Peter Penry-Jones

Peter Penry-Jones

Deceased · Died: Mar 11, 2009

Personal Details

Parents
  • Rev. David Penry-Jones

Biography

Peter Penry-Jones, a renowned actor of remarkable talent, was born in the vibrant city of Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom, in the year 1938. His impressive acting career spanned numerous decades, with notable appearances in iconic films such as Superman IV: The Quest for Peace, released in 1987, and the esteemed television series Poirot, which premiered in 1989. Prior to that, he had already made a mark in the industry with his portrayal of a character in the 1972 television series Colditz.

Throughout his life, Peter Penry-Jones was blessed with the love and companionship of his devoted wife, Angela Thorne. Tragically, his life was cut short on March 11, 2009, when he passed away in Anglesey, Wales, United Kingdom.

Career

2002
Harold Shipman: Doctor Death
Harold Shipman: Doctor Death as Dr John Rutherford
2000
Longitude
Longitude as Surgeon
1995
Bliss
Bliss as Jeffrey Snowden
1994
Genghis Cohn
Genghis Cohn as Dr. Brauner
1992
Poirot
Poirot as Superintendent Carter
1987
Born of Fire
Born of Fire as The Manager
Superman IV: The Quest for Peace
Superman IV: The Quest for Peace as Tourist - Great Wall of China
1986
Howards' Way
Howards' Way as Colin Linsdale
1972
Colditz
Colditz as P.O. Peter Muir
1969