Acting

Kenneth Gilbert

Born June 24, 1931 · Plymouth, Devon, England, UK

Died October 29, 2015 · aged 84

Kenneth Gilbert (24 June 1931 – 29 October 2015) was an English actor who appeared in many television and stage productions over a 50-year period. He often played authority figures such as doctors, colonels, detectives and police surgeons, but became best known as businessman Oliver Banks in the soap opera Crossroads Gilbert trained as a classical actor at the Shakespeare Memorial Theatre in Stra…

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IvanhoeIvanhoe · 1982
Ivanhoe
★ 6.41982
MovieHistoryAdventure
Ivanhoe, a worthy and noble knight, the champion of justice returns to England after the holy wars, and finds England under the reign of Prince John and his henchmen and finds himself being involved in the power-struggle for the throne of England.
Mister Corbett's GhostMister Corbett's Ghost · 1987
Mister Corbett's Ghost
★ 6.21987
MovieFantasyDrama
Mr Corbett is a cruel employer to Ben Partridge. One night on New Years Eve Ben is sent out to deliver some medicine. Along the way he wishes his master was dead, little knowing that the man he is delivering to is the Collector of Souls.
The Lady and the HighwaymanThe Lady and the Highwayman · 1988
The Lady and the Highwayman
★ 5.11988
MovieActionDrama
During one of his robberies, a highwayman with a heart of gold falls in love with an aristocratic lady. Now, he is forced to choose between his true love or his true cause.
Wolfshead: The Legend of Robin HoodWolfshead: The Legend of Robin Hood · 1973
Wolfshead: The Legend of Robin Hood
★ 7.01973
MovieAdventureTV Movie
Robert of Locksley is harbouring a runaway serf. A warrant is then issued for Robert's arrest: he is now an outlaw. Stars David Warbeck, Kathleen Byron and Ciaran Madden
Doctor Who: The Seeds of DoomDoctor Who: The Seeds of Doom · 1976
Doctor Who: The Seeds of Doom
★ 9.01976
MovieScience FictionTV Movie
When scientists in the Antarctic uncover a mysterious seed pod, the Doctor is called in to investigate. He soon realises it is extraterrestrial and extremely dangerous. At the same time, however, ruthless millionaire plant-lover Harrison Chase has learned of the find and decides he must have the pod for his collection of rare and beautiful flora. Meanwhile the pod itself harbours intelligent life with sinister plans of its own...
God's OutlawGod's Outlaw · 1986
God's Outlaw
★ 6.61986
MovieDramaHistory
A dramatized biography of William Tyndale, the 16th Century reformer determined to translate the Bible into English, which illegal act set him at odds with the Catholic Church, Sir Thomas More and King Henry VIII.
HancockHancock · 1991
Hancock
1991
MovieComedyDrama
Screen One biopic detailing the final eight years in the life of comedian Tony Hancock, from the peak of his powers as Britain's number one comedian to his eventual mental, alcoholic decline and suicide in Australia.
Candle in the Dark: The Story of William CareyCandle in the Dark: The Story of William Carey · 1998
Candle in the Dark: The Story of William Carey
★ 8.01998
MovieDrama
William Carey sailed in 1793 to India with a reluctant wife and four children to bring the message of Jesus. There he encountered so much hardship it is amazing he didn't abandon his mission and go home. But he stayed for over 40 years.

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The ProtectorsThe Protectors · 1972
The Protectors
★ 6.11972
SeriesAction & AdventureCrime
The Protectors is a British television series, an action thriller created by Gerry Anderson. It was Anderson's second TV series using live actors as opposed to electronic marionettes, and also his second to be firmly set in contemporary times. It was also the only Gerry Anderson produced television series that was not of the fantasy or science fiction genres. It was produced by Lew Grade's ITC Entertainment production company. Despite not featuring marionettes or any real science fiction elements, The Protectors became one of Anderson's most popular productions, easily winning a renewal for a second season. A third season was in the planning stages when the show's major sponsor pulled out, forcing its cancellation. The Protectors first aired in 1972 and 1973, and ran to 52 episodes over two series, each 25 minutes long - making it one of the last series of this type to be produced in a half-hour format. It starred Robert Vaughn as Harry Rule, Nyree Dawn Porter as the Contessa Caroline di Contini, and Tony Anholt as Paul Buchet. Episodes often featured prominent guest actors.

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