Bill Treacher

Acting

Bill Treacher

Born June 4, 1930 · London, England, UK

Died November 5, 2022 · aged 92

Bill Treacher (born 4 June 1930, died 5 November 2022) was an English actor. He was known for portraying the role of Arthur Fowler in the BBC soap opera EastEnders from 1985 to 1996, and was the first person to be cast for the show. Treacher grew up in the East End of London. After his national service in the Royal Air Force, he worked as a steward with P&O, where he saved enough money to attend …

Known For

The MusketeerThe Musketeer · 2001
The Musketeer
★ 5.32001
MovieAdventureAction
Young D'Artagnan seeks to join the legendary musketeer brigade and avenge his father's death - but he finds that the musketeers have been disbanded.
George and the DragonGeorge and the Dragon · 2004
George and the Dragon
★ 5.52004
MovieAdventure
In 12th century England, the handsome and noble knight, George, has left the Crusades behind to follow his dream of a peaceful life on his own piece of land. However, in order to obtain his land from the ruling King Edgaar, he must help find the King's missing daughter, Princess Lunna, a quest which sees George drawn into an unexpected battle with the kingdom's last surviving dragon.
Russell Mulcahy’s Tale of the MummyRussell Mulcahy’s Tale of the Mummy · 1998
Russell Mulcahy’s Tale of the Mummy
★ 4.71998
MovieHorrorAdventure
Centuries ago, under the sands of ancient Egypt, a Prince was buried and his tomb eternally cursed so that no man would ever again suffer from his evil ways. But hundreds of years later on a greedy search for treasure, a group of archaeologists break the cursed seal of the tomb. Every man vanishes without a trace, leaving behind only a log book, and a deadly warning of the legend of the bloodthirsty Talos.
Dinner at the Sporting ClubDinner at the Sporting Club · 1978
Dinner at the Sporting Club
★ 5.01978
MovieDramaTV Movie
Vinny Mathews is a small time boxing promoter who struggles with his conscience over what to do with a fighter he knows is unfit to face his opponent. However, Mathews needs sponsorship and this would be the ideal opportunity to mix with the "frilly shirted" sportsmen who enjoy their lavish lifestyle as fighters slug it out as the steak is served!
Wendy Richard: A Life on the BoxWendy Richard: A Life on the Box · 2001
Wendy Richard: A Life on the Box
★ 10.02001
MovieDocumentary
Profile of actress Wendy Richard's remarkable television career, featuring classic clips and contributions from colleagues.
No Place Like EarthNo Place Like Earth · 1965
No Place Like Earth
★ 7.01965
MovieTV MovieScience Fiction
Earth is no more, destroyed by nuclear war; but itinerant handyman Bert Foster, wandering the canals of Mars, is possessed by a restlessness for a home which no longer exists. He considers a move to an isolated outpost on Venus.
Diggity: A Home at LastDiggity: A Home at Last · 2002
Diggity: A Home at Last
★ 5.72002
MovieDrama
Raymond is the family black sheep, relying on handouts from his half-brother, Otis. He's lost his job, his apartment, and all his confidence until word comes that he has inherited an English countryside property. Otis gladly purchases a one-way ticket for the new "Lord of the Manor". Except Raymond discovers his inheritance is no manor house, but a small, crumbling stone church that's the center of a scheme by the village scrooge, Malcolm Slee, in his frantic search for a valuable chest of gold hidden in the village by King Charles at the end of the English Civil War. Raymond initially accepts Slee's offer to purchase the church, but has second thoughts when he learns from the local Bed & Breakfast owner Rachel that a family with children lives on the property. As Raymond and Rachel begin to bond, Raymond is singled out by a mysterious young orphan named Diggity, who believes that if he helps Raymond find his way in life, he will earn his wings as an angel.
Gambitt's MoveGambitt's Move · 1975
Gambitt's Move
1975
Movie
Angie, an unemployed single mother moves into a new rented home. She then receives an unwelcome visitor from her past.

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Diggity: A Home at LastDiggity: A Home at Last · 2002
Diggity: A Home at Last
★ 5.72002
MovieDrama
Raymond is the family black sheep, relying on handouts from his half-brother, Otis. He's lost his job, his apartment, and all his confidence until word comes that he has inherited an English countryside property. Otis gladly purchases a one-way ticket for the new "Lord of the Manor". Except Raymond discovers his inheritance is no manor house, but a small, crumbling stone church that's the center of a scheme by the village scrooge, Malcolm Slee, in his frantic search for a valuable chest of gold hidden in the village by King Charles at the end of the English Civil War. Raymond initially accepts Slee's offer to purchase the church, but has second thoughts when he learns from the local Bed & Breakfast owner Rachel that a family with children lives on the property. As Raymond and Rachel begin to bond, Raymond is singled out by a mysterious young orphan named Diggity, who believes that if he helps Raymond find his way in life, he will earn his wings as an angel.

Malcolm Slee