Michael Elphick
Biography
Michael Elphick was an English actor known for his work on British television. He played the eponymous private investigator in the ITV series Boon and later Harry Slater in BBC's EastEnders. Elphick was also known for his trademark croaky voice. He was born on September 19, 1946, in Chichester, Sussex, England, UK. Elphick's acting career spanned multiple roles in film and television. He passed away on September 7, 2002, at the age of 55.
Career overview
Michael Elphick was an English actor known for his work on British television. He played the eponymous private investigator in the ITV series Boon. Elphick also appeared in the BBC series EastEnders, where he portrayed the character Harry Slater.
Elphick's distinctive voice, described as croaky, was a notable aspect of his acting style. His work on British television earned him recognition in the UK. The actor's career spanned multiple television series and roles, showcasing his versatility as a performer.
Elphick's life and career were marked by personal struggles, including a highly publicized addiction to alcohol. His death occurred on September 7, 2002, at the age of 55.
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Full Filmography
105 titles- Out of Bounds (2003) as Lionel Stubbs
- David Copperfield (1999) as Barkis
- The Fix (1997) as Peter Campling
- Streetwise (1996) as Narrator
- Modern Times (1995)
- Treasure Island (1995) as Billy Bones
- Richard III (1995) as 2nd Murderer
- Harry (1993) as Harry Salter
- The Ballad of Kid Divine: The Cockney Cowboy (1992) as Dr. Nathaniel Bonner
- Pebble Mill (1991) as Self
- Murder Most Horrid (1991) as Bill Todd
- Let Him Have It (1991) as Prison Officer Jack
- Stanley and the Women (1991) as Bert Hutchinson
- Buddy's Song (1991) as Des
- The Krays (1990) as George - Prisoner
- I Bought a Vampire Motorcycle (1990) as Inspector Cleaver
- Withnail & I (1987) as Jake
- Little Dorrit (1987) as Mr. Merdle
- Boon (1986) as Ken Boon
- Pirates (1986) as Sentry
- Valhalla (1986) as Udgaardsloki (voice)
- Super Gran (1985) as Roly Roofless
- Three Up, Two Down (1985) as Sam Tyler
- Hitler's SS: Portrait in Evil (1985) as Ernst Röhm
- The Supergrass (1985) as Constable Collins
- Which Side Are You On? (1985) as Narrator (voice)
- Bird Fancier (1985) as Joe Desmond
- Oxbridge Blues (1984) as Curly Bonaventura
- Ordeal by Innocence (1984) as Inspector Huish
- Memed My Hawk (1984) as Jabbar
- The Element of Crime (1984) as Fisher
- Much Ado About Nothing (1984) as Dogberry
- Pull The Other One (1984) as Sidney Mundy
- Arthur's Hallowed Ground (1984) as Len
- C.Q. (1984) as Norman
- Ennenstadt Europa – The Making of The Element of Crime (1984) as Self - Actor/Fisher
- Krull (1983) as Rhun (voice) (uncredited)
- Auf Wiedersehen, Pet (1983) as Magowan
- Curse of the Pink Panther (1983) as Valencia Police Chief
- Gorky Park (1983) as Pasha
- Privates on Parade (1983) as Sergeant Major Reg Drummond
- Bloomfield (1983) as Billy Gibbs
- Smiley's People (1982) as Detective Chief Inspector
- Pocketful of Dreams (1982) as Charlie
- Chains (1982) as Eddie
- Masada (1981) as Vettius
- Private Schulz (1981) as Gerhard Schulz
- The Elephant Man (1980) as Night Porter
- Cribb (1980) as Sol Herriott
- Shoestring (1979) as Pete Johnson
- Quadrophenia (1979) as Father
- Blue Remembered Hills (1979) as Peter
- The Knowledge (1979) as Gordon Weller
- Black Island (1979) as Jack Daker
- Hazell (1978) as Griffiths
- The First Great Train Robbery (1978) as Burgess
- Saturday, Sunday, Monday (1978) as Michel
- Cold Harbour (1978) as Barrister at Party
- Send in the Girls (1978) as Jimmy
- Red Shift (1978) as Thomas Venables
- The Odd Job (1978) as Raymonde
- The One and Only Phyllis Dixey (1978) as Wallace Parnell
- Hanging Around (1978) as Hank
- The Professionals (1977) as Sergeant Garbett
- The Sunday Drama (1977) as Ralph Winters
- This Year Next Year (1977) as Jack Shaw
- The Sound of Laughter (1977) as Ernie Randle
- Holding On (1977) as Charlie Wheelwright
- A Good Human Story (1977)
- Last Summer (1977) as Oscar
- The Ghosts of Motley Hall (1976) as Captain Narcissus Bullock
- Laurence Olivier Presents (1976) as Michel
- Play Things (1976) as Frank
- The Sweeney (1975) as Jimmy Fleet
- Three Men in a Boat (1975) as 2nd Porter
- Playhouse (1974) as Frank
- Playhouse (1974) as Charlie
- Playhouse (1974) as Eddie
- Norma (1974) as Norma's Friend
- Pig Bin (1974) as Policeman
- The Nearly Man (1974) as Ron Hibbert
- The Nearly Man (1974) as Ron Hibbert
- Orson Welles' Great Mysteries (1973) as Gorenflot
- Second City Firsts (1973) as Policeman
- O Lucky Man! (1973) as Man at Stag Party
- The Little Farm (1973) as Jack
- That Sinking Feeling (1973) as Chopper
- Crown Court (1972) as Simon Chase
- New Scotland Yard (1972) as Al Farmer
- New Scotland Yard (1972) as Joss Adrian
- Country Matters (1972) as Jack
- Justice (1971) as Peter Rodwell
- See No Evil (1971) as Gypsy Tom
- Man Charged (1971) as Robert Delmonds
- Play for Today (1970) as Peter
- The Misfit (1970) as Mike Halloran
- Cry of the Banshee (1970) as Burke
- The Buttercup Chain (1970) as The Driver
- The Betrayal (1969) as Tom
- Where's Jack? (1969) as Hogarth
- Hamlet (1969) as Captain
- ITV Playhouse (1967) as Norma's friend
- ITV Playhouse (1967) as Oscar
- Armchair Theatre (1956) as Robert Delmonds
- Armchair Theatre (1956) as Chopper - Best Man
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Michael Elphick best known for?
Michael Elphick is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including David Copperfield (1999), Modern Times (1995), Harry (1993), Pebble Mill (1991).
When and where was Michael Elphick born?
Michael Elphick was born on September 19, 1946 in Chichester, Sussex, England, UK. They passed away on September 7, 2002.
How many credits does Michael Elphick have?
Michael Elphick has accumulated over 105 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1956 to 2003.
What is Michael Elphick's background in cinema and television?
Michael Elphick was an English actor known for his work on British television. He played the eponymous private investigator in the ITV series Boon and later Harry Slater in BBC's EastEnders. Elphick was also known for his trademark croaky voice. He was born on September 19, 1946, in Chichester, Sussex, England, UK. Elp...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Modern Times (1995) — aged about 48
- The Sweeney (1975) as Jimmy Fleet — aged about 28
- The Elephant Man (1980) as Night Porter — aged about 33
- Cribb (1980) as Sol Herriott — aged about 33
- Auf Wiedersehen, Pet (1983) as Magowan — aged about 36
- Smiley's People (1982) as Detective Chief Inspector — aged about 35
Full filmography (105) Born on September 19 In memoriam 2002
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