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Acting
John Forbes-Robertson
Born May 10, 1928 · Worthing, Sussex, England, UK
Died May 14, 2008 · aged 80
No biography available.
Known For
Lifeforce · 1985Lifeforce
★ 6.21985
MovieHorrorScience Fiction
A race of space vampires arrives in London and infects the populace, commencing an apocalyptic descent into chaos.
The Vampire Lovers · 1970The Vampire Lovers
★ 6.41970
MovieHorror
In the heart of Styria the Karnstein Family, even after their mortal deaths, rise from their tombs spreading evil in the countryside in their lust for fresh blood. Baron Hartog whose family are all victims of Karnstein vampirism, opens their graves and drives a stake through their diabolical hearts. One grave he cannot locate is that of the legendary beautiful Mircalla Karnstein. Years of peace follow that grisly night until Mircalla reappears to avenge her family's decimation and satisfy her desire for blood.
Nicholas and Alexandra · 1971Nicholas and Alexandra
★ 7.01971
MovieDramaWar
Tsar Nicholas II, the inept last monarch of Russia, insensitive to the needs of his people, is overthrown and exiled to Siberia with his family.
The Battle of the River Plate · 1956The Battle of the River Plate
★ 6.41956
MovieDramaHistory
In the early years of the World War II, the Royal Navy is fighting a desperate battle to keep the Atlantic convoy routes open to supply the British Isles, facing the great danger posed by the many German warships, such as the Admiral Graf Spee, which are scouring the ocean for cargo ships to sink.
Bunny Lake Is Missing · 1965Bunny Lake Is Missing
★ 7.21965
MovieMysteryThriller
A woman reports that her young daughter is missing, but there seems to be no evidence that she ever existed.
The Naked Civil Servant · 1975The Naked Civil Servant
★ 6.71975
MovieDramaComedy
Story of the life of Quentin Crisp, an Englishman who was brave enough to live his life according to his own style even in the hostile days of WW2.
Cromwell · 1970Cromwell
★ 6.61970
MovieDramaHistory
Disgusted with the policies of King Charles I, Oliver Cromwell plans to take his family to the New World. But on the eve of their departure, Cromwell is drawn into the tangled web of religion and politics that will result in the English Civil War.
The Legend of the 7 Golden Vampires · 1974The Legend of the 7 Golden Vampires
★ 5.81974
MovieActionHorror
Professor Van Helsing had been asked to help against the tyranny of skeletal creatures that are responsible for terror and death amongst the peasants in rural China. He is the only person qualified to deal with the cause of these phenomena, for the undead are controlled by the most diabolical force of all.... Count Dracula. But he is not alone- to aid him comes a mystical brotherhood of seven martial arts warriors.
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Lifeforce · 1985Lifeforce
★ 6.21985
MovieHorrorScience Fiction
A race of space vampires arrives in London and infects the populace, commencing an apocalyptic descent into chaos.
The Vampire Lovers · 1970The Vampire Lovers
★ 6.41970
MovieHorror
In the heart of Styria the Karnstein Family, even after their mortal deaths, rise from their tombs spreading evil in the countryside in their lust for fresh blood. Baron Hartog whose family are all victims of Karnstein vampirism, opens their graves and drives a stake through their diabolical hearts. One grave he cannot locate is that of the legendary beautiful Mircalla Karnstein. Years of peace follow that grisly night until Mircalla reappears to avenge her family's decimation and satisfy her desire for blood.
Nicholas and Alexandra · 1971Nicholas and Alexandra
★ 7.01971
MovieDramaWar
Tsar Nicholas II, the inept last monarch of Russia, insensitive to the needs of his people, is overthrown and exiled to Siberia with his family.
The Battle of the River Plate · 1956The Battle of the River Plate
★ 6.41956
MovieDramaHistory
In the early years of the World War II, the Royal Navy is fighting a desperate battle to keep the Atlantic convoy routes open to supply the British Isles, facing the great danger posed by the many German warships, such as the Admiral Graf Spee, which are scouring the ocean for cargo ships to sink.
Bunny Lake Is Missing · 1965Bunny Lake Is Missing
★ 7.21965
MovieMysteryThriller
A woman reports that her young daughter is missing, but there seems to be no evidence that she ever existed.
The Naked Civil Servant · 1975The Naked Civil Servant
★ 6.71975
MovieDramaComedy
Story of the life of Quentin Crisp, an Englishman who was brave enough to live his life according to his own style even in the hostile days of WW2.
Cromwell · 1970Cromwell
★ 6.61970
MovieDramaHistory
Disgusted with the policies of King Charles I, Oliver Cromwell plans to take his family to the New World. But on the eve of their departure, Cromwell is drawn into the tangled web of religion and politics that will result in the English Civil War.
