Michael Armstrong
- Known For
- Writing
- Born
- July 24, 1944 in Bolton, Lancashire, England, UK
- Active Years
- 1969–2014 (46 Years)
- Total Credits
- 35 credits in database
Biography
Michael Armstrong is an English writer and director who was born on July 24, 1944, in Bolton, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom. He trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and was writing and directing films at the age of 22 with the award-winning short film The Image, which starred David Bowie and Michael Byrne. Armstrong is known for writing across his career, holding 27 known credits, and is also recognized as a British filmmaker and cinematographer.
Career overview
Michael Armstrong is an English writer and director who was born on July 24, 1944, in Bolton, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom. He trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. Armstrong was writing and directing films at the age of 22 with the award-winning short film The Image, which starred David Bowie and Michael Byrne. Within the film and television database, he is recognized for his writing work, holding a total of 27 known credits.
In addition to his writing credits, his career encompasses roles as a director and cinematographer. Across reference resources, he is identified as a British filmmaker. His professional background spans decades, beginning with his early work in short film direction during his youth and continuing through a sustained career in the entertainment industry as a writer and director.
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Full Filmography
35 titles- Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films (2014) as Self - Writer
- Mark of the Devil: Mark of the Times (2014) as Himself
- Cannon Fodder: The Making of Lifeforce (2013) as Self
- House of the Long Shadows... Revisited (2012)
- Tigon Tales of Terror (2005) as Himself
- Silent Night, Deadly Night Part 2 (1987) Original Music Composer
- Lifeforce (1985) Screenplay
- A Steven Wright Special (1985) Writer
- House of the Long Shadows (1983) Screenplay
- Screamtime (1983) Screenplay
- Screamtime (1983) Director
- The Best of the Adventures (1981) Writer
- Dreamhouse (1981) Writer
- Shoestring (1979) Writer
- Return of the Saint (1978) Story
- Adventures of a Plumber's Mate (1978) Casting
- The Professionals (1977) Writer
- The Black Panther (1977) Screenplay
- Adventures of a Private Eye (1977) Screenplay
- Adventures of a Private Eye (1977) Associate Producer
- Adventures of a Taxi Driver (1976) as Customer (uncredited)
- Adventures of a Taxi Driver (1976) Associate Producer
- It Could Happen to You (1976) Writer
- Eskimo Nell (1975) as Dennis Morrison
- Eskimo Nell (1975) Writer
- Three for All (1975) as Sylvester
- The Sex Thief (1973) as Sergeant Plinth
- The Sex Thief (1973) Writer
- Mark of the Devil Part II (1973) Writer
- Mark of the Devil (1970) Writer
- Mark of the Devil (1970) Director
- The Haunted House of Horror (1969) Director
- The Haunted House of Horror (1969) Screenplay
- The Image (1969) Director
- The Image (1969) Writer
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Michael Armstrong best known for?
Michael Armstrong is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Silent Night, Deadly Night Part 2 (1987), Lifeforce (1985), House of the Long Shadows (1983), Shoestring (1979).
When and where was Michael Armstrong born?
Michael Armstrong was born on July 24, 1944 in Bolton, Lancashire, England, UK .
How many credits does Michael Armstrong have?
Michael Armstrong has accumulated over 35 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1969 to 2014.
What is Michael Armstrong's background in cinema and television?
Michael Armstrong is an English writer and director who was born on July 24, 1944, in Bolton, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom. He trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and was writing and directing films at the age of 22 with the award-winning short film The Image, which starred David Bowie and Michael Byrne...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Sex Thief (1973) as Sergeant Plinth — aged about 28
- Adventures of a Taxi Driver (1976) as Customer (uncredited) — aged about 31
- Eskimo Nell (1975) as Dennis Morrison — aged about 30
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