
Actor
Mark Wing-Davey
Born November 30, 1948 in London, England, UK
19 films
Mark Wing-Davey is a respected British actor, director, and educator known for his contributions to both stage and screen. He gained prominence for his portrayal of Zaphod Beeblebrox in the original BBC television adaptation of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy." His performance as the eccentric and multi-headed President of the Galaxy added a charismatic and offbeat dimension to the character. Beyond his acting, Wing-Davey has made significant strides as a theater director, particularly in experimental and contemporary productions. His contributions to the entertainment industry, both as an actor and director, have established him as a versatile and influential figure in the world of performing arts.
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First watchThe Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy19817.3as Zaphod BeeblbroxDon't Panic! The story of Arthur Dent, an average Englishman whose life was spared by his friend, who turned out to be an alien, while the planet Earth is destroyed.View filmEssential films
Ranked by acclaim and reachFilmography
19 films as actor- 2001The Grey ZoneSchott
- 1991One Against the WindCol. Miles Grant, Leggat's CO
- 1989ResurrectedMajor Dunbar
- 1988TumbledownAdjutant Stewart Inglis
- 1988Darkest England
- 1988Didn't You Kill My Brother?Party Guest
- 1983An Englishman AbroadHamlet
- 1983The Tragedy of Richard IIIFirst Citizen / Sir James Tyrrel
- 1983Henry VI Part 3Earl of Warwick
- 1983Henry VI Part 2Earl of Warwick
- 1983Henry VI Part 1Earl of Warwick
- 1981The Hitch Hikers Guide to the GalaxyZaphod Beeblbrox
- 1980Breaking GlassFordyce
- 1980Boogie
- 1978Stronger Than the SunBrian
- 1976Ready When You Are, Mr McGillTerry
- 1976Out of the Trees
- 1975The Crazy KillCater
- 1975The After Dinner GameBen Good