The Legend of the 7 Golden Vampires · 1974The Legend of the 7 Golden Vampires
★ 5.81974
MovieActionHorror
Professor Van Helsing had been asked to help against the tyranny of skeletal creatures that are responsible for terror and death amongst the peasants in rural China. He is the only person qualified to deal with the cause of these phenomena, for the undead are controlled by the most diabolical force of all.... Count Dracula. But he is not alone- to aid him comes a mystical brotherhood of seven martial arts warriors.
First Men in the Moon · 1964First Men in the Moon
★ 6.31964
MovieAdventureScience Fiction
The world is delighted when a spacecraft containing a crew made up of the world's astronauts lands on the moon, but are shocked when the astronauts discover an old British flag and a document declaring that the moon is taken for Queen Victoria proving that the astronauts were not the first men on the moon.
Girl in the Headlines · 1963Girl in the Headlines
★ 6.21963
MovieCrimeDrama
Called in to investigate the murder of a model, Chief Inspector Birkett and Sergeant Saunders soon discover that the victim had been leading somewhat of an immoral life.
The Vault of Horror · 1973The Vault of Horror
★ 6.31973
MovieHorror
The sequel to Tales from the Crypt. Five strangers trapped in a basement vault converse about their recurring nightmares. Their stories include vampires, bodily dismemberment, east Indian mysticism, an insurance scam, and an artist who kills by painting his victims' deaths.
Room 36 · 2005Room 36
★ 3.72005
MovieComedyHorror
Room 36 is a low-budget British thriller shot in black-and-white from director Jim Groom. Hit man Conner is supposed to meet MP Helen Woods in a hotel room to exchange money for microfilm. Things get really messed up when a call girl accidentally arrives in room 38 instead of room 36. Starring Paul Herzberg, Portia Booroff, and Brian Murphy. Room 36 premiered at the 2002 Cannes Film Festival. ~ Andrea LeVasseur, Rovi
The Man from Nowhere · 1975The Man from Nowhere
★ 6.71975
MovieDramaMystery
The Man from Nowhere is a beautifully told Victorian gothic thriller from acclaimed director James Hill. Young orphan Alice has been invited by her rich uncle to live in his country mansion but she soon finds herself persecuted by the apparent visitations of an unsettling stranger. Who is this man from nowhere and just why is he tying to scare her away?
Venom · 1981Venom
★ 5.71981
MovieHorrorThriller
International terrorists attempt to kidnap a wealthy couple's child. Their plan comes unstuck, however, when a deadly Black Mamba, sent by mistake instead of a harmless snake, escapes and terrorizes both them and their hostages.
Salute the Toff · 1952Salute the Toff
★ 5.71952
MovieCrime
The Toff solves the mystery of a missing employer. One of the BFi's most wanted films.
The Island of Adventure · 1981The Island of Adventure
★ 5.31981
MovieAdventure
Four British teens on vacation visit an island and discover that a terrorist group is using it as their headquarters.
The Fighting Prince of Donegal · 1966The Fighting Prince of Donegal
★ 5.51966
MovieActionAdventure
Ireland 1587. Hugh O'Donnell inherits the title of The O'Donnell, the prince of Donegal, and tries to unite Ireland to make war on England. But then Hugh is kidnapped and imprisoned by the Viceroy of Ireland and held ransom for the Clans' good behavior. Hugh must escape prison and the Viceroy's villainous henchman, Captain Leeds, before he can fight.
The Spy with a Cold Nose · 1966The Spy with a Cold Nose
★ 4.01966
MovieComedy
A dog with a spying device under its skin is sent to the Russian government as a present. When the Russians send the dog to a veterinary, British intelligence must get to the dog first and retrieve the spying device.
The Baby and the Battleship · 1956The Baby and the Battleship
★ 6.41956
MovieComedy
After a quayside mix-up with the Italian family of his fiancée, Able Seaman Knocker White finds himself literally left holding the baby. Unable to return it before his ship sails he enlists the help of best mate Puncher Roberts to smuggle the child aboard. But babies are surprisingly demanding and gradually the whole crew is drawn into helping keep it fed and washed - and undiscovered. Even so, the officers above deck start to puzzle over the increasingly strange happenings on board.
The Next Voice You See · 1975The Next Voice You See
★ 9.01975
MovieTV MovieHorror
An American jazz pianist, blinded in a London bank robbery ten years before, makes his first return appearance in England at an engangement party where he believes he hears the voice of the gunman who cost him his sight.
The Partner · 1963The Partner
★ 6.01963
MovieCrime
A tax avoidance scheme by a film producer leads to murder and the theft of £300,000.
The Emperor's New Hat · 1977The Emperor's New Hat
1977
Movie
For 51 years, the Comtesse has bought a new hat to celebrate her wedding anniyear, she invites her granddaughter Sylvie to the ceremony.
Kathleen Mavourneen · 1937Kathleen Mavourneen
★ 8.01937
MovieRomanceDrama
Kathleen O'Moore returns to her home in rural Ireland and becomes torn between the affections of Michael Rooney, a poor but honest man, and the wealthy squire with the power to make her dreams come true.
