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Nigel Havers

Actor

Nigel Havers

  • Born: 6 November 1951, Harrow, London, England
  • Estimated net worth: $10 million

Nigel Havers is a British actor known for his charming performances in film and television. He gained widespread recognition for his roles in 'Chariots of Fire' and 'The Charmer'. Havers has a reputation for his distinctive voice and gravitas, often…

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About Nigel Havers

Nigel Havers is a British actor known for his charming performances in film and television. He gained widespread recognition for his roles in 'Chariots of Fire' and 'The Charmer'. Havers has a reputation for his distinctive voice and gravitas, often portraying sophisticated characters in romantic dramas and comedies.

Born
6 November 1951, Harrow, London, England
Height
6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Spouses
Polly Havers (2003-present)
Children
2 children, names not publicly known
Parents
Margaret Havers, Richard Havers
Estimated net worth
$10 million

Fun facts about Nigel Havers

  • Nigel Havers originally trained as a lawyer before pursuing acting.
  • He has appeared in numerous stage productions, including a notable role in 'The Importance of Being Earnest'.

Famous Nigel Havers quotes

“I have to say, I do find it difficult to be serious.”
Chariots of Fire, 1981
“It's not easy being a gentleman in a world of thugs.”
The Charmer, 1987
“Life is a game of chess.”
Finding Alice, 2021

