Norman Rossington

Acting Born Dec 24, 1928 Died May 21, 1999 Liverpool, England, UK 108 credits

Biography

Norman Rossington was an English actor born on December 24, 1928, in Liverpool, England, UK. He is known for his work in various films and television shows. Rossington's acting credits include a significant number of roles, with a total of 102 known credits. He is best remembered for his performances in certain notable films. Norman Rossington passed away on May 21, 1999, at the age of 70.

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Career

Career overview

Norman Rossington was an English actor. He is best remembered for his roles in several notable films. Rossington's acting credits include a significant number of roles, with a total of 102 known credits.

Rossington's work spanned multiple film genres, with notable appearances in The Army Game and the Carry On films. He also appeared in the Beatles' film A Hard Day's Night. These roles demonstrate his versatility as an actor and his ability to adapt to different film genres.

Rossington's acting career was marked by a significant number of credits, with 102 known roles. His work in various film genres, including comedy and music, showcases his range as an actor.

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Frequent co-stars

Julianne Phillips 4 shared titles

Charles Hawtrey 3 shared titles

Joan Hickson 3 shared titles

Clive Swift 2 shared titles

Harry Fowler 2 shared titles

William Hartnell 2 shared titles

Michael Medwin 2 shared titles

Bernard Bresslaw 2 shared titles

Donald Pleasence 2 shared titles

Deryck Guyler 2 shared titles

Career timeline

1998

What's a Carry On?

1996

Sharpe's Regiment

1993

SharpeTommy Cooper - The Magic Touch

1992

Heartbeat

1991

Let Him Have It

1990

The Krays

1989

The Nineteenth Hole

1983

House of the Long Shadows

1982

Treasure Island

1981

MasadaThat's My BoyWest End TalesBig Jim and the Figaro Club

1980

S.O.S. TitanicRhubarb Rhubarb

1979

Spooner's PatchThe Prisoner of ZendaTurning Year TalesBig Jim and the Figaro Club

1977

TargetBeryl ReidJoseph Andrews

1976

I, ClaudiusJumbo

1975

ShadowsCilla's Comedy Six

1974

PlayhouseThe Changeling

1973

Frankenstein: The True StoryDigby, the Biggest Dog in the WorldVinegar Trip

1972

Crown CourtDeath LineYoung WinstonGo for a TakeCarry On Christmas (or Carry On Stuffing)

1971

BudgieThe Search for the NileMan in the WildernessCasanovaWill Amelia Quint Continue Writing 'A Gnome Called Shorthouse'?

1970

Play for TodayThe MisfitThe Roads to FreedomThe Rise and Rise of Michael RimmerThe Adventures of Gerard

1969

ITV Saturday Night TheatreCurry and ChipsTwo Gentlemen SharingThe Big Flame

1968

The Charge of the Light BrigadeNegatives

1967

ITV PlayhouseMan in a SuitcaseSir Arthur Conan DoyleTobrukDouble Trouble

1966

The Wrong Box

1965

BBC Play of the MonthThirty-Minute TheatreThirty-Minute TheatreThirty-Minute TheatreThose Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines or How I Flew from London to Paris in 25 Hours 11 Minutes

1964

The Wednesday PlayA Hard Day's NightThe Big NoiseThe Comedy ManDaylight Robbery

1963

Into the DarkNurse on Wheels

1962

Lawrence of ArabiaThe Longest DayCrooks AnonymousThe Winter's TaleGo to Blazes

1961

Carry On RegardlessNo Love for JohnnieTune On the Old Tax Fiddle

1960

Sunday-Night PlaySunday-Night PlayOur HouseSaturday Night and Sunday MorningThe League of Gentlemen

