Patrick Drury

Patrick Drury

Personal Details

Biography

Patrick Drury is a distinguished and accomplished character actor, whose professional reputation has been largely defined by his captivating on-screen presence and versatility in a wide range of roles, with a particularly notable and memorable performance as John O'Leary, a shopkeeper, in the critically acclaimed and beloved Channel 4 television comedy series, Father Ted.

Drury's remarkable career trajectory has been marked by a plethora of memorable performances in an array of cinematic endeavors, with one such notable instance being his appearance in the 1980 horror film, "The Awakening", a production that boasted the esteemed presence of the legendary actor, Charlton Heston.

Noted British comedian, actor, and writer, Barry Cryer, has had the privilege of sharing the silver screen with a diverse range of talented individuals throughout his illustrious career. One such notable appearance was in the 1984 comedy film, Laughterhouse, alternatively titled Singleton's Pluck, where he had the pleasure of working alongside the esteemed Ian Holm.

Before exchanging vows with his spouse, Drury had previously entered into a legally binding union with the talented and accomplished actress, Caroline Langrishe, a notable figure in the world of entertainment.

Career

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2019
Queen Marie of Romania
Queen Marie of Romania as Woodrow Wilson
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2016
The Crown
The Crown as Lord Chamberlain
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2010
Lennon Naked
Lennon Naked as Apple Accountant
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2000
Midsomer Murders
Midsomer Murders as Robin Wooliscroft
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1995
Father Ted
Father Ted as John O'Leary
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1994
Screen One
Screen One as Maj. Anthony Hamilton-Smith
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1988
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1985
Singleton's Pluck
Singleton's Pluck as David Wolmer
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1980
The Awakening
The Awakening as Paul Whittier
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2011