Robert Hardy

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One of England's most successful and enduring character actors, with a prolific screen career on television and in films, Robert Hardy was acclaimed for his versatility and the depth of his performances. Born in Cheltenham in 1925, he studied at Oxford University and, in 1949, he joined the Shakespeare Memorial Theatre at Stratford-upon-Avon. Television viewers most fondly remember him as the overbearing Siegfried Farnon in All Creatures Great and Small (1978) but his most critically acclaimed performance was as the title character of Winston Churchill: The Wilderness Years (1981). His portrayal of Britain's wartime leader was so accurately observed that, in the following years, he was called on to reprise the role in such productions as The Woman He Loved (1988) and War and Remembrance (1988). Unlike some British character actors, Hardy was not a Hollywood name and his work in films was therefore restricted to appearances in predominantly British-based productions such as The Spy Who Came In from the Cold (1965), Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (1994) and Sense and Sensibility (1995). However, in the 21st century, Hardy came to the attention of a whole new generation for his performances in the hugely successful Harry Potter films, while also continuing to make regular appearances in British television series. His co-star from All Creatures Great and Small (1978), Peter Davison, quite simply described Hardy as an "extraordinary" actor who would "never do the same thing twice" when he was acting with him. He was awarded the CBE for services to acting. He died in August 2017.

Most Popular Robert Hardy Trailers

Total trailers found: 78

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Trailer (2002)

13 November 2002

Cars fly, trees fight back, and a mysterious house-elf comes to warn Harry Potter at the start of his second year at Hogwarts.

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Trailer (2005)

16 November 2005

When his name emerges from the Goblet of Fire, Harry Potter becomes a competitor in a grueling battle for glory among three wizarding schools.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Trailer (2004)

31 May 2004

Harry Potter's life is in danger once more as dangerous wizard Sirius Black has escaped from Azkaban Prison and is heading to Hogwarts.

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Trailer (2007)

08 July 2007

When a new professor's methods leave Hogwarts unprepared to fight the rising tide of evil, Harry teaches students how to defend against the dark arts.

Churchill: 100 Days That Saved Britain Trailer (2015)

25 January 2015

Churchill: 100 Days That Saved Britain brings to life letters, diaries, speeches and personal testimony to depict the months of May, June and July 1940.

Narnia's Lost Poet: The Secret Lives and Loves of C.S. Lewis Trailer (2013)

27 November 2013

C.S. Lewis's biographer A.N. Wilson goes in search of the man behind Narnia, a highly secretive man whose personal life was marked by the loss of the three women he most loved.

The Lost World Trailer (2001)

25 December 2001

This Lost World is a splendid BBC TV dramatisation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's famous adventure story.

Berserk! Trailer (1967)

01 November 1967

A lady ringmaster milks the publicity from a string of murders.

Sense and Sensibility Trailer (1995)

13 December 1995

The Dashwood sisters, sensible Elinor and passionate Marianne, learn that their prospects of marriage seem doomed by their family's sudden loss of fortune.

The Incredible Robert Baldick: Never Come Night Trailer (1972)

06 October 1972

Written by Terry Nation, Robert Hardy plays the eponymous hero of this 1972 one-off BBC drama; an occult detective who travels around in a lavish, bulletproof locomotive called 'The Tsar'.

Making Waves Trailer (2004)

26 July 2004

A romantic comedy about a group of ham-radio enthusiasts who, assuming they will never meet, exaggerate their identities on the airwaves.

Gawain and the Green Knight Trailer (1973)

01 June 1973

The medieval legend of a supernatural knight who challenges the king's men to kill him.

Ghosts in the Machine Trailer (2009)

27 October 2009

Documentary charting the history of the supernatural on British TV, revisiting classic ghost stories and controversial shows.

Othello Trailer (1955)

15 December 1955

The earliest British televised production in existence of the play Othello, with black American actor, Gordon Heath, in the title role.

In from the Cold? A Portrait of Richard Burton Trailer (1988)

20 September 1988

Tony Palmer's award-winning feature-length documentary profile of Richard Burton.

Bomber Harris Trailer (1989)

03 September 1989

Biography of Arthur Harris (aka "Bomber Harris") of RAF Bomber Command, during WW2 - in particular his strategy of heavy bomber "Millenium Raids" on German cities.

