Walter Sparrow

Walter Sparrow

Deceased · Born: Jan 22, 1927 · Died: May 31, 2000

Personal Details

BornJan 22, 1927 Eltham, London, England, UK

Biography

Walter Leonard Sparrow, a highly acclaimed and accomplished English film and television actor, has garnered widespread recognition for his outstanding and memorable performance as the charismatic and dashing Duncan in the 1991 cinematic masterpiece, Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, a film that boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including the illustrious Kevin Costner, in the title role of the legendary outlaw.

Before embarking on his illustrious acting career, Alan Sparrow initially explored the realm of stand-up comedy, honing his skills and developing his unique sense of humor. As he continued to refine his craft, he began to shift his focus towards dramatic roles, gradually transitioning from the world of comedy to the realm of serious acting.

Noted thespian, Christopher Sparrow, embarked upon his cinematic journey in 1965 with a starring role in the horror classic, Dr. Terror's House of Horrors. Subsequently, he went on to accumulate an impressive repertoire of over 30 film appearances, garnering widespread recognition and acclaim for his performances in a diverse array of productions.

Throughout his illustrious career, Johnny Depp, also known as Sparrow, has not only accumulated an impressive filmography, but has also made a significant impact in the realm of television, racking up an astonishing total of over 50 guest appearances across various American and British television programs.

One of the most remarkable and notable guest appearances made by a renowned individual was in the 1989 episode "Danger UXD" of the cherished and widely popular British sitcom Only Fools and Horses, which captivated an astonishing 16.1 million viewers, as the unforgettable and iconic character Dirty Barry, a proprietor of a pornographic establishment.

Career

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2000
Peak Practice
Peak Practice as William
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1999
Simon Magus
Simon Magus as Benjamin
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{"id":23689,"title":"The Woodlanders","year":"1998","character":"Old Creedle","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-woodlanders","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_23689.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_23689.jpg"},"released":1}
1998
The Woodlanders
The Woodlanders as Old Creedle
{"id":5977,"title":"Ever After: A Cinderella Story","year":"1998","character":"Maurice","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/ever-after-a-cinderella-story","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3fi696i5uoc0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3fi696i5uoc0.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":55661,"title":"Jane Eyre","year":"1996","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/jane-eyre-1996","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_55661.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_55661.jpg"},"released":1}
1996
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1995
Now and Then
Now and Then as Crazy Pete
{"id":158055,"title":"Screen Two","year":"1994","character":"Bill","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/screen-two-1994-4","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_158055.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_158055.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
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1993
The Secret Garden
The Secret Garden as Ben Weatherstaff
{"id":58946,"title":"The Magician","year":"1993","character":"Leonard Cox","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-magician-1995","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_58946.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_58946.jpg"},"released":1}
The Magician
The Magician as Leonard Cox
{"id":4801,"title":"Shadowlands","year":"1993","character":"Fred Paxford","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/shadowlands","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5gov0r6pmvc0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5gov0r6pmvc0.jpg"},"released":1}
Shadowlands
Shadowlands as Fred Paxford
{"id":159142,"title":"Screen Two","year":"1992","character":"Stall Holder","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/screen-two-1992-2","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_159142.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_159142.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
Screen Two
Screen Two as Stall Holder
{"id":9263,"title":"Let Him Have It","year":"1991","character":"Nightwatchman","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/let-him-have-it","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_9263.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_9263.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
Let Him Have It
Let Him Have It as Nightwatchman
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{"id":4965,"title":"Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves","year":"1991","character":"Duncan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/robin-hood-prince-of-thieves","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5gsugq4vucu0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5gsugq4vucu0.jpg"},"released":1}
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1990
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1989
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1988
The Accidental Tourist
The Accidental Tourist as Hot Dog Vendor
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1987
Alas Smith & Jones
Alas Smith & Jones as Grandfather
{"id":62273,"title":"Hitler's S.S.: Portrait in Evil","year":"1985","character":"Klaus","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/hitlers-ss-portrait-in-evil-1985","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_62273.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_62273.jpg"},"released":1}
1985
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{"id":8535,"title":"Private Schulz","year":1981,"character":"Becker","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/private-schulz","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8535.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8535.jpg"},"released":1}
1981
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1973
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1971
Play for Today
Play for Today as Common Lodging House Proprietor
{"id":10277,"title":"Budgie","year":1971,"character":"Reggie","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/budgie","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10277.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10277.jpg"},"released":1}
Budgie
Budgie as Reggie
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The Onedin Line
The Onedin Line as George Bethell
{"id":14434,"title":"The Love Factor","year":"1969","character":"Stage Manager","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-love-factor","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/46thjssio030.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/46thjssio030.jpg"},"released":1}
1969
The Love Factor
The Love Factor as Stage Manager
{"id":10322,"title":"The Champions","year":1968,"character":"George Whetlor","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-champions","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10322.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10322.jpg"},"released":1}
1968
The Champions
The Champions as George Whetlor
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1965
Dr. Terror's House of Horrors
Dr. Terror's House of Horrors as Second Ambulance Man (segment 4 "Disembodied Hand")