Dean Andrews, a skilled and accomplished British actor, was born in the year 1963 in the charming town of Rotherham, a place that would later serve as the foundation for his remarkable journey in the world of entertainment. It was his outstanding portrayal of DS Ray Carling in the highly acclaimed BBC Television drama, Life on Mars, that catapulted him to widespread recognition and acclaim. This captivating performance not only earned him a plethora of accolades but also paved the way for his continued involvement in the show's spin-off series, Ashes to Ashes, in which he appeared from 2008 to 2010. Throughout his illustrious career, Andrews has consistently demonstrated his impressive range and versatility as an actor, effortlessly transitioning between diverse roles and leaving a lasting impact on the world of entertainment.
Personal Details
BornAug 6, 1963 Rotherham, Yorkshire, UK
Biography
Career
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2018

Agatha and the Truth of Murder as Wade
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Torvill & Dean as Colin Dean
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Dark River as Matty
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2017

The Moorside as PC Steve 'Kinchie' Kinchin
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2015

Banana as Alan
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Midsomer Murders as Tom Asher
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2013
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Being Eileen as Pete Lewis
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Vera as Jonah Regan
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2012

Girl Shaped Love Drug as Her Father
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Elfie Hopkins: Cannibal Hunter as Villager
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Last Tango in Halifax as Robbie
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2011

United as Bert Whalley
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Just Henry as Bill
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Weekender as Sergeant Thompson
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Marchlands as Eddie Maynard
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2010

Salvage as Clive
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2009

Kandahar Break as Steve Delamore
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Wish 143 as Bus Driver
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2008

Ashes to Ashes as Ray Carling
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2006

Missing as Mark Lanser
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Life on Mars as Ray Carling
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2005

Love + Hate as Derek
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My Summer of Love as Ricky
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2003

Between the Sheets as Steve Ashby
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2001

The Navigators as John