Mary Shelley's Frankenstein Trailer (1994)

04 November 1994

Victor Frankenstein is a promising young doctor who, devastated by the death of his mother during childbirth, becomes obsessed with bringing the dead back to life.

Twelfth Night Trailer (1980)

06 January 1980

Viola and Sebastian are lookalike twins, separated by a shipwreck. Viola lands in Illyria, where she disguises herself like her brother and goes into the service of the Duke Orsino.

How I Won the War Trailer (1967)

18 October 1967

An inept British WWII commander leads his troops to a series of misadventures in North Africa and Europe.

Snapshot Wedding Trailer (2017)

01 January 2017

A son of a retiring Priest, now on the rebound, decides on an unconventional route to find marriage.

The Gathering Trailer (2003)

23 February 2003

Itinerant traveler Cassie Grant comes out of a car accident in Glastonbury, England, with partial memory loss.

Nancherrow Trailer (1999)

01 January 1999

The basic story involves Loveday's struggle to keep the estate Nancherrow in the family after the death of her father.

The Stalls of Barchester Trailer (1971)

24 December 1971

Scholar Dr. Black's seemingly mundane assignment of sorting through the assets of the Barchester Cathedral library takes an eerie turn when he comes across the papers of the late Archdeacon, who plotted to gain his position through murder.

The Woman He Loved Trailer (1988)

03 April 1988

In 1936, Edward VIII abdicated in order to marry the woman he loved, Wallis Simpson, a twice divorced American.

Thunderpants Trailer (2002)

24 May 2002

An 11-year-old boy's amazing ability to break wind leads him first to fame and then to death row, before it helps him to fulfill his ambition of becoming an astronaut.

Lassie Trailer (2005)

16 December 2005

A family in financial crisis is forced to sell Lassie, their beloved dog. Hundreds of miles away from her true family, Lassie escapes and sets out on a journey home.

The Spy Who Came In from the Cold Trailer (1965)

16 December 1965

British agent Alec Leamas refuses to come in from the Cold War during the 1960s, choosing to face another mission, which may prove to be his final one.

Paying Guests (Part 2) Trailer (1986)

02 October 1986

Miss Howard's exhibition of water-colours at the Green Salon falters but then takes off. The season at 'Wentworth' is now drawing to a close, peoples' plans for the winter unfold.

The Barber of Siberia Trailer (1998)

11 November 1998

Douglas is a foreign entrepreneur, who ventures to Russia in 1885 with dreams of selling a new, experimental steam-driven timber harvester in the wilds of Siberia.

Paying Guests (Part 1) Trailer (1986)

01 October 1986

Spend some time in the company of the guests at 'Wentworth' - all taking the waters except for the Colonel and Miss Howard, who has some leisure for the beginnings of a late romance.

The Silent One Trailer (1973)

10 February 1973

Who is Anton Haliakov, who has just been abducted by the M.I.5 in London? A Soviet scientist apparently.

Old Man's Fancy Trailer (1965)

01 January 1965

An aging businessman's squabbling children object to his proposed marriage to his much younger assistant, and each for his or her own selfish reasons manoeuvres against it.

Mrs. Dalloway Trailer (1997)

01 September 1997

Clarissa Dalloway looks back on her youth as she readies for a gathering at her house. The wife of a legislator and a doyenne of London's upper-crust party scene, Clarissa finds that the plight of ailing war veteran Septimus Warren Smith reminds her of a past romance with Peter Walsh.

10 Rillington Place Trailer (1971)

10 February 1971

The story of British serial killer John Christie, who committed most or all of his crimes in the titular terraced house, and the miscarriage of justice involving Timothy Evans.

The Pied Piper of Hamelin Trailer (1980)

12 March 1980

In 1376, the city of Hamelin is freed from a plague of hungry rats by a mysterious Piper who plays a tune and leads the vermin on a mery dance out of town and straight in to the river.

Jenny's War Trailer (1985)

25 October 1985

This fact-based story follows a woman who launches a rescue of her Royal Air Force pilot son, who was shot down over Germany in 1941.

Make and Break Trailer (1987)

02 January 1987

Lots of pent up business people struggle to balance business with pleasure.

