Stephen Yardley

Stephen Yardley

83 · Born: Mar 24, 1942

1985

Personal Details

BornMar 24, 1942 Ferrensby, North Yorkshire, England, UK
Spouse
  • Elizabeth

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Jan Harvey

    ( Jul 7, 2025 to Jul 7, 2025 )

Biography

Stephen Yardley, a talented thespian, entered this world on March 24, 1942, in the picturesque village of Ferrensby, nestled in the heart of North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom.

With a career spanning numerous iconic productions, Yardley has made a lasting impression on the small and big screens alike. He is perhaps most notably recognized for his roles in the long-running British soap opera Coronation Street, the 1980 television adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Tale of Two Cities, and the classic science fiction series Doctor Who.

In his personal life, Yardley has been blessed with a loving partnership with the talented actress Jan Harvey. Prior to their union, he was previously married to Elizabeth, with whom he shared a special bond.

Throughout his life and career, Stephen Yardley has demonstrated his versatility as a performer, captivating audiences with his impressive range and depth as an actor. His dedication to his craft has earned him a place in the hearts of many, and his legacy continues to inspire new generations of performers.

Career

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1998
RPM
RPM as Chiarkos
{"id":9747,"title":"Virtual Murder","year":1992,"character":"Inspector Cadogan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/virtual-murder","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_9747.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_9747.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
Virtual Murder
Virtual Murder as Inspector Cadogan
{"id":103834428,"title":"Executive Stress","year":1986,"character":"Martin","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/executive-stress","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103834428.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103834428.jpg"},"released":1}
1986
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1985
{"id":9928,"title":"Howards' Way","year":1985,"character":"Ken Masters","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/howards-way","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_9928.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_9928.jpg"},"released":1}
Howards' Way
Howards' Way as Ken Masters
{"id":9990,"title":"Widows","year":1985,"character":"Vic Morgan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/widows","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_9990.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_9990.jpg"},"released":1}
Widows
Widows as Vic Morgan
{"id":33682,"title":"Slayground","year":"1983","character":"Turner","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/slayground","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_33682.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_33682.jpg"},"released":1}
1983
Slayground
Slayground as Turner
{"id":162666,"title":"Funny Money","year":"1982","character":"Ridley","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/funny-money-1983","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_162666.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_162666.jpg"},"released":1}
1982
Funny Money
Funny Money as Ridley
{"id":103835431,"title":"The Gentle Touch","year":1980,"character":"Jed Blanden","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-gentle-touch","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103835431.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103835431.jpg"},"released":1}
1980
The Gentle Touch
The Gentle Touch as Jed Blanden
{"id":8577,"title":"Secret Army","year":1978,"character":"Max Brocard","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/secret-army","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8577.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8577.jpg"},"released":1}
1978
Secret Army
Secret Army as Max Brocard
{"id":103834592,"title":"The XYY Man","year":1977,"character":"Willy 'Spider' Scott","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-xyy-man","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103834592.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103834592.jpg"},"released":1}
1977
The XYY Man
The XYY Man as Willy 'Spider' Scott
{"id":186083,"title":"Thriller","year":"1975","character":"Tosher","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/thriller-1975-6","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_186083.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_186083.jpg"},"released":1}
1975
Thriller
Thriller as Tosher
{"id":164610,"title":"Armchair Cinema","year":"1974","character":"Det. Insp. Laker","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/armchair-cinema","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_164610.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_164610.jpg"},"released":1}
1974
Armchair Cinema
Armchair Cinema as Det. Insp. Laker
{"id":64637,"title":"Adolf Hitler: My Part in His Downfall","year":"1973","character":"Lt. Martin","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/adolf-hitler-my-part-in-his-downfall","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_64637.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_64637.jpg"},"released":1}
1973
{"id":198389,"title":"The Wednesday Play","year":"1970","character":"PC Bradley","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-wednesday-play-1970-2","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_198389.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_198389.jpg"},"released":1}
1970
{"id":10431,"title":"Z Cars","year":1967,"character":"PC Alec May","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/z-cars","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10431.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10431.jpg"},"released":1}
1967
Z Cars
Z Cars as PC Alec May