Martyn Sanderson

Martyn Sanderson

Deceased · Born: Feb 24, 1938 · Died: Oct 14, 2009

Personal Details

BornFeb 24, 1938 Granity, New Zealand

Biography

Martyn Sanderson, a multifaceted individual with a remarkable career, was born on February 24, 1938, in the picturesque town of Granity, New Zealand.

As an accomplished actor, he brought to life a wide range of characters on the big and small screens, leaving a lasting impact on the entertainment industry. Some of his most notable works include the critically acclaimed films "Flying Fox in a Freedom Tree" (1989),"The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring" (2001),and the television series "The Harp in the South" (1987).

Aside from his professional endeavors, Martyn was a devoted husband to Wanjiku Kiare, sharing a loving and supportive partnership.

Tragically, Martyn Sanderson's life came to a close on October 14, 2009, in Otaki, Manawatu, New Zealand. Despite his untimely passing, his legacy continues to inspire and entertain audiences to this day.

Career

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2009
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2001
{"id":197947,"title":"Chicken","year":"1996","character":"Bryce Tilfer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/chicken-1996","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_197947.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_197947.jpg"},"released":1}
1996
Chicken
Chicken as Bryce Tilfer
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{"id":799,"title":"Hercules: The Legendary Journeys","year":1995,"character":"Thoas","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/hercules-the-legendary-journeys","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3kf5fd3rl8u0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/3kf5fd3rl8u0.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
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1994
The Last Tattoo
The Last Tattoo as Ralph Simpson
{"id":9736,"title":"Shortland Street","year":1992,"character":"Noel Sturgess","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/shortland-street","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_9736.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_9736.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
Shortland Street
Shortland Street as Noel Sturgess
{"id":80113,"title":"Old Scores","year":"1991","character":"Acid Aitken","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/old-scores","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_80113.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_80113.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
Old Scores
Old Scores as Acid Aitken
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1990
Flying Fox in a Freedom Tree
Flying Fox in a Freedom Tree as Comissioner Towers
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An Angel at My Table
An Angel at My Table as Frank Sargeson
{"id":58680,"title":"The Tale of Ruby Rose","year":"1988","character":"Bennett","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-tale-of-ruby-rose","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_58680.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_58680.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
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1987
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1984
Trial Run
Trial Run as Alan West
{"id":80646,"title":"The Lost Tribe","year":"1983","character":"Bill Thorne","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-lost-tribe-1983","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_80646.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_80646.jpg"},"released":1}
1983
The Lost Tribe
The Lost Tribe as Bill Thorne
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1982
Bad Blood
Bad Blood as Les North
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Klynham Summer
Klynham Summer as Ned as Adult (voice)
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1980
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1977
Wild Man
Wild Man as Snake
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{"id":195833,"title":"Pallet on the Floor","year":"1986","job":"Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/pallet-on-the-floor","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_195833.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_195833.jpg"},"released":1}
1986
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1984
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1977
Wild Man
Wild Man as Writer
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1990
Flying Fox in a Freedom Tree
Flying Fox in a Freedom Tree as Director, Screenplay