Tommy Godfrey
Biography
Tommy Godfrey was a British character actor born in Lambeth, London, England on June 20, 1916. He was known primarily for playing likeable cockneys in 1970s television sitcoms. His acting career included forty-six known credits on television and in film. During his career, he was credited under his primary name, Tommy Godfrey. He passed away on June 24, 1984, at the age of sixty-eight years old. Information regarding his personal life, awards, specific television titles, and film titles is not documented in the provided source material beyond his birth date, death date, birthplace, and total known acting credits.
Career overview
Tommy Godfrey was a British character actor who was known for playing likeable cockneys in 1970s sitcoms. Born in Lambeth, London, England on June 20, 1916, Godfrey built an extensive career in television and film. His professional work is reflected in his known credits, which total forty-six acting roles recorded in the database.
Throughout his career, Godfrey established himself as a recognizable television presence during the 1970s, bringing his distinct persona to various situation comedies. His work during this period contributed to his legacy as a familiar face in British television comedy.
Godfrey lived and worked primarily in his home country, maintaining a steady presence in the entertainment industry as a character actor. He passed away on June 24, 1984, at the age of sixty-eight, in London, England.
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Full Filmography
48 titles- Tommy Cooper - The Magic Touch (1993)
- The Great Muppet Caper (1981) as Bus Conductor
- Resting Rough (1979)
- Mind Your Language (1977) as Sid
- Come Play with Me (1977) as Blitt
- The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes' Smarter Brother (1975) as Fred
- A Little Bit of Wisdom (1974) as Mr. Gamble
- From Beyond the Grave (1974) as Mr. Jeffries
- The Vault of Horror (1973) as Landlord (segment 5 "Drawn and Quartered")
- Love Thy Neighbour (1973) as Arthur
- The Love Ban (1973) as Barber #2
- Crown Court (1972) as Philip Kirby
- Crown Court (1972) as Albert Cousins
- Shirley's World (1972)
- Sykes (1972) as Mr. Blenkinsop
- Love Thy Neighbour (1972) as Arthur
- Straight On Till Morning (1972) as Mr. Godfrey
- Bless This House (1972) as Alf Murray
- The Persuaders! (1971) as Benny Ryan
- Jason King (1971)
- Under And Over (1971) as Landlord
- A Severed Head (1971) as Removal Man (uncredited)
- The Goodies (1970)
- The Goodies (1970) as The First Judge
- Doomwatch (1970) as Sam Billings
- On the House (1970) as Arnold Pugh
- Belgrove Hotel, Goodbye (1970)
- Simon Simon (1970) as Cashier
- Eddie in August (1970) as Used Car Salesman
- On the Buses (1969)
- Department S (1969) as Taxi Driver
- Ring of Bright Water (1969) as Ticket seller
- Till Death Us Do Part (1969) as Knowledgeable Man in Pub
- The Patriot Game (1969) as Charles
- Nicholas Nickleby (1968) as Mr. Lillyvick
- if.... (1968) as School Porter (uncredited)
- Work Is a 4-Letter Word (1968) as Mr. Thacker
- A Series of Bird's (1967)
- Till Death Us Do Part (1966) as Man with Broken Leg
- The Christmas Tree (1966)
- The Coming Out Party (1965) as Jimmy the Gent
- The Small World of Sammy Lee (1963) as Café Owner
- The Saint (1962) as The Taxi Driver
- Z-Cars (1962) as Cafe Proprietor
- Steptoe and Son (1962) as Uncle Nobby
- The Avengers (1961) as Arturo
- The Missing Note (1961) as Sam
- Passport to Pimlico (1949) as Bus Conductor
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Tommy Godfrey best known for?
Tommy Godfrey is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Great Muppet Caper (1981), Mind Your Language (1977), Come Play with Me (1977), The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes' Smarter Brother (1975).
When and where was Tommy Godfrey born?
Tommy Godfrey was born on June 20, 1916 in Lambeth, London, England. They passed away on June 24, 1984.
How many credits does Tommy Godfrey have?
Tommy Godfrey has accumulated over 48 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1949 to 1993.
What is Tommy Godfrey's background in cinema and television?
Tommy Godfrey was a British character actor born in Lambeth, London, England on June 20, 1916. He was known primarily for playing likeable cockneys in 1970s television sitcoms. His acting career included forty-six known credits on television and in film. During his career, he was credited under his primary name, Tommy ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Mind Your Language (1977) as Sid — aged about 61
- Jason King (1971) — aged about 55
- Steptoe and Son (1962) as Uncle Nobby — aged about 46
- The Avengers (1961) as Arturo — aged about 45
- Love Thy Neighbour (1972) as Arthur — aged about 56
- The Persuaders! (1971) as Benny Ryan — aged about 55
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