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Antony Sher
Antony Sher

Antony Sher

Actor
72 years (Jun 14, 1949 – Dec 3, 2021)Cape Town, South Africa
Antony Sher has built a long career as a South African actor whose name has been turning up in credits for decades. Work has kept arriving for 48 years, which is its own kind of achievement. The film 'Shakespeare in Love' accounts for more of the public profile than anything else does. 'Superman II' rounds out the better-known part of the filmography. The career opened quietly, the way most long ones do. The filmography leans toward drama.
Antony Sher has built a long career as a South African actor whose name has been turning up in credits for decades. Work has kept arriving for 48 years, which is its own kind of achievement. The film 'Shakespeare in Love' accounts for more of the public profile than anything else does. 'Superman II' rounds out the better-known part of the filmography. The career opened quietly, the way most long ones do. The filmography leans toward drama.
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RSC Live: King Lear
King Lear
★ 8.0
2016
War Book
David
★ 5.1
2015
RSC Live: Henry IV Part 1
Sir John Falstaff
2015
RSC Live: Henry IV Part 2
Sir John Falstaff
2015
Agatha Christie's Marple
Rafiel
★ 7.9
2013Season 6
National Theatre Live: Travelling Light
Jacob Bindel
2012
Dickens in London
Older Dickens(Voice)
★ 8.0
2012
The Shadow Line
Peter Glickman · 7 episodes
★ 7.6
2011–
The Wolfman
Dr. Hoenneger
★ 5.9
2010
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Antony Sher still alive?
Antony Sher passed away on December 3, 2021 at age 72.
What are the most famous roles of Antony Sher?
Antony Sher is best known for roles in Shakespeare in Love, Superman II, The Wolfman.
How many movies has Antony Sher been in?
Over a 43-year career (since 1978), Antony Sher has appeared in 25 movies and 14 TV shows.
What was Antony Sher's first movie?
The career of Antony Sher began with Cold Harbour (1978).
What is Antony Sher's most recent movie or series?
Antony Sher's most recent release is Joe Orton Laid Bare, which premiered on November 25, 2017.
What TV shows has Antony Sher appeared in?
On television, Antony Sher has appeared in Agatha Christie's Marple, One Foot in the Grave, The Shadow Line, The Company.
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Antony Sher
Antony Sher
1949-06-14 · Cape Town, South Africa

Sir Antony Sher, KBE (born 14 June 1949) was an English actor of South African origin, a two-time Laurence Olivier Award winner and four-time nominee. He joined the Royal Shakespeare Company in 1982 and toured in many roles, as well as appearing on film and TV, and working as a writer and theatre director. He died of cancer on 3rd December 2021.

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