Speech Day · 1973Speech Day
★ 9.01973
MovieTV MovieDrama
Speech Day is a bit of a laugh if you are not one of nature's prize-winners. But now that they've finished with school and school with them, what comes next for Ronnie, Wally and Rob?
The Saint · 1962The Saint
★ 7.31962
SeriesAction & AdventureCrime
Simon Templar is The Saint, a handsome, sophisticated, debonair, modern-day Robin Hood who recovers ill-gotten wealth and redistributes it to those in need.
The World of Hammer · 1994The World of Hammer
★ 6.81994
SeriesDocumentary
The World of Hammer is a thirteen-part British documentary series created and written by Robert and Ashley Sidaway for Channel 4. Initially broadcast from 12 August to 4 November 1994, the series is narrated by English actor and frequent Hammer collaborator Oliver Reed.
Centre Play · 1973Centre Play
★ 7.01973
SeriesDrama
Anthology series of half hour plays produced in BBC's Television Centre's studios.
The Expert · 1968The Expert
★ 9.01968
SeriesDrama
The Expert is a British television series produced by the BBC between 1968 and 1976.
The series starred Marius Goring as Dr. John Hardy, a pathologist working for the Home Office and was essentially a police procedural drama, with Hardy bringing his forensic knowledge to solve various cases.
The Expert was created and produced by Gerard Glaister. The series was also one of the first BBC dramas to be made in colour, and throughout its four series had numerous high quality guest appearances by actors such as John Carson, Peter Copley, Rachel Kempson, Peter Vaughan, Clive Swift, Geoffrey Palmer, Peter Barkworth, Jean Marsh, Ray Brooks, George Sewell, Anthony Valentine, Bernard Lee, Lee Montague, Geoffrey Bayldon, Mike Pratt, Edward Fox, André Morell, Brian Blessed, Nigel Stock, Philip Madoc and Warren Clarke.
The New Avengers · 1976The New Avengers
★ 7.11976
SeriesDramaAction & Adventure
The New Avengers is a British secret agent fantasy adventure television series broadcast during 1976 and 1977. It is a sequel to the 1960s series The Avengers and was developed by Albert Fennell and Brian Clemens.
A joint United Kingdom-France-Canada production, the show picks up the adventures of John Steed and his team of Avengers fighting evil plots and world domination. Whereas in the original series Steed had almost always been partnered with a woman, in the new series he had two partners: Mike Gambit, a top agent, crack marksman and trained martial artist, and Purdey, a former trainee with The Royal Ballet who was an amalgam of many of the best talents from Steed's previous female partners.
Poldark · 1975Poldark
★ 6.91975
SeriesDrama
Poldark is a television drama based on Winston Graham's novels of the same title. It was first transmitted on BBC Two across two seasons between 1975 and 1977. The adaptation covered all seven novels (of the eventual twelve) published up to the time.
In late 18th-century Cornwall, Ross Poldark loses his fiancée, well-bred beauty Elizabeth, to his cousin Francis. He ends up marrying his servant, Demelza Carne, but his passion for Elizabeth simmers on for years. Meanwhile, he strives to make his derelict copper mines a success. Life is hard, smuggling is rife, and Ross finds himself taking the side of the underclass against the ruthless behaviour of his enemies, the greedy Warleggan clan.
Suspense · 1962Suspense
★ 6.71962
SeriesMysteryDrama
Anthology series telling suspenseful tales.
Jonny Briggs · 1985Jonny Briggs
★ 6.81985
SeriesFamily
Jonny Briggs centers on the exploits of a young boy, the eponymous hero, his pet dog, Razzle, and his eccentric family members.
The Far Pavilions · 1984The Far Pavilions
★ 7.41984
SeriesDramaAction & Adventure
Adapted from M.M. Kaye's best-selling novel, this dramatic HBO miniseries follows two star-crossed lovers -- the young British officer Ash (Ben Cross) and the betrothed princess Anjuli (Amy Irving) -- as they face daunting odds in their quest to be together. Set in India during the time of the British Raj, this haunting (and BAFTA-nominated) love story features spectacular scenery and an epic saga of battle, treachery and intrigue.
Number 10 · 1983Number 10
★ 7.01983
SeriesDrama
Follows the private lives of seven British PMs who lived at Number 10 Downing Street between the 1780s and the 1920s: William Pitt the Younger, the Duke of Wellington (Arthur Wellesley), Benjamin Disraeli, William Ewart Gladstone, David Lloyd-George, Herbert Henry Asquith and James Ramsay MacDonald.
Nicholas Nickleby · 1977Nicholas Nickleby
★ 7.01977
SeriesDrama
Nicholas Nickleby, a young boy in search of a better life, struggles to save his family and friends from the abusive exploitation of his coldheartedly grasping uncle.