Bill Dean

Bill Dean

Deceased · Born: Sep 3, 1921 · Died: Apr 20, 2000

1971

Personal Details

BornSep 3, 1921 Liverpool, England, UK

Biography

Bill Dean, a talented actor, entered the world on September 3, 1921, in the vibrant city of Liverpool, England, UK. Born in the midst of a bustling metropolis, he would go on to leave an indelible mark on the world of cinema. Throughout his illustrious career, he appeared in a wide range of films, including the critically acclaimed "Gumshoe" (1971),the gritty and thought-provoking "Scum" (1979),and the charming adaptation of the classic novel "The Good Companions" (1980).

As his remarkable career spanned the decades, Bill Dean's presence on the silver screen left a lasting impression on audiences worldwide. His performances were marked by a depth, nuance, and authenticity that captivated viewers and earned him a reputation as one of the most skilled actors of his time.

Sadly, Bill Dean's life came to a close on April 20, 2000, in the picturesque town of Wirral, Merseyside, England, UK. His passing left a profound sense of loss in the entertainment community, as his friends, colleagues, and fans mourned the loss of a true thespian.

Career

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1998
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1996
Hillsborough
Hillsborough as Additional Cast
{"id":13347,"title":"Priest","year":"1995","character":"Altar Boy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/priest-1994","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_13347.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_13347.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
Priest
Priest as Altar Boy
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1991
Let Him Have It
Let Him Have It as Foreman of the Jury
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1983
Slayground
Slayground as Compere
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1981
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1980
Rising Damp
Rising Damp as Workman
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The Mirror Crack'd
The Mirror Crack'd as Man in Village Hall (uncredited)
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1979
Scum
Scum as Mr Duke
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1978
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1977
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1976
Beasts
Beasts as Duggie Jeb
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1975
Slade in Flame
Slade in Flame as Club Owner (uncredited)
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The Sweeney
The Sweeney as Charlie Norton
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1973
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Night Watch
Night Watch as Inspector Walker
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1972
Public Eye
Public Eye as Mr. Steadman
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1971
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Gumshoe
Gumshoe as Tommy Wright
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Family Life
Family Life as Mr. Baildon
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Justice
Justice as Charlie Keen
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1969
Kes
Kes as Fish and Chip Shop Man
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1968