Peter R. de Vries
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- November 14, 1956 in Aalsmeer, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
- Died
- July 15, 2021
- Active Years
- 1995–2021 (27 Years)
- Total Credits
- 22 credits in database
Biography
Peter Rudolf de Vries was born on November 14, 1956, in Aalsmeer, Noord-Holland, Netherlands, and died on July 15, 2021, at the age of 64. He was a Dutch investigative journalist and crime reporter. From 1995 to 2012, he hosted the television program Peter R. de Vries, misdaadverslaggever, which covered high-profile cases and set a Dutch television viewing record. In 1983, he followed the kidnapping case of Freddy Heineken for the Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf and wrote two books based on his investigation, which served as a basis for several cinematic adaptations. On July 6, 2021, he was shot after leaving the television studio of RTL Boulevard in Amsterdam, and he died several days later. He had 22 known credits in acting listed in his database profile.
Career overview
Peter Rudolf de Vries was a Dutch investigative journalist and crime reporter born on November 14, 1956, in Aalsmeer, Noord-Holland, Netherlands. Throughout his career, he accumulated twenty-two known credits in the acting category on the film and television database.
His notable television work included the program Peter R. de Vries, misdaadverslaggever, translated as Crime Reporter, which aired from 1995 to 2012. The show focused on high-profile cases and set a Dutch television viewing record. In 1983, he followed the kidnapping case of Freddy Heineken while working for the Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf. His investigation resulted in two books that later served as the basis for several cinematic adaptations.
On July 6, 2021, De Vries was shot in Amsterdam after leaving the television studio of RTL Boulevard. He passed away several days later on July 15, 2021, at the age of sixty-four.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
22 titles- Make Up Your Mind (2021) as Emmy Beautycase
- Staand Verder Leven: Na De Moord Op Peter R. de Vries (2021) as Self (archive footage)
- De Grote Sinterklaasfilm: Trammelant in Spanje (2021) as Rechercheur
- Het Laatste Interview Met Peter R. (2021) as Self
- Peter R. De Vries: On bended knee is no way to be free (2021) as Self (archive footage)
- The Great Sinterklaas movie (2020) as Rechercheur
- RTL Boulevard: De Holleeder Tapes (2019) as Self
- Moorddossier Holleeder (2019) as Self (archive footage)
- De (Onder)Wereld van Willem Holleeder (2016) as Self
- Kidnapping Mr. Heineken (2015) Original Story
- Sneeuwwitje en de zeven kleine mensen: Een modern sprookje (2015)
- Pauw (2014) as Self
- Emile Roemer - Tussen pieken en peilen (2012) as Self
- The Heineken Kidnapping (2011) Original Story
- Toppers op weg naar Moskou (2009)
- Toren C (2008) as Peter R. de Vries
- Knevel & Van den Brink (2007) as Self
- Pauw & Witteman (2006)
- De Wereld Draait Door (2005) as Self
- 25 jaar Beatrix (2005) as Self
- Pulse (NL) (2003)
- Peter R. de Vries: Crime Reporter (1995)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Peter R. de Vries best known for?
Peter R. de Vries is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Kidnapping Mr. Heineken (2015), Pauw & Witteman (2006), De Wereld Draait Door (2005).
When and where was Peter R. de Vries born?
Peter R. de Vries was born on November 14, 1956 in Aalsmeer, Noord-Holland, Netherlands. They passed away on July 15, 2021.
How many credits does Peter R. de Vries have?
Peter R. de Vries has accumulated over 22 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1995 to 2021.
What is Peter R. de Vries's background in cinema and television?
Peter Rudolf de Vries was born on November 14, 1956, in Aalsmeer, Noord-Holland, Netherlands, and died on July 15, 2021, at the age of 64. He was a Dutch investigative journalist and crime reporter. From 1995 to 2012, he hosted the television program Peter R. de Vries, misdaadverslaggever, which covered high-profile ca...
Peter R. de Vries by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- De Wereld Draait Door (2005) as Self — aged about 48
- Pauw & Witteman (2006) — aged about 49
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