Elizabeth Begley

Elizabeth Begley

Personal Details

Biography

Elizabeth embarked upon a transformative career shift, leaving behind a stint at a shoe shop to pursue her passion for acting. This pivotal decision ultimately led to her debut in 1958 with Belfast's esteemed Group Theatre, marking the beginning of a multifaceted professional journey that would span across various mediums.

Throughout her illustrious career, Elizabeth made notable appearances on television, gracing the screens in acclaimed programmes such as "Police Surgeon", "The Sweeney", and "Harry's Game". Her impressive repertoire also extended to feature films, with notable credits including "Sons and Lovers", "The Leather Boys", "Face of a Stranger", and "The Outsider".

As her professional trajectory continued to unfold, Elizabeth remained committed to her craft, culminating in her final assignment, "Winter Music", for the reputable RTE.

Career

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2024
The Bannfoot Ferry
The Bannfoot Ferry as Sarah Corby (archive footage)
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1982
Harry's Game
Harry's Game as Mrs Duncan
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1980
The Outsider
The Outsider as Mrs Cochran
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1976
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1975
The Sweeney
The Sweeney as Mrs. Riley
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1972
Play for Today
Play for Today as Sarah Curdie
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1970
The Main Chance
The Main Chance as Mrs. Donnell
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1964
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The Leather Boys
The Leather Boys as Woman Receptionist
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1961
Dangerous Afternoon
Dangerous Afternoon as Mrs. Caldwell
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1960
Sons and Lovers
Sons and Lovers as Mrs. Radford
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2016