Reece Dinsdale

Reece Dinsdale

Born:August 6, 1959

Place of Birth:Normanton, Yorkshire, England, UK

Known For:Acting

Biography

Reece Dinsdale, born on August 6, 1959, in Normanton, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, is a versatile English actor known for his remarkable performances across stage, screen, and television. With a career spanning decades, Dinsdale has left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry with his diverse range of roles.

One of Dinsdale's notable early credits includes his role in the powerful and harrowing drama "Threads" in 1984, a film that showcased his talent and versatility as an actor. His performance in "A Private Function" in the same year further solidified his reputation as a skilled actor capable of portraying a wide array of characters with depth and authenticity.

Dinsdale's work on the small screen has been equally impressive, with memorable roles in popular television series such as "Home to Roost" (1985-1990), "Coronation Street" (2008-2010), "Waterloo Road" (2011), and "Emmerdale" (2020-2021). His ability to captivate audiences with his nuanced portrayals has made him a sought-after actor in the television industry.

In addition to his television work, Dinsdale has also made a mark in the world of film, with standout performances in movies like "ID" (1994), "Love Lies Bleeding" (2006), and "The Knife That Killed Me" (2012). His dedication to his craft and his ability to bring complex characters to life on the big screen have earned him critical acclaim and a loyal fan base.

Beyond his work in film and television, Dinsdale has also showcased his talent on the stage, with appearances in various theater productions. His portrayal of Hamlet in 1996 was particularly lauded, demonstrating his range as an actor and his commitment to delivering powerful and memorable performances in live theater settings.

Dinsdale's contributions to the entertainment industry have not gone unnoticed, with awards and nominations recognizing his talent and dedication to his craft. His work in projects like "Spooks" (2003), "Murder in Mind" (2000), and "Moving On" (2011) has cemented his status as a versatile and respected actor in the British entertainment scene.

With a career filled with diverse and compelling roles, Reece Dinsdale continues to captivate audiences with his talent, passion, and commitment to his craft. Whether on stage, screen, or television, Dinsdale's performances leave a lasting impression, showcasing his ability to embody characters with depth, emotion, and authenticity.

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Reece Dinsdale

Filmography

Acting

Threads

Threads

Jimmy Kemp

1984

Documentary style account of a nuclear holocaust and its effect on the working class city of Sheffield, England; and the eventual long run effects of nuclear war on civilization.
Hamlet

Hamlet

Guildenstern

1996

Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, returns home to find his father murdered and his mother now marrying the murderer... his uncle. Meanwhile, war is brewing.
I.D.

I.D.

John

1995

Four policemen go undercover and infiltrate a gang of football hooligans hoping to route out their leaders. For one of the four, the line between 'job' and 'yob' becomes more unclear as time passes . . .
A Private Function

A Private Function

P.C. Penny

1984

In the summer of 1947, Britain prepares to commemorate the wedding of Princess Elizabeth and Prince Phillip. To get around food-rationing laws, Dr. Charles Swaby, accountant Henry Allardyce and solicitor Frank Lockwood are fattening a black-market pig for the big day. Egged on by his wife, meek Gilbert Chilvers steals the swine, but the couple must conceal it from inspector Morris Wormold.
National Theatre Live: This House

National Theatre Live: This House

Walter Harrison

2013

It's February 1974. Ted Heath's Conservative government has been ousted. But only just. In the hung Parliament, Labour manages to form a minority government by sending its whips out wheeling and dealing with the Liberals, Scottish Nationalists and Northern Irish politicians. But this fragile alliance lasts only until October, when another election is called. This time, Labour win with a tiny majority of just three. Now things get tougher as old cross-Party agreements break down and even sick and dying MPs are wheeled into the chamber to cast their votes! James Graham's acclaimed new play whisks us back to the days of the UK's previous hung Parliament, when politics got really dirty in the battle for power.
Ahead of the Class

Ahead of the Class

Sean Devlin

2005

Drama based on real-life events. Marie Stubbs, a diminutive Glaswegian headmistress who is coming up to retirement age, takes on one last challenge: to improve the fortunes of St George's School in north west London which was facing closure after the notorious murder of its previous headmaster, Philip Lawrence, in 1995 as he was breaking up a fight between his pupils and those from a rival school.
Communicators From Hell

Communicators From Hell

1989

John Cleese training video.
The Secret Adversary

The Secret Adversary

Albert

1983

After a chance meeting and an indiscreet conversation, childhood friends Tommy Beresford and Tuppence Cowley become involved in a convoluted intrigue led by a mysterious man known simply as Mr. Brown.
Winter Flight

Winter Flight

Mal

1984

As the Falklands War looms, an RAF recruit falls for a young barmaid, but their romance is quickly complicated with some surprising news.
The Investigation

The Investigation

Teddy Boulder

2002

Tells the true story of a bungled and obstructed police manhunt for a serial killer who could and should have been imprisoned after his first crime. Two young RCMP officers, each separately investigating a rape and murder, captured the culprit, but because of legal red tape, jurisdictional chaos and incompetence, the suspect was allowed to continue his rampage until he was finally arrested and imprisoned - several murders later.
The Knife That Killed Me

The Knife That Killed Me

Paul's Dad

2014

A journey through the memories of teenager Paul Varderman as he reflects on the events leading to the fatal moment his life is cut short. Paul moves to a new school and becomes involved with 'The Freaks', a group on the periphery of school life, those who don't fit in: scene kids, emo kids, indie kids. Outsiders. At the same time he attracts the attention of the schools twisted and manipulative bully, Roth. When Paul delivers a message from Roth to the leader of a gang at a rival school, it sparks a dangerous feud. Faced with growing pressures from both groups, Paul must decide where his friendship lies, a decision that may cost him his life.
Coppers

Coppers

Robert

1988

Two bored twentysomethings buy a Vauxhall Cavalier kit it out with a siren and spend their evenings masquerading as police officers in this Screen One TV movie
Bliss

Bliss

Dr. Clive Sussman

1995

Dr. Sam Bliss, a medical research scientist based at Cambridge University, investigates bizarre and unexplained deaths, with the help of his assistant, Dr. Melanie Kilpatrick.
Love Lies Bleeding

Love Lies Bleeding

DI Dunne

2006

Self-made millionaire Mark Terry has no idea that his world is about to turn upside down when an old school friend appears with a grudge against him.

Romance and Rejection (So This Is Romance?)

Mike

1997

Mike is a composer who dreams of creating symphonies but instead, dashes off jingles for TV commercials -- all the while pining over ex-girlfriend Helen. But Mike's life takes several unexpected turns when he meets Sara. After the two depart for an idyllic vacation together, Mike locates his mother (Susannah York), who, 35 years previous, had left his father. Writer-director Kevin W. Smith's feature-film directorial debut.
The Attractions

The Attractions

Danny

1989

When Danny, 'one of Maggie's wandering minstrels', visits a seaside horror museum, he is rather disappointed. 'It's all about victims. Now people are interested in who done it, not who it got done to ...' So begins a process of disintegration which culminates in a new type of exhibit, 'an attraction' for the modern age.

Crew

Imaginary Friend

Writer

2010

Short film starring Maxine Peake and written by actor Reece Dinsdale