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Mark Wing-Davey

Acting Born Nov 30, 1948 London, England, UK 24 credits

Biography

Mark Wing-Davey is a respected British actor, director, and educator known for his contributions to both stage and screen. He gained prominence for his portrayal of Zaphod Beeblebrox in the original BBC television adaptation of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy." His performance as the eccentric and multi-headed President of the Galaxy added a charismatic and offbeat dimension to the character. Beyond his acting, Wing-Davey has made significant strides as a theater director, particularly in experimental and contemporary productions. His contributions to the entertainment industry, both as an actor and director, have established him as a versatile and influential figure in the world of performing arts.

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Full filmography

  • NOVA (1974) as Joey's Father
  • Absolutely Fabulous (1992) as Malcolm
  • The Comic Strip Presents... (1982) as Party Guest
  • Thriller (1973) as Cater
  • Dempsey and Makepeace (1985) as Mark Savory
  • The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (1981) as Zaphod Beeblebrox
  • Chillers (1990) as Tom
  • The Modern World: Ten Great Writers (1988) as Franz Kafka (voice)
  • Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Colonel Miles
  • The Grey Zone (2001) as Schott
  • Chelmsford 123 (1988) as Triconus
  • Chelmsford 123 (1988) as Clupeus
  • A Question of Guilt (1980) as Thomas Edwin Bartlett
  • Breaking Glass (1980) as Fordyce
  • The Glittering Prizes (1976) as Mike Clode
  • Tumbledown (1988) as Adjutant Stewart Inglis
  • Red Letter Day (1976) as Terry
  • The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy (1981) as Zaphod Beeblbrox
  • One Against the Wind (1991) as Col. Miles Grant, Leggat's CO
  • An Englishman Abroad (1983) as Hamlet
  • Henry VI Part 3 (1983) as Earl of Warwick
  • Henry VI Part 1 (1983) as Earl of Warwick
  • Resurrected (1989) as Major Dunbar
  • Henry VI Part 2 (1983) as Earl of Warwick