Michael Jayston
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Michael Jayston is a recognizable British television actor whose career is measured in seasons rather than in premieres. 'Doctor Who' is the credit that travels furthest. 'Highlander III: The Sorcerer' is another credit on the record. The first job came at 30. The bulk of the credits belong to drama. 61 titles carry his name.
Michael Jayston
25 Movies
36 Series
Michael Jayston is a recognizable British television actor whose career is measured in seasons rather than in premieres. 'Doctor Who' is the credit that travels furthest. 'Highlander III: The Sorcerer' is another credit on the record. The first job came at 30. The bulk of the credits belong to drama. 61 titles carry his name.
Movies
Plays Jack Donovan
Highlander III: The Sorcerer
1994
Plays Charles
Follow Me!
1972
Plays Col. Crealock
Zulu Dawn
1979
Plays Nicholas
Nicholas and Alexandra
1971
Plays Lewis Carroll (Charles Dodgson)
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
1972
Plays Henry Ireton
Cromwell
1970
Plays David Baker
The Internecine Project
1974
Plays Brian (segment "Mel")
Tales That Witness Madness
1973
Plays Kirk
Element of Doubt
1996
Plays Demetrius
A Midsummer Night's Dream
1968
Plays Detective Sgt. Wall
Craze
1974
Plays Arnold Craven
Dominique
1980
Plays The Valeyard
Doctor Who: The Mysterious Planet
1986
Plays The Valeyard
Doctor Who: Terror of the Vervoids
1986
Plays Capt. Hardy
Bequest to the Nation
1973
Plays Teddy
The Homecoming
1973
Plays Roger Masters
Ring Once for Death
1973
Plays Albert
Albert's Memorial
2009
TV Shows
Plays Bob Willis
Outside Edge
1994
Plays The Valeyard
Doctor Who
1963
Plays Quiller
Quiller
1975
Plays Lincoln Dowling
The Power Game
1965
Plays Neville Badger
A Bit of a Do
1989
Plays Peter Guillam
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy
1979
Plays Colonel Mustard
Cluedo
1990
Plays Mr Rochester
Jane Eyre
1973
Plays Ernest Bristow
The Darling Buds of May
1991
Plays Grover
Big Deal
1984
Plays Justice Craig
A Dinner of Herbs
2000
Plays Quentin Nightingale
The Ruth Rendell Mysteries
1987
Plays Henry Appleton
The Royal
2003
Plays Michael Harvey
Heartbeat
1992
Plays Keith Saunders QC
Crown Court
1972
Plays AC Henry Parkins
Foyle's War
2002
Plays Roger Masters
Thriller
1973
Plays John 'Jack' Worthing
BBC Play of the Month
1965
Plays Frederick Henry Royce
The Edwardians
1972
Plays Mansel
BBC2 Play of the Week
1977
Plays Colonel X
Press Gang
1989
Plays The Earl of Rufton
Sherlock Holmes
1984
Plays Frederick Henry Seddon
Lady Killers
1980
Plays Valentine
Stay Lucky
1989
Plays Austin Tupp
Time for Murder
1985
Plays G.B. Shaw
Tales of the Unexpected
1979
Plays Russell Stone
UFO
1970
Plays Reverend Arthur Gould
Midsomer Murders
1997
Plays Siegfried Sassoon
The Wednesday Play
1964
Plays Jimmy
Armchair Theatre
1956
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Full Filmography
From This Day Forward
Him
2019
Film
Albert's Memorial
Albert
2009
Film
Murder in Suburbia
Bradley · 1 episode
2004–
TV
The Royal
Henry Appleton · 3 episodes
2003–
TV
Foyle's War
AC Henry Parkins · 2 episodes
2002–
TV
A Dinner of Herbs
Justice Craig · 3 episodes
2000–
TV
Midsomer Murders
Reverend Arthur Gould · 1 episode
1997–
TV
Element of Doubt
Kirk
1996
Film
Highlander III: The Sorcerer
Jack Donovan
1994
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Michael Jayston still alive?
Michael Jayston passed away on February 5, 2024 at age 88.
What are the most famous roles of Michael Jayston?
Michael Jayston is best known for roles in Highlander III: The Sorcerer, Zulu Dawn, Cromwell.
How many movies has Michael Jayston been in?
Over a 59-year career (since 1965), Michael Jayston has appeared in 25 movies and 36 TV shows.
What was Michael Jayston's first movie?
The career of Michael Jayston began with Love's Labour's Lost (1965).
What is Michael Jayston's most recent movie or series?
Michael Jayston's most recent release is Alec Guinness: A Class Act, which premiered on September 3, 2024.
What TV shows has Michael Jayston appeared in?
On television, Michael Jayston has appeared in Doctor Who, Midsomer Murders, Sherlock Holmes, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy.
Michael Jayston
1935-10-29 · Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England, UK
Michael James (born 29 October 1935), known professionally as Michael Jayston, was an English actor. He played Nicholas II of Russia in the film Nicholas and Alexandra (1971). He has also made many television appearances, which have included playing the Valeyard in all fourteen episodes of the Doctor Who serial The Trial of a Time Lord (1986) and appearing in the Only Fools and Horses episode "Time on Our Hands" (1996) as Raquel's father, James.