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Peter Purves
Peter Purves
87 years (Feb 10, 1939)
Lancashire, England, UK
12 Movies
7 TV Shows

Peter Purves

Peter Purves is a British television actor whose career is measured in seasons rather than in premieres. The career runs to 61 years so far. Casting him as Morton Dill in 'Doctor Who' gave the career its center. He began at 26. Drama has been the steadiest territory.
Peter Purves is a British television actor whose career is measured in seasons rather than in premieres. The career runs to 61 years so far. Casting him as Morton Dill in 'Doctor Who' gave the career its center. He began at 26. Drama has been the steadiest territory.
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How old is Peter Purves and where are they from?
Peter Purves is 87 years old, born on February 10, 1939 in Lancashire, England, UK.
What are the most famous roles of Peter Purves?
Peter Purves is best known for roles in Doctor Who: The Time Meddler, Doctor Who: The Chase, Doctor Who: The Daleks' Master Plan.
How many movies has Peter Purves been in?
Over a 61-year career (since 1965), Peter Purves has appeared in 10 movies and 6 TV shows.
What was Peter Purves's first movie?
The career of Peter Purves began with Doctor Who: The Chase (1965).
What is Peter Purves's most recent movie or series?
Peter Purves's most recent release is A Christmas Carol - A Filmed Radio Play Live on Stage, which premiered on December 17, 2025.
What TV shows has Peter Purves appeared in?
On television, Peter Purves has appeared in The Office, Doctor Who, EastEnders, Harry Hill's TV Burp.
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Peter Purves
Peter Purves
1939-02-10 · Lancashire, England, UK

Peter John Purves (born 10 February 1939) is an English television presenter and actor. He played Steven Taylor in Doctor Who under the First Doctor, a role he continued to play in audio dramas for Big Finish Productions. He later became a presenter on the BBC children's programme Blue Peter for eleven years. He has continued to make regular television appearances, including coverage of the Crufts dog show.

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