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David Burke
David Burke
Age 91 years (May 25, 1934 – May 1, 2026)
Birthplace Liverpool, England, UK
Movies 15
TV Shows 30

David Burke

Actor · Since 1960
Time and sheer volume of work have made David Burke a veteran actor who has rarely been away from the screen for long. Of everything on the filmography, 'The Woman in Black' is the work that traveled the furthest. 'Sherlock Holmes' counts among the more visible credits. Viewing habits have changed more than once since the first credit. The filmography leans toward drama. Neither the cinema nor the television half of the career can be called the side project.
Time and sheer volume of work have made David Burke a veteran actor who has rarely been away from the screen for long. Of everything on the filmography, 'The Woman in Black' is the work that traveled the furthest. 'Sherlock Holmes' counts among the more visible credits. Viewing habits have changed more than once since the first credit. The filmography leans toward drama. Neither the cinema nor the television half of the career can be called the side project.
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The Young Messiah
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The Young Messiah
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Only the Lonely
George
2018
The Young Messiah
Blind Rabbi
★ 6.3
2016
The Woman in Black
PC Collins
★ 6.1
2012
Love and Distrust
Freddie (segment "The Summer House")
★ 3.8
2010
The Closer
Mr. Murdoch
★ 7.8
2010Season 6
The Summer House
Freddie
★ 2.3
2010
Spooks
Fiona's Father
★ 7.7
2005Season 4
The Rivals
Sir Anthony Absolute
★ 8.0
2004
Three Sisters
Chebutykin
2003
Frequently Asked Questions
Is David Burke still alive?
David Burke passed away on May 1, 2026 at age 91.
What are the most famous roles of David Burke?
David Burke is best known for roles in The Woman in Black, The Young Messiah, Twelfth Night.
How many movies has David Burke been in?
Over a 62-year career (since 1964), David Burke has appeared in 15 movies and 30 TV shows.
What was David Burke's first movie?
The career of David Burke began with Saturday Night Out (1964).
What is David Burke's most recent movie or series?
David Burke's most recent release is Only the Lonely, which premiered on January 1, 2018.
What TV shows has David Burke appeared in?
On television, David Burke has appeared in Agatha Christie's Poirot, Midsomer Murders, The Closer, Sherlock Holmes.
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David Burke
David Burke
1934-05-25 · Liverpool, England, UK

David Burke was a British actor, known for playing Dr. John Watson in two series of Granada Television's 1980s The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, which starred Jeremy Brett in the title role. He also starred as Josef Stalin in the last two episodes of Reilly, Ace of Spies.

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