Jeremy Swift

Jeremy Swift

65 · Born: Jun 27, 1960

Personal Details

BornJun 27, 1960 Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham, England, UK

Biography

Jeremy Swift, a talented English actor born in 1960 in Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham, has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. His impressive career spans multiple decades and genres, from theatre to television and film.

Jeremy's professional journey began with a touring revue show that visited prisons and borstals, followed by a stint in theatre, where he worked with renowned institutions such as The National Theatre and the West End. His notable roles in plays like "What The Butler Saw" and "Abigail's Party" showcased his versatility as a performer.

As he entered his 30s, Jeremy transitioned to television, landing roles in the acclaimed adaptations of "Vanity Fair" and the cult classic "The Smoking Room" on the BBC. This marked the beginning of his journey into major feature films, including "Gosford Park," "Amazing Grace," "Oliver Twist," "Fred Claus," and "Jupiter Ascending."

Jeremy's international recognition came with his portrayal of Mr. Spratt, the loyal butler to Maggie Smith's character, in the hit series "Downton Abbey." He also appeared in the critically acclaimed "Foyle's War," playing the role of Glenvil Harris.

In his personal life, Jeremy is married to the talented actress Mary Roscoe, with whom he has two children. The family resides in London, where Jeremy continues to hone his craft and entertain audiences worldwide.

Career

2025
Snow White
Snow White as Doc (voice)
Grow
Grow as Mr. Gregory
2024
10 Lives
10 Lives as Happy (voice)
Sweetpea
Sweetpea as Norman
2022
The Art of Love
The Art of Love as Ben Parker
2020
Ted Lasso
Ted Lasso as Leslie Higgins
2018
Mary Poppins Returns
Mary Poppins Returns as Gooding / Badger (voice)
2017
Gun Shy
Gun Shy as Charlie
C.B. Strike
C.B. Strike as Owen Quine
2015
Jupiter Ascending
Jupiter Ascending as Vasilliy Bolodnikov
2014
Downhill
Downhill as Steve
The Crimson Field
The Crimson Field as QMS Reggie Soper
2013
Foyle's War
Foyle's War as Glenvil Harris
Canoe Man
Canoe Man as DS Twist
2009
Garrow's Law
Garrow's Law as William Grove
Red Dwarf
Red Dwarf as Noddy
2007
Boy A
Boy A as Dave
Fred Claus
Fred Claus as Bob Elf
Amazing Grace
Amazing Grace as Richard the Butler
2005
Oliver Twist
Oliver Twist as Mr. Bumble
2004
2003
To Kill a King
To Kill a King as The Earl of Whitby
2002
2001
Dark Blue World
Dark Blue World as Cpl. Pierce
1999
Bostock's Cup
Bostock's Cup as Sam Tilton
Vanity Fair
Vanity Fair as Jos Sedley
1996
Dalziel and Pascoe
Dalziel and Pascoe as Dave Fernie
1985
Mr. Love
Mr. Love as Boy in Projection Room
1983
Fords on Water
Fords on Water as Southern Soldier