The Death of the Heart Trailer (1987)

03 May 1987

A young orphan girl, Portia, goes to live with her well-to-do aunt and uncle. As she is groomed to become a lady, she is confused by the young man who seems to be courting her.

An Ideal Husband Trailer (1999)

18 May 1999

Rising politician Robert Chiltern once sold secret information and is now being blackmailed by Laura Cheveley.

Speed King Trailer (1979)

19 December 1979

Biopic of Malcolm Campbell, detailing his tumultuous life and extreme drive as he attempts to break the world speed records on land and water.

Marie Stopes: Sexual Revolutionary Trailer (1970)

25 June 1970

Set in 1923, a British author named Marie Stopes is having quite the tumultuous life until one day she attempts to sue Dr.

Northanger Abbey Trailer (1987)

15 February 1987

A young girl, whose head is full of romantic and melodramatic notions, goes to stay with the wealthy Tilney family.

Margaret Trailer (2009)

26 March 2009

A detailed and compelling portrait of one of the most formidable characters in British politics as she faces her final days in power.

The Zany Adventures of Robin Hood Trailer (1984)

22 May 1984

The evil brother of Richard the Lionheart is holding the king for ransom, and only Robin Hood and his band of merry men can save him.

Demons of the Mind Trailer (1972)

05 November 1972

A physician discovers that two children are being kept virtually imprisoned in their house by their father.

Caesar and Claretta Trailer (1975)

08 May 1975

'Caesar and Claretta' dramatises the last few hours in the lives of Benito Mussolini (El Duce, played by Robert Hardy) and his mistress Claretta (played by Helen Mirren).

Young Winston Trailer (1972)

20 July 1972

This historical drama is an account of the early life of British politician Winston Churchill, including his childhood years, his time as a war correspondent in Africa, and culminating with his first election to Parliament.

The Slap Trailer (1974)

23 October 1974

A Parisian teacher loses his cool when his teenage daughter tells him she plans to drop out of school and move in with her boyfriend.

Dark Places Trailer (1973)

01 May 1973

The heir of a mysterious estate must unveil its secrets and discover its treasures before a scheming doctor and his seductive sister can steal what is rightfully his.

Psychomania Trailer (1973)

01 March 1973

A gang of young people call themselves the Living Dead. They terrorize the population from their small town.

Warm Feet, Warm Heart Trailer (1970)

22 September 1970

Albert has to chose between his wife Ursula and Molly, the cook in his factory. One empties his wallet regularly, the other other feeds him heartily.

The Master Blackmailer Trailer (1992)

02 February 1992

For years, a blackmailer has been preying on the weaknesses of others throughout London. When Holmes hears of the utter misery this mystery man is creating, he adopts a campaign to thwart his evil scheming.

Torpedo Run Trailer (1958)

24 October 1958

A submarine commander is on a relentless pursuit of a Japanese aircraft carrier in the South Seas during World War II.

The Demon Lover Trailer (1986)

21 June 1986

When young Kathleen makes a promise to Keith Cameron during World War One, that no matter what happens they will meet again one day, she little realises what the consequences could be.

A Feast at Midnight Trailer (1994)

01 November 1994

A new student at a British public school forms a secret society centered around cooking and midnight feasting with other school misfits and outcasts.

Yellow Dog Trailer (1973)

11 August 1973

A Japanese cop is sent to join the London police force on a secret investigation.

Son of Man Trailer (1969)

16 April 1969

Dennis Potter's controversial reading of the life of Christ, with Jesus portrayed as a hearty, fiery, well-meaning carpenter who believes that people should try to love their enemies rather than fight all the time, but who is racked by self doubt as to whether or not he is the popularly anticipated Messiah.

Bertie and Elizabeth Trailer (2002)

04 June 2002

The life of England’s George VI, who was forced to become King following the abdication of his brother, and his relationship with his wife, Elizabeth.

Black Legend Trailer (1949)

10 January 1949

A dramatic retelling of the brutal double murder of Martha Broomham and her son Robert perpetrated by her husband George and his mistress Dorothy Newman on 23 February 1676.

Marcus Welby, M.D.: A Holiday Affair Trailer (1988)

19 December 1988

Robert Young brings his Marcus Welby alter ego to television for one last time. Having retired, the good doctor takes a trip to Europe alone and falls in love with an American divorcee who is caring for a blind dancer.