Portrait of Colin Jeavons

Colin Jeavons

Acting

Biography

Colin Jeavons is a respected British actor known for his versatile performances across film, television, and theater. With a career spanning several decades, Jeavons showcased his talent in various roles, demonstrating a wide range of characters and genres. While not directly associated with "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy," his notable appearances in numerous British television series and stage productions contributed to his recognition in the entertainment industry. Jeavons' dedication to his craft and his ability to portray diverse characters with depth and authenticity earned him respect among peers and audiences alike.

Born: October 29, 1929

Place of Birth: Newport, Monmouthshire, Wales, UK

Filmography

1993
To Play the King

as Tim Stamper

1992
Stalin

as Yagoda

1992
The Master Blackmailer

as Inspector Lestrade

1991
1991
1990
The Widowmaker

as Mr Crathew

1990
House of Cards

as Tim Stamper

1989
Blackeyes

as Jamieson

1988
1986
Paradise Postponed

as George Titmuss

1986
Absolute Beginners

as Pamphleteer

1986
Lovejoy

as Bernard

1985
Home to Roost

as Edward Walker

1985
Bleak House

as Vholes

1985
EastEnders

as Mr Vaughan

1985
1984
Sherlock Holmes

as Inspector Lestrade

1983
Jane Eyre

as Briggs

1983
1983
Atlantis

as Lytton

1981
Bergerac

as Claude Raquin

1981
1981
Kinvig

as Jim Piper

1981
Kinvig (TV pilot)

as Jim Piper

1980
An Ordered Life

as The Composer

1980
Lady Killers

as Mr. A.T. Lawrence

1980
The Island

as Hizzoner

1979
The Old Curiosity Shop

as Sampson Brass

1979
Minder

as Fribbins

1979
Minder

as Lockwood

1979
Terry and June

as Police Sergeant

1978
Destiny

as Dennis Turner

1976
Schizo

as Commissioner

1976
Bill Brand

as Bernard Shaw

1975
1975
The Water-Baby

as Charles Kingsley

1975
The Sweeney

as Leonard Gold

1974
1974
Playhouse

as Anton Webern

1974
Diagnosis: Murder

as Bob Dawson

1971
Skin Deep

as Production Monitor

1970
Bartleby

as Tucker

1970
Play for Today

as Dennis Turner

1970
1970
Play for Today

as Donald Duck

1970
1970
Play for Today

as Production Monitor

1970
The Games

as Earnest Man

1970
The Hero of My Life

as Wilkie Collins

1970
Doomwatch

as Botting

1969
The Oblong Box

as Doctor (uncredited)

1965
1965
The Man in Room 17

as Dr. Jim Pearson

1964
The Wednesday Play

as Barry Raines

1964
Theatre 625

as Colonel Levin

1963
Doctor Who

as Damon

1962
1961
Sir Francis Drake

as Spanish Officer

1961
The Avengers

as Stanton

1960
Maigret

as Jean Metayer

1959
Bleak House

as Richard Carstone

1958
Pride and Prejudice

as Mr Wickham