Rodney Bewes
Biography
Rodney Bewes was an English television actor and writer, best known for his portrayal of Bob Ferris in the BBC sitcom The Likely Lads and its colour sequel Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads. He was born on 27 November 1937 in Bingley, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom. Bewes built a career that included thirty‑nine credited roles, primarily in acting, as recorded by The Movie Database. He was male and remained active in the industry until his death on 21 November 2017, shortly before his 80th birthday, at the age of seventy‑nine. His contributions to British television are documented through his extensive credit list.
Career overview
Rodney Bewes was an English television actor and writer whose career spanned several decades. Born in Bingley, Yorkshire, England on 27 November 1937, he entered the entertainment industry and became best known for his portrayal of Bob Ferris in the BBC sitcom The Likely Lads and its colour sequel Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads?. The role cemented his place in British popular culture and remains the most frequently cited credit in public databases.
According to the Motion Picture Database, Bewes accumulated a total of thirty‑nine credited performances across film and television, reflecting a steady output of work beyond his signature sitcom. While primarily recognised for acting, his contributions also included writing, although specific writing credits are not detailed in the available source. His career remained active until his later years, with his body of work documented in the TMDB catalogue.
Rodney Bewes passed away on 21 November 2017, six days shy of his eightieth birthday, at the age of seventy‑nine. His legacy endures through the enduring popularity of the Likely Lads series and the continued reference to his performances in film and television reference sites.
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Full Filmography
40 titles- Heartbeat (1992) as Edward Walton
- Pebble Mill (1991) as Self
- Spender (1991) as Norman Ellerson
- Glamour Night (1985) as George
- Doctor Who: Resurrection of the Daleks (1984) as Stien
- The Critic (1982) as Constable
- The Wildcats of St Trinian's (1980) as Peregrine Butters
- Just Liz (1980)
- 'Tis Pity She's a Whore (1980) as Bergetto
- Unidentified Flying Oddball (1979) as Clarence
- Saint Jack (1979) as Smale
- Jabberwocky (1977) as The Other Squire
- The Likely Lads (1976) as Bob
- Churchill's People (1974) as Bob Pott
- Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads? (1973) as Bob Ferris
- The Three Musketeers (1973) as Spy
- Shirley's World (1972)
- Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (1972) as Knave of Hearts
- Spring and Port Wine (1970) as Harold Crompton
- Dear Mother... ...Love Albert (1969) as Albert Courtnay
- Goodbye Again (1968) as Various
- Decline and Fall ...of a Birdwatcher (1968) as Arthur Potts
- Man in a Suitcase (1967)
- The Night Before The Morning After (1966) as Neville Starkey
- BBC Play of the Month (1965) as Constable
- San Ferry Ann (1965) as Loverboy
- San Ferry Ann (1965) as Lover Boy
- The Likely Lads (1964) as Bob Ferris
- Six (1964) as George
- The Summer in Gossensass (1964) as Young Ibsen
- Doctor Who (1963) as Stien
- We Joined the Navy (1963) as Recruitment Interviewee (uncredited)
- Billy Liar (1963) as Arthur Crabtree
- Heavens Above! (1963) as Milkfloat Driver (uncredited)
- The Road (1963) as Sam Towler
- Z-Cars (1962)
- A Prize of Arms (1962) as Pvt. Maynard
- Drama 61-67 (1961) as Peter Morton
- Armchair Theatre (1956) as Neville Starkey
- Dixon of Dock Green (1955) as PC Screen
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Rodney Bewes is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Heartbeat (1992), Pebble Mill (1991), Spender (1991), Unidentified Flying Oddball (1979).
When and where was Rodney Bewes born?
Rodney Bewes was born on November 27, 1937 in Bingley, Yorkshire, England, UK. They passed away on November 21, 2017.
How many credits does Rodney Bewes have?
Rodney Bewes has accumulated over 40 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1955 to 1992.
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Rodney Bewes was an English television actor and writer, best known for his portrayal of Bob Ferris in the BBC sitcom The Likely Lads and its colour sequel Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads. He was born on 27 November 1937 in Bingley, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom. Bewes built a career that included thirty‑nine...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Doctor Who (1963) as Stien — aged about 25
- Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads? (1973) as Bob Ferris — aged about 35
- Spender (1991) as Norman Ellerson — aged about 53
- The Likely Lads (1964) as Bob Ferris — aged about 26
- Z-Cars (1962) — aged about 24
- Heartbeat (1992) as Edward Walton — aged about 54
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