drama (1977) Director
- Childhood (1977) Director
- Hard Times (1977) Director
- The Proofing Session (1977) Director
- Haunted: The Ferryman (1974) Director
- The Nearly Man (1974) Director
- Film '72 (1971) as Self
- Medieval England: The Peasants' Revolt (1969) Director
- Medieval England: The Peasants' Revolt (1969) Writer
- Tomorrow Night in London (1969) Director
- ITV Playhouse (1967) Director
- One Pair of Eyes (1967) Director
- Bedtime (1967) Director
- Mafia No! (1967) Director
- Five More (1966) Director
- Five More (1966) Writer
- Go Go Go Said the Bird (1966) Director
- Carousella (1966) Director
- Gala Day (1963) Director
- Gala Day (1963) Writer
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is John Irvin best known for?
John Irvin is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Captain Tsubasa (1983), City of Industry (1997), Widows' Peak (1994), Robin Hood (1991).
When and where was John Irvin born?
John Irvin was born on May 7, 1940 in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England, UK. They passed away on August 11, 2026.
How many credits does John Irvin have?
John Irvin has accumulated over 53 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1963 to 2020.
What is John Irvin's background in cinema and television?
John Irvin (7 May 1940 — 11 August 2026) was a British film director. Born in Newcastle upon Tyne, he began his career by directing a number of documentaries and television works, including the BBC adaptation of John le Carré's Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy. He also made several action films in the 1980s including The D...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Film '72 (1971) as Self — aged about 31
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