Derek Benfield

Derek Benfield

Deceased · Born: Mar 11, 1926 · Died: Mar 10, 2009

Personal Details

BornMar 11, 1926 Bradford, West Yorkshire, England, UK

Biography

Derek Benfield, a multifaceted individual of great talent and accomplishment, entered this world on March 11, 1926, in the vibrant city of Bradford, situated in the picturesque county of West Yorkshire, within the boundaries of England, United Kingdom.

Throughout his remarkable life, Benfield distinguished himself as a skilled actor and writer, leaving an indelible mark on the world of entertainment. His impressive repertoire of work includes notable appearances in films such as Lifeforce, released in 1985, as well as his contributions to the popular television series Hetty Wainthropp Investigates, which premiered in 1995, and the classic drama Z Cars, which first aired in 1962.

Benfield's personal life was marked by a deep commitment to his loved ones, as he was devoted to his wife, the lovely Susan Lyall Grant.

Ultimately, Derek Benfield's remarkable journey on this earth came to a close on March 10, 2009, in the charming town of Esher, located in the county of Surrey, within the picturesque county of England, United Kingdom.

Career

2008
Coronation Street: Out of Africa
Coronation Street: Out of Africa as Minor Role (uncredited)
1998
1992
Screen One
Screen One as Man on Bus
1987
The Girl
The Girl as Janitor
1985
Lifeforce
Lifeforce as Physician
1982
Remembrance
Remembrance as Vincent's Father
1980
Rumpole of the Bailey
Rumpole of the Bailey as Albert Handyside
1979
The Knowledge
The Knowledge as Football Driver
1978
Rumpole of the Bailey
Rumpole of the Bailey as Albert Handyside
1976
Sharon's Baby
Sharon's Baby as Police Inspector
1969
Crossplot
Crossplot as Man In Cafe
1965
Theatre 625
Theatre 625 as Sergeant Byrom
1959
Room at the Top
Room at the Top as Man in Bar (uncredited)