Michael Carter

Michael Carter

77 · Born: Jun 29, 1947

Personal Details

BornJun 29, 1947 Dumfries, Scotland, UK

Biography

Michael Carter, a Scottish thespian of considerable renown, was born on June 29, 1947. Throughout his illustrious career, he has made a lasting impression on audiences worldwide by bringing to life a diverse array of characters on both the big and small screens.

One of his most iconic roles is that of Gerald Bringsley in the 1981 horror-comedy film An American Werewolf in London, a performance that has become deeply ingrained in popular culture.

In addition to his work in film, Carter has also made a significant impact on the world of stage and television, with a notable turn as Bib Fortuna in the 1983 science fiction epic Star Wars: Return of the Jedi.

Furthermore, his portrayal of Von Thurnburg in the 2006 magical drama The Illusionist has cemented his status as a master of his craft.

Career

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2025
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2023
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2015
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2010
Centurion
Centurion as General Antoninus
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2007
Rebus
Rebus as Rev John Carson
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2006
The Illusionist
The Illusionist as Von Thurnburg
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1992
The Cloning of Joanna May
The Cloning of Joanna May as Police Inspector
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1989
She's Been Away
She's Been Away as Head Waiter
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1985
Operation Julie
Operation Julie as Hugh Truscott
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Out of the Darkness
Out of the Darkness as Julian Reid
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1984
A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol as Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come
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1983
The Keep
The Keep as Radu Molasar
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1981
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1980
Play for Today
Play for Today as 1st Youth
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2020
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2009
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1991
One Man's War
One Man's War as Screenplay