Rupert Vansittart
Biography
Rupert Nicholas Vansittart is an English character actor who was born on February 10, 1958, in Cranleigh, Surrey, England, United Kingdom. Throughout his career, he has appeared in a variety of roles across film, television, stage, and radio, frequently portraying comic characters. His notable television work includes playing Lord Ashfordly in the ITV drama Heartbeat and Lord Yohn Royce in the HBO series Game of Thrones. As a male acting professional, his career is documented with a known credits count of eighty within the database.
Career overview
Rupert Nicholas Vansittart is an English character actor born on February 10, 1958, in Cranleigh, Surrey, England, United Kingdom. Throughout his career, he has appeared in a variety of roles across film, television, stage, and radio, frequently portraying comic characters.
He is best known for his television work, specifically for his role as Lord Ashfordly in the ITV drama Heartbeat and for playing Lord Yohn Royce in the HBO series Game of Thrones. With a career spanning multiple mediums, Vansittart has accumulated eighty known acting credits in his film and television portfolio.
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85 titles- Ann Droid (2026) as Jeffrey
- Belgravia: The Next Chapter (2024) as Lord Netherbury
- Unsinkable (2024) as Morris Hawkins
- The Diplomat (2023) as Hoope
- Andor (2022) as Chief Hyne
- The Chelsea Detective (2022) as Patrick Blythe
- The Nevers (2021) as Lord Broughton
- Bridgerton (2020) as Mr. Brookes
- Misbehaviour (2020) as Lord Bly
- Gentleman Jack (2019) as Charles Lawton
- One Red Nose Day and a Wedding (2019) as George the Boor
- The Children Act (2018) as Sherwood Runcie
- The Crown (2016) as Cecil King
- A United Kingdom (2016) as Sir Ian Fraser
- Chewing Gum (2015) as Big Boss
- Outlander (2014) as Lord William Dunsany
- Father Brown (2013) as Arthur Le Broc
- Austenland (2013) as Mr. Wattlesbrook
- National Theatre Live: This House (2013) as Esher / Belfast West
- Bad Education (2012) as Mr. Humpage
- Game of Thrones (2011) as Yohn Royce
- Death in Paradise (2011) as Colin Campbell
- Johnny English Reborn (2011) as Derek
- The Iron Lady (2011) as Cabinet Minister
- The Royal Bodyguard (2011) as Roderick Finch
- World's Craziest Fools (2011)
- Holy Flying Circus (2011) as Bernard Barnard QC
- Margaret (2009) as Peter Morrison
- The Bank Job (2008) as Sir Leonard Plugge
- How Not to Live Your Life (2008) as Harrison
- Coup! (2006) as Roddy Hamilton
- Doctor Who (2005)
- Doctor Who (2005) as General Asquith
- Twisted Tales (2005) as Dr Mantle
- The Funny Blokes of British Comedy (2005) as Diner (archive footage) (uncredited)
- Hustle (2004) as Jonathan Mortimer-Howe
- Roman Road (2004) as Farmer
- One Last Chance (2004) as Alisdair Robb
- Spine Chillers (2003)
- Foyle's War (2002) as Sir Alec Meyerson
- Foyle's War (2002) as Sir Alec Myerson
- Celeb (2002)
- The Falklands Play (2002) as Sir Robert Armstrong (Cabinet Secretary)
- Sword of Honour (2001)
- My Family (2000) as Mr. Davis
- Black Books (2000) as Rich Guy
- Randall & Hopkirk (Deceased) (2000)
- Kevin & Perry Go Large (2000) as Bank Manager
- Harry Enfield's Brand Spanking New Show (2000)
- Take a Girl Like You (2000) as Headmaster
- CI5: The New Professionals (1999)
- Eviction (1999) as The Landlord
- Vanity Fair (1998) as Smith
- Frenchman's Creek (1998) as Lord Godolphin
- Monk Dawson (1998) as Fr Timothy
- The Perfect Blue (1998) as Flashback Date #2
- Midsomer Murders (1997) as Desmond Harcourt
- Midsomer Murders (1997) as Alistair Kingslake
- Diana & Me (1997) as Chef
- Wilderness (1996) as Jeremy
- Wilderness (1996) as Jeremy
- Braveheart (1995) as Lord Bottoms
- Pride and Prejudice (1995) as Mr Hurst
- Kavanagh Q.C. (1995) as Timothy Ealand
- The Thin Blue Line (1995) as Commander Crow
- Cutthroat Island (1995) as Captain Perkins
- Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994) as George the Boor at The Boatman - Wedding One
- Headhunters (1994) as Michael Best
- The Remains of the Day (1993) as Sir Geoffrey Wren
- Frank Stubbs Promotes (1993) as Businessman
- Chef (1993) as Diner
- Heartbeat (1992) as Lord Ashfordly
- Mr. Bean (1990) as Hubert
- Mr. Bean (1990) as Guardsman
- The Piglet Files (1990) as Zemskov
- The Piglet Files (1990) as KGB Officer
- Birds of a Feather (1989) as Wayne
- Buster (1988) as Fairclough
- Eat the Rich (1987) as Rupert
- Casualty (1986) as Kenneth Stair
- Half Moon Street (1986) as Alan Platts-Williams
- Consuela (or, The New Mrs Saunders) (1986) as Jeremy
- Plenty (1985) as Client's Asst.
- The Bill (1984)
- The Comic Strip Presents... (1982) as Jeremy
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Rupert Vansittart best known for?
Rupert Vansittart is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Ann Droid (2026), The Diplomat (2023), Andor (2022), The Chelsea Detective (2022).
When and where was Rupert Vansittart born?
Rupert Vansittart was born on February 10, 1958 in Cranleigh, Surrey, England, UK.
How many credits does Rupert Vansittart have?
Rupert Vansittart has accumulated over 85 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1982 to 2026.
What is Rupert Vansittart's background in cinema and television?
Rupert Nicholas Vansittart is an English character actor who was born on February 10, 1958, in Cranleigh, Surrey, England, United Kingdom. Throughout his career, he has appeared in a variety of roles across film, television, stage, and radio, frequently portraying comic characters. His notable television work includes ...