Michael Attwell
Biography
Michael Attwell was an English film and television actor. He was born in Watford, Hertfordshire, England, on January 16, 1943. Attwell was often cast as heavies and laconic hardmen due to his bulk and imposing height. He is possibly best known for his role as Kenny Beale in the television soap opera EastEnders. Attwell had a career spanning multiple credits, with a total of 49 known credits. He passed away on March 18, 2006, at the age of 63.
Career overview
Michael Attwell was an English film and television actor. He was often cast in roles that utilized his physical presence, including heavies and hardmen. This casting choice was likely due to his imposing height and bulk.
Attwell's career spanned multiple credits, with a total of 49 known credits. He appeared in various film and television productions, although specific titles and roles are not specified in available information. His most notable role is possibly as Kenny Beale in the television soap opera EastEnders.
Attwell's career was marked by his ability to portray physically imposing characters. His height and build were likely assets in securing these roles. The available information does not provide further details on his career or specific performances.
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Full Filmography
49 titles- Hotel Babylon (2006)
- Missing (2006) as Mr. Greenside
- Missing: All Secrets Have a Price (2006)
- The Long Bank Holiday (2004) as Billy Clemens
- The Last Detective (2003)
- Seven Wonders of the Industrial World (2003) as William Hope
- Daniel Deronda (2002) as Reverend Gascoigne
- High Heels and Low Lifes (2001) as Duty Sergeant
- Bodywork (2001) as David Leer
- Border Cafe (2000) as 'Edwardian' Clive Bruton
- Circus (2000) as Magnus
- Hostile Waters (1997) as Kuzmenko
- Silent Witness (1996) as Josef Quayle
- Poldark (1996) as George Warleggan
- Bugs (1995) as Moore
- Joseph (1995) as Judah
- Wycliffe (1994) as DCC Stevens
- Pie in the Sky (1994) as Michael
- Anna Lee (1994) as Robert Thurman / Charlie McKinnon
- Tom & Viv (1994) as W.I. Janes
- Lie Down with Lions (1994) as Bazarov (as Mike Attwell)
- Harry (1993) as Roger
- Scarlet and Black (1993) as Monsieur Valenod
- Then Churchill Said to Me (1993)
- Heartbeat (1992) as Bob Acott
- Redemption (1991) as Oliver Rowntree
- The Paradise Club (1989) as Johnny Ivory
- The Tenth Man (1988) as Krogh
- Inspector Morse (1987) as Parsons
- Crossbow (1987)
- Never Say Die (1987)
- Gentry (1987) as Slatter
- Casualty (1986) as Sam Jones
- Labyrinth (1986) as Goblin (voice)
- Hangman (1986) as Hangman
- Oliver Twist (1985) as Bill Sikes
- Oliver Twist (1985) as Bill Sikes
- Doctor Who: Attack of the Cybermen (1985) as Bates
- The Bill (1984)
- Bergerac (1981) as Frank
- Only Fools and Horses (1981) as English Man
- Minder (1979) as Harry
- Turtle's Progress (1979) as Razor Eddie
- Are You Being Served? (1972)
- The Root of All Evil? (1968) as Ron
- Doctor Who: The Ice Warriors (1967) as Isbur
- Doctor Who (1963) as Ice Warrior Isbur
- Doctor Who (1963) as Bates
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Krogh
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Michael Attwell best known for?
Michael Attwell is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Hotel Babylon (2006), The Misadventures of Sheriff Lobo (1979), Daria (1997), 24 Hour Party People (2002).
When and where was Michael Attwell born?
Michael Attwell was born on January 16, 1943 in Watford, Hertfordshire, England. They passed away on March 18, 2006.
How many credits does Michael Attwell have?
Michael Attwell has accumulated over 49 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1951 to 2006.
What is Michael Attwell's background in cinema and television?
Michael Attwell was an English film and television actor. He was born in Watford, Hertfordshire, England, on January 16, 1943. Attwell was often cast as heavies and laconic hardmen due to his bulk and imposing height. He is possibly best known for his role as Kenny Beale in the television soap opera EastEnders. Attwell...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Krogh — aged about 8
- Pie in the Sky (1994) as Michael — aged about 51
- Joseph (1995) as Judah — aged about 52
- Only Fools and Horses (1981) as English Man — aged about 38
- Inspector Morse (1987) as Parsons — aged about 44
- Doctor Who (1963) as Ice Warrior Isbur — aged about 20
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