Full Filmography

108 titles

What's a Carry On? (1998) as Self - Interviewee
Sharpe's Regiment (1996) as Sergeant Horatio Havercamp
Sharpe (1993) as Horatio Havercamp
Tommy Cooper - The Magic Touch (1993)
Heartbeat (1992) as Bertie Mould
Let Him Have It (1991) as Postman
The Krays (1990) as Shopkeeper
The Nineteenth Hole (1989) as Jim Goatman
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House of the Long Shadows (1983) as Station Master
Treasure Island (1982) as Billy Bones
Masada (1981) as Maro
That's My Boy (1981) as Bill
West End Tales (1981) as Flash Frank
Big Jim and the Figaro Club (1981) as Big Jim
S.O.S. Titanic (1980) as Master-at-Arms Thomas King
Rhubarb Rhubarb (1980)
Spooner's Patch (1979) as PC Goatman
The Prisoner of Zenda (1979)
Turning Year Tales (1979) as Big Jim
Big Jim and the Figaro Club (1979) as Big Jim
Target (1977) as Dep. Chief Constable Goddard
Beryl Reid (1977)
Joseph Andrews (1977) as Gaffer Andrews
I, Claudius (1976) as Sergeant
Jumbo (1976) as Dave Smith
Shadows (1975) as Mr Jones
Cilla's Comedy Six (1975)
Playhouse (1974) as Dave Smith
The Changeling (1974) as Lollio
Frankenstein: The True Story (1973) as Seaman (uncredited)
Digby, the Biggest Dog in the World (1973) as Tom
Vinegar Trip (1973) as Bill
Crown Court (1972) as Benjamin Patch
Death Line (1972) as Det.Sgt. Rogers
Young Winston (1972) as Dewsnap
Go for a Take (1972) as Jack Foster
Carry On Christmas (or Carry On Stuffing) (1972) as Tardy Diner / Thompson / Genie of the Lamp
Budgie (1971) as Zip
The Search for the Nile (1971) as Samuel Baker
Man in the Wilderness (1971) as Ferris
Casanova (1971) as Lorenzo
Will Amelia Quint Continue Writing 'A Gnome Called Shorthouse'? (1971) as Giulio
Play for Today (1970) as Jack Burnshaw
The Misfit (1970) as Woodruff
The Roads to Freedom (1970) as Pinette
The Rise and Rise of Michael Rimmer (1970) as Guide at Porton Down
The Adventures of Gerard (1970) as Sgt. Papilette (Hussars of Conflans)
Hamlet (1970) as The Gravedigger
The Long Distance Piano Player (1970) as Jack Burnshaw
Simon Simon (1970) as Fireman
ITV Saturday Night Theatre (1969) as Abe
Curry and Chips (1969)
Two Gentlemen Sharing (1969) as Phil Carter
The Big Flame (1969) as Danny Fowler
The Charge of the Light Brigade (1968) as TSM Corbett
Negatives (1968) as Auctioneer
ITV Playhouse (1967) as Bill
Man in a Suitcase (1967)
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1967) as Bates
Tobruk (1967) as Alfie
Double Trouble (1967) as Arthur Babcock
To Chase A Million (1967) as Captain
The Wrong Box (1966) as 1st Rough
BBC Play of the Month (1965) as Lollio
Thirty-Minute Theatre (1965) as Connor
Thirty-Minute Theatre (1965) as Zinoviev
Thirty-Minute Theatre (1965) as Mr. Dross
Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines or How I Flew from London to Paris in 25 Hours 11 Minutes (1965) as Assistant Fire Chief
Cup Fever (1965) as Driver
The Wednesday Play (1964) as Danny Fowler
A Hard Day's Night (1964) as Norm
The Big Noise (1964)
The Comedy Man (1964) as Theodore Littleton
Daylight Robbery (1964) as Man changing car wheel
Prisoner and Escort (1964) as Blake
Into the Dark (1963) as Sydney Martin
Nurse on Wheels (1963) as George Judd
Lawrence of Arabia (1962) as Corporal Jenkins (uncredited)
The Longest Day (1962) as Pvt. Clough
Crooks Anonymous (1962) as Bert
The Winter's Tale (1962) as Clown
Go to Blazes (1962) as Alfie
Carry On Regardless (1961) as Boxing Referee
No Love for Johnnie (1961) as Sykes of the Herald (uncredited)
Tune On the Old Tax Fiddle (1961) as Toby
Sunday-Night Play (1960) as The Ice Cream Man
Sunday-Night Play (1960) as Levka Krick
Our House (1960)
Saturday Night and Sunday Morning (1960) as Bert
The League of Gentlemen (1960) as Staff Sergeant Hall (uncredited)
Doctor in Love (1960) as Haystack Club Doorman (uncredited)
Carry On Nurse (1959) as Norm
The Running Jumping & Standing Still Film (1959)
A Night to Remember (1958) as Steward James Kiernan
Carry On Sergeant (1958) as Private Herbert Brown
The Army Game (1957) as Private 'Cupcake' Cook
The One That Got Away (1957) as Sergeant - Swanick
The Long Haul (1957) as Kenny, Liverpool Trucker
Strangers' Meeting (1957) as Barrow Boy
Armchair Theatre (1956) as Eddie
Armchair Theatre (1956) as Blake
Armchair Theatre (1956) as Toby
Armchair Theatre (1956) as Sydney Martin
Armchair Theatre (1956) as Dave Gregory
Armchair Theatre (1956) as Giulio
Three Men in a Boat (1956) as Boy Lover
The Adventures of Robin Hood (1955) as Villager (uncredited)
Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Gravedigger

Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is Norman Rossington best known for?

Norman Rossington is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Sharpe (1993), Heartbeat (1992), The Krays (1990), House of the Long Shadows (1983).

When and where was Norman Rossington born?

Norman Rossington was born on December 24, 1928 in Liverpool, England, UK. They passed away on May 21, 1999.

How many credits does Norman Rossington have?

Norman Rossington has accumulated over 108 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1951 to 1998.

What is Norman Rossington's background in cinema and television?