Richard Leaf

Richard Leaf

58 · Born: Jan 1, 1967

Personal Details

BornJan 1, 1967 England, U.K.

Biography

Richard Leaf, a British thespian born in the year 1967, has etched a remarkable career trajectory, punctuated by a plethora of small yet impactful roles in both television and stage productions. His professional life has been marked by a steady stream of critically acclaimed performances, which have garnered him widespread recognition and admiration within the entertainment industry.

As a testament to his versatility as an actor, Leaf has effortlessly transitioned between the worlds of television and theatre, effortlessly adapting to the demands of each medium. His talent and dedication have earned him a reputation as a sought-after actor, with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of his craft.

But Richard Leaf's personal life is equally as fascinating as his professional endeavors. He is married to the talented actress Tamsin Greig, a woman known for her incredible range and versatility as a performer. Greig's impressive body of work includes iconic roles in popular shows such as Black Books, Green Wing, and Love Soup, cementing her status as a British acting royalty.

Leaf's cinematic career has been marked by a series of notable performances, with one of his most memorable roles being that of the Governor of York, a character with a direct familial connection to Edward I of England, in the highly acclaimed film Braveheart, directed by the renowned Mel Gibson.

In addition to his impressive work in Braveheart, Leaf's more recent role as John Dawlish, an Auror, in the 2007 film Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix has also garnered significant attention from both fans and critics of the franchise.

His portrayal of these characters has not only showcased his impressive acting range but also demonstrated his ability to convincingly bring complex and nuanced characters to life on the big screen.

Through his work in these films, Leaf has established himself as a talented and versatile actor, capable of taking on a wide range of roles and captivating audiences with his performances.

As a result, his name has become synonymous with excellence in the world of film, and his future projects are eagerly anticipated by fans and critics alike.

Despite his many accomplishments, Leaf remains humble and dedicated to his craft, continually pushing himself to new heights and exploring the depths of his acting abilities.

His commitment to his craft is evident in every role he takes on, and his passion for acting is palpable in each and every performance.

As a result, Leaf's fans eagerly await his next project, knowing that they will be treated to another outstanding performance from this talented and dedicated actor.

Richard Leaf's extensive repertoire in the world of film is only surpassed by his equally impressive range of performances in other mediums. One notable exception is his captivating portrayal of adolescent/father Hannibal Lecter in the 2007 movie Hannibal Rising.

Career

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2011
Midsomer Murders
Midsomer Murders as Evan Jago
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2008
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2007
Hannibal Rising
Hannibal Rising as Father Lecter
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2006
Penelope
Penelope as Jack the Bartender
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2005
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Derailed
Derailed as Night Clerk Ray
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2004
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Hardware
Hardware as Daniel
{"id":268470,"title":"Extn. 21","year":"2003","character":"Orman","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/extn-21","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_268470.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_268470.jpg"},"released":1}
2003
Extn. 21
Extn. 21 as Orman
{"id":23399,"title":"Enigma","year":"2001","character":"Baxter","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/enigma-2001","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7e7evfam9bu0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7e7evfam9bu0.jpg"},"released":1}
2001
Enigma
Enigma as Baxter
{"id":23171,"title":"Maybe Baby","year":"2000","character":"Justin Cocker","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/maybe-baby","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_23171.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_23171.jpg"},"released":1}
2000
Maybe Baby
Maybe Baby as Justin Cocker
{"id":1782,"title":"Relic Hunter","year":2000,"character":"Village Priest","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/relic-hunter","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_1782.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_1782.jpg"},"released":1}
Relic Hunter
Relic Hunter as Village Priest
{"id":6765,"title":"The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc","year":"1999","character":"Joan's conscience (young men)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-messenger-the-story-of-joan-of-arc","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/58sl8hgu9lv0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/58sl8hgu9lv0.jpg"},"released":1}
1999
The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc
The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc as Joan's conscience (young men)
{"id":103834265,"title":"Peak Practice","year":1999,"character":"Dr. Patrick Berry","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/peak-practice","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103834265.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103834265.jpg"},"released":1}
Peak Practice
Peak Practice as Dr. Patrick Berry
{"id":56633,"title":"This Is the Sea","year":"1997","character":"Pastor Lamthorn","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/this-is-the-sea","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_56633.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_56633.jpg"},"released":1}
1997
This Is the Sea
This Is the Sea as Pastor Lamthorn
{"id":10040,"title":"The Fifth Element","year":"1997","character":"Neighbour","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-fifth-element","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/51do9b8kskl0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/51do9b8kskl0.jpg"},"released":1}
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A Dance to the Music of Time
A Dance to the Music of Time as Barnabas Henderson
{"id":7574,"title":"Mary Reilly","year":"1996","character":"Screaming Girl's Father","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/mary-reilly","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_7574.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_7574.jpg"},"released":1}
1996
Mary Reilly
Mary Reilly as Screaming Girl's Father
{"id":57454,"title":"Jack & Sarah","year":"1995","character":"Stoned Man","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/jack-sarah-1995","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1nam7dpoqk3o.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1nam7dpoqk3o.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
Jack & Sarah
Jack & Sarah as Stoned Man
{"id":7100,"title":"Cutthroat Island","year":"1995","character":"Snake the Lookout","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/cutthroat-island","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6g4fuoiqkfv0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6g4fuoiqkfv0.jpg"},"released":1}
Cutthroat Island
Cutthroat Island as Snake the Lookout
{"id":18,"title":"Braveheart","year":"1995","character":"Governor of York","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/braveheart","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5ffmrv2qbfp0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5ffmrv2qbfp0.jpg"},"released":1}
Braveheart
Braveheart as Governor of York
{"id":8351,"title":"The Buddha of Suburbia","year":1993,"character":"Photographer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-buddha-of-suburbia","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8351.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8351.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
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1990