Mary Peach

Acting

Mary Peach

Born October 20, 1934 · Durban, South Africa

Died January 26, 2025 · aged 90

Mary Peach was a South African born British actress who appeared in films such as Room at the Top, No Love for Johnnie, Ballad in Blue, The Projected Man, Scrooge, and Cutthroat Island. Her TV credits included The Saint, Doctor Who, Disraeli, Play for Today, and The Far Pavilions. She was the wife of Hammer writer and director Jimmy Sangster until his death in 1995. In February 2025 it was announc…

Known For

Cutthroat IslandCutthroat Island · 1995
Cutthroat Island
★ 5.81995
MovieActionAdventure
Morgan Adams and her slave, William Shaw, are on a quest to recover the three portions of a treasure map. Unfortunately, the final portion is held by her murderous uncle, Dawg. Her crew is skeptical of her leadership abilities, so she must complete her quest before they mutiny against her. This is made yet more difficult by the efforts of the British crown to end her pirate raids.
Room at the TopRoom at the Top · 1958
Room at the Top
★ 6.91958
MovieDramaRomance
An ambitious young accountant schemes to wed a wealthy factory owner's daughter, despite falling in love with a married older woman.
ScroogeScrooge · 1970
Scrooge
★ 6.81970
MovieFantasyDrama
A musical adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic ghost tale starring Albert Finney.
A Gathering of EaglesA Gathering of Eagles · 1963
A Gathering of Eagles
★ 5.81963
MovieDramaRomance
A B-52 commander must prepare his men to pass a grueling inspection.
A Pair of BriefsA Pair of Briefs · 1962
A Pair of Briefs
★ 6.21962
MovieComedy
She's new in chambers, and he's a troublemaker. But what 'is' the true status of the old lady's wartime marriage, and can the two young legal minds find the answer?
Doctor Who: The Enemy of the WorldDoctor Who: The Enemy of the World · 1968
Doctor Who: The Enemy of the World
★ 7.91968
MovieAdventureDrama
On Earth in 2018, the Doctor and his companions are enmeshed in a deadly web of intrigue thanks to his uncanny resemblance to the scientist/politician Salamander. He is hailed as the "shopkeeper of the world" for his efforts to relieve global famine, but why do his rivals keep disappearing? How can he predict so many natural disasters? The Doctor must expose Salamander's schemes before he takes over the world.
No Love for JohnnieNo Love for Johnnie · 1961
No Love for Johnnie
★ 6.71961
MovieDrama
Johnnie Byrne is a member of the British Parliament. In his 40s, he's feeling frustrated with his life and his personal as well as professional problems tower up over him. His desires to win the next election are endangered by his constant looking for love and he is faced with the choice of giving up a career in politics or giving up the woman he loves.
Cat on a Hot Tin RoofCat on a Hot Tin Roof · 1976
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
★ 5.01976
MovieDramaTV Movie
An alcoholic ex-football player drinks his days away, having failed to come to terms with his sexuality and his real feelings for his football buddy who died after an ambiguous accident. His wife is crucified by her desperation to make him desire her: but he resists the affections of his wife. His reunion with his father—who is dying of cancer—jogs a host of memories and revelations for both father and son.

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