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Peter Benson
★ Acting

Peter Benson

1943 – 2018 · Wallasey, Cheshire, England, UK · Active 1963–2003

Peter Benson, an English actor, made his mark in the 1970s with roles that showcased his ability to navigate the darker corners of cinema. In Cry of the Banshee (1970), he contributes to the eerie atmosphere as the film delves into supernatural horror. His role in The First Great Train Robbery (1978) further highlights his versatility, as he engages with a thrilling narrative centered around one of Britain's most infamous heists. Benson's performances in these cult films resonate within the exploitation genre, offering a glimpse into the era's unique storytelling.

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The First Great Train Robbery

The First Great Train Robbery

1978 ★ 6.7
as Station Despatcher

In Victorian England, a master criminal makes elaborate plans to steal a shipment of gold from a moving train.

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Filmography

49 credits
2000s 1 credit
2003
The Royal as Bernie Scripps
TV ★ 7.8
1990s 9 credits
1994
Movie ★ 7.5
1993
Peak Practice as Terry Alston
TV ★ 6.5
1992
Movie ★ 7.0
1992
A Touch of Frost as Bernard Elliott
TV ★ 7.5
1992
Heartbeat as Bernie Scripps
TV ★ 7.2
1992
Nice Town as Gerald
TV ★ 6.7
1990
Jeeves and Wooster as Mr Rowbotham
TV ★ 8.1
1990
TV ★ 6.0
1990
The Chief as Arthur Dolland
TV ★ 7.0
1980s 20 credits
1987
TV ★ 7.2
1986
Lovejoy as Peter Farquar
TV ★ 7.4
1985
Movie ★ 8.0
1985
Movie
1985
TV ★ 9.3
1985
Screen Two as Peggram
TV ★ 7.1
1983
Movie
1983
Henry VI Part 2 as King Henry VI
Movie ★ 7.5
1983
Movie ★ 8.0
1983
Henry VI Part 3 as King Henry VI
Movie ★ 8.0
1983
Henry VI Part 1 as King Henry VI
Movie ★ 7.7
1983
Movie ★ 6.4
1983
Blackadder as Henry VII
TV ★ 8.0
1982
Movie
1981
The Winter's Tale as Clown's Servant
Movie ★ 9.5
1981
The Borgias as Gaspare Pato
TV ★ 8.7
1981
Tenko as Jim
TV ★ 8.3
1980
Hawk the Slayer as Black Wizard
Movie ★ 4.8
1980
Hamlet as Second Gravedigger
Movie ★ 6.2
1980
The Enigma Files as Mr. Borrit
TV ★ 6.0
1970s 17 credits
1979
Tess as Religious Fanatic (uncredited)
Movie ★ 7.1
1978
The Sailor's Return as Charlie Nye
Movie ★ 6.2
1978
Movie ★ 7.0
1978
Night People as Arnold
Movie
1978
Movie ★ 6.7
1978
The Shout as Harry the Shepherd
Movie ★ 6.0
1978
Life of Shakespeare as Peter Phipps
TV
1978
TV ★ 7.8
1978
Born and Bred as Spanish Waiter
TV ★ 6.0
1977
TV ★ 7.0
1975
Movie
1975
TV ★ 7.0
1975
Trinity Tales as Reuben
TV
1974
Playhouse as Lenny
TV ★ 7.0
1974
Churchill's People as Robert Hooke, MA
TV ★ 5.0
1973
TV
1970
Movie ★ 5.4
1960s 2 credits
1969
Putney Swope as Mr. Jingle
Movie ★ 6.2
1963
Doctor Who as The Doctor
TV ★ 7.9