Timothy Spall is best known as Peter Pettigrew in Harry Potter, J.M.W. Turner in Mr. Turner, and Barry in Auf Wiedersehen, Pet.
Films
- The Last King of ScotlandDr. Nicholas Garrigan2006
- Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet StreetBeadle Bamford2007
- The King’s SpeechWinston Churchill2010
- Mr. TurnerJ.M.W. Turner2014
- DenialRichard Rampton QC2016
- The PartyBill2017
- SpencerMajor Gregory2021
- The Last PhotographTom Hammond2017
TV shows
- Auf Wiedersehen, PetBarry Taylor1983–2004
- The Canterbury TalesGeoffrey Chaucer2003
- Harry Potter and the Prisoner of AzkabanPeter Pettigrew2004
- Harry Potter and the Goblet of FirePeter Pettigrew2005
- Harry Potter and the Order of the PhoenixPeter Pettigrew2007
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1Peter Pettigrew2010
- The StreetEddie McEvoy2006–2009
- The Sixth CommandmentPeter Farquhar2024
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About Timothy Spall
Timothy Spall is a distinguished English actor and character performer, renowned for his versatile roles in film and television. With a career spanning over four decades, he has portrayed a wide array of characters, from historical figures to beloved fictional icons, earning critical acclaim and multiple awards.
FAQs
What is Timothy Spall best known for?
Timothy Spall is best known for playing Peter Pettigrew (Wormtail) in the Harry Potter film series, the titular role in Mr. Turner, and Barry Taylor in the long-running British TV series Auf Wiedersehen, Pet.
Has Timothy Spall won any major awards?
Yes, he won the Best Actor award at the Cannes Film Festival for his role in Mr. Turner (2014), and he has received numerous BAFTA nominations, including for his work in Auf Wiedersehen, Pet and The Street.
Is Timothy Spall in the Harry Potter movies?
Yes, he portrayed Peter Pettigrew (Wormtail) in several Harry Potter films, including Prisoner of Azkaban, Goblet of Fire, Order of the Phoenix, and Deathly Hallows Part 1.
What was Timothy Spall’s first major role?
His first major role was as Barry Taylor in the popular BBC series Auf Wiedersehen, Pet, which began in 1983 and ran intermittently until 2004.
Did Timothy Spall work with director Mike Leigh?
Yes, he has frequently collaborated with director Mike Leigh, appearing in several of his films including Secrets & Lies (1996), Vera Drake (2004), and Mr. Turner (2014), for which he won the Cannes Best Actor award.
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