Peter Richardson

Peter Richardson

73 · Born: Oct 15, 1951

Personal Details

BornOct 15, 1951 Newton Abbot, Devon, England, UK

Biography

Peter Richardson, a multifaceted British entertainer, entered the world on October 15, 1951, marking the beginning of a remarkable journey that would span numerous artistic disciplines, ultimately cementing his reputation as a talented and versatile actor, comedian, director, and writer.

Richardson's extraordinary career in comedy has culminated in his most notable association with the esteemed television series, The Comic Strip Presents..., a program that has garnered widespread critical acclaim and cemented his status as a leading figure in the British comedy scene.

From the outset of his remarkable career, Richardson has had the privilege of sharing the limelight with his esteemed and long-standing comedy partner, Nigel Planer, with whom he has collaborated on a plethora of comedic endeavors, thereby solidifying their reputation as a formidable and dynamic duo within the realm of British entertainment.

Richardson's extraordinary body of work, a timeless treasure trove of comedic genius, remains an integral part of the cultural fabric, transcending borders and continents to captivate audiences of all ages and backgrounds, as his remarkable legacy continues to be cherished and revered by comedy aficionados and newcomers alike.

Career

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2016
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2012
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2011
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2005
The Comic Strip Presents
The Comic Strip Presents as Couple at Cricket Match
{"id":2761,"title":"Absolutely Fabulous","year":1995,"character":"Tony","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/absolutely-fabulous","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_2761.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_2761.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
{"id":22751,"title":"Carry on Columbus","year":"1992","character":"Bart Columbus","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/carry-on-columbus","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_22751.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_22751.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
Carry on Columbus
Carry on Columbus as Bart Columbus
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1991
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1988
{"id":22745,"title":"Eat the Rich","year":"1987","character":"Henry","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/eat-the-rich","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_22745.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_22745.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
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1985
The Supergrass
The Supergrass as Harvey Duncan
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1983
The Comic Strip Presents
The Comic Strip Presents as Spider "Eight-Legs" Webb
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1982
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1981
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2023
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2007
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2005
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1981
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2016
The Comic Strip Presents
The Comic Strip Presents as Director, Writer
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2011
The Comic Strip Presents
The Comic Strip Presents as Director, Writer
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2005
The Comic Strip Presents
The Comic Strip Presents as Director, Writer
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2004
Stella Street
Stella Street as Director, Writer
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1997
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1991
The Pope Must Diet
The Pope Must Diet as Director, Writer
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1987
Eat the Rich
Eat the Rich as Director, Writer
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1985
The Supergrass
The Supergrass as Director, Writer
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1995