Nigel Havers filmography

Cast (132)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2026Elsinore MovieHospital Patron
2026Golden Boys TVLord Moyne7.5
2025Play for Today TVFrank7.0
2025Never Too Late MovieFrank
2025VE Day 80 TVSelf7.0
2025A Cruel Love: The Ruth Ellis Story TVCecil Havers6.5
2024The Gentlemen TVLord Whitecroft7.9
2023The Vintage French Farmhouse TVNarrator
2023Black Ops TVGerald5.9
2021Paul O'Grady's Saturday Night Line Up TVSelf - Guest7.0
Show 122 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
2021Finding Alice TVRoger Dillon5.6
2020Michael McIntyre's The Wheel TVSelf - Expert5.6
2020Agatha Christie: 100 Years of Poirot and Miss Marple MovieSelf - Narrator (voice)6.7
2020All Creatures Great & Small TVGeneral Ransom8.2
2020The Bidding Room TVSelf - Presenter1.0
2020Miranda: My Such Fun Celebration MovieSelf6.3
2019The Cockfields TVLarry6.5
2019Celebrity Gogglebox TVSelf6.6
2019Posh Hotels with Sally & Nigel TVSelf10.0
2017Murder on the Blackpool Express MovieDoc5.7
2017Timewasters TVDr. Eugene Braithwaite6.0
2017All Round to Mrs. Brown's TVNigel Havers8.2
2016We Love Sitcom MovieUnknown character
2016Trouser Bar Movie(uncredited)3.9
2015Reluctant Persuaders TVRupert Hardacre (voice)
2014Brian Pern: A Life in Rock TVTony Pebblé8.4
2012Tales of Television Centre MovieSelf8.0
2011Celebrity Antiques Road Trip TVSelf - Participant6.0
2011Rupture: A Matter of Life OR Death MovieNarrator (voice)
2009Lunch Monkeys TVUnknown character4.8
2007The Sarah Jane Adventures TVPeter Dalton7.1
2007The Alan Titchmarsh Show TVSelf4.5
2007That's What I Call Television TVSelf
2007Would I Lie to You? TVSelf7.8
2007Benidorm TVStanley Keen7.6
2006Penelope MovieMr. Vanderman6.7
2006Brothers and Sisters TVRoger Grant7.1
2006The One Show TVSelf4.3
2005Open Wide MoviePeter Hillman
2005The Friday Night Project TVSelf6.0
2004Who Do You Think You Are? TVSelf7.0
2004The Life and Death of Peter Sellers MovieDavid Niven6.6
2003Grumpy Old Men TVSelf7.4
2003Little Britain TVLeader of the Opposition7.1
2002Best Ever Bond MovieSelf5.7
2002I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! TVSelf6.0
2002Born and Bred TVHenry Williamson9.0
2002Manchild TVTerry4.5
2001The Gentleman Thief MovieA J Raffles
2001Murder in Mind TVNicholas Chadwick QC8.3
1999Paradise Lost MovieHofstadter3.9
1999It's Only TV But I Like It TVSelf6.5
1998Parkinson TVSelf
1997The Heart Surgeon MovieDr. Alex Marsden6.0
1997The Heart Surgeon TVDr. Alex Marsden4.3
1997Midsomer Murders TVAndrew Wilder7.5
1997Bridge of Time MovieHalek6.5
1996Element of Doubt MovieRichard6.5
1996Strangers TVPhilip4.2
1996An Audience with Freddie Starr MovieUnknown character6.0
1996TFI Friday TVUnknown character7.1
1995Liz: The Elizabeth Taylor Story TVMichael Wilding6.5
1995Chiller TVOliver Halkin6.2
1995Prophecy MovieOliver Halkin6.3
1995Dangerfield TVDr. Jonathan Paige7.0
1995The Glass Virgin TVEdmund Lagrange7.5
1994The Burning Season MovieSteven Kaye6.3
1994Room 101 TVSelf6.6
1994Lie Down with Lions MoviePeter Husak4.1
1992Terry Wogan's Friday Night TVSelf6.5
1992The Good Guys TVGuy McFadyean
1991Murder Most Horrid TVHarvey Stafford6.9
1991A Perfect Hero TVHugh Fleming7.2
1991Sleepers TVJeremy Coward / Sergei Rublev7.2
1991Sleepers MovieJeremy Coward/Sergei Rublev
1991The Private War of Lucinda Smith TVEdward Spencer-Grant10.0
1990Quiet Days in Clichy MovieAlfred Perlès4.4
1989Farewell to the King MovieCapt. Fairbourne6.0
1989A Bit of Fry & Laurie TVUnknown character7.9
1988This Morning TVSelf5.2
1987Empire of the Sun MovieDr. Rawlins7.5
1987The Charmer TVUnknown character4.2
1987Hold the Dream TVJim Fairley4.4
1987The Death of the Heart MovieThomas Quayne8.5
1987A Little Princess TVCarrisford7.7
1987A Little Princess TVThomas Carrisford7.7
1986The Whistle Blower MovieRobert "Bob" Jones5.8
1985Bon Voyage MovieRoddy Buchanan7.0
1985Burke & Wills MovieWilliam John Wills5.1
1985Combat MovieClement3.3
1984A Passage to India MovieRonny Heaslop6.8
1984Strangers and Brothers TVRoy Calvert7.0
1983Don't Wait Up TVTom Latimer6.7
1982Soft Targets MovieHarman10.0
1982Nancy Astor TVBobby Shaw7.7
1981Winston Churchill: The Wilderness Years TVRandolph Churchill6.2
1981Chariots of Fire MovieLord Andrew Lindsay6.8
1981Unity MoviePhilip Colindale9.0
1980A Question of Guilt TVDr Leach
1979Birth of the Beatles MovieGeorge Martin6.5
1979Coming Out MovieRichie5.0
1979Tales of the Unexpected TVMiller6.8
1978A Horseman Riding By TVPaul Craddock7.0
1978Who Is Killing the Great Chefs of Europe? MovieCounterman6.2
1978An Englishman's Castle TVMark Ingram6.3
1978Pennies from Heaven TVConrad Baker7.6
1978Full Circle MovieEstate Agent6.2
1978An Audience with... TVSelf5.3
1977Nicholas Nickleby TVNicholas Nickleby7.0
1976The Portland Millions MovieRonald Walker
1976Victorian Scandals TVRonald Walker10.0
1976French Without Tears MovieKenneth Lake7.0
1975Rumpole of the Bailey TVRonald Ransom7.1
1975Angels TVUnknown character4.5
1975The Next Voice You See MovieLudovic Bates9.0
1975Susan MovieJim
1974Playhouse TVPhilip Colindale7.0
1973Shabby Tiger TVToby Scriven10.0
1973Thriller TVLudovic Bates7.0
1972Crown Court TVPatrick Mills5.7
1972Crown Court TVBernard Crittenden5.7
1972Crown Court TVUnknown character5.7
1972Pope Joan MovieYoung Monk6.1
1972The Black Arrow TVRoger7.3
1971Upstairs, Downstairs TVPeter Dinmont7.8
1970Play for Today TVUnknown character6.6
1970Play for Today TVHarman6.6
1970Edward II MovieSoldier/ Attendant4.9
1965BBC Play of the Month TVKenneth Lake5.2
1965BBC Play of the Month TVLeonid Shervinsky5.2
1960Coronation Street TVLewis Archer5.3
TBAAbout A Bell MovieJeremy Delaunay

Crew (1)

YearTitleRoleRating
2003The Afternoon Play TVDirector · Directing6.5

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Questions about Nigel Havers

What are some of Nigel Havers' most famous roles?

Nigel Havers is best known for his roles in 'Chariots of Fire', 'The Charmer', and the television series 'Downton Abbey'.

Has Nigel Havers won any awards for his acting?

Nigel Havers has received several accolades, including the Best Actor award at the 1983 British Academy Television Awards for his performance in 'The Charmer'.

What was Nigel Havers' first film?

Nigel Havers made his film debut in 'The Last of Mrs. Cheyney' in 1979, which marked the beginning of his successful acting career.

What is Nigel Havers' estimated net worth?

As of now, Nigel Havers' estimated net worth is around $10 million, reflecting his successful career in film, television, and theatre.

How many children does Nigel Havers have?

Nigel Havers has two children, though their names are not publicly known.

What genre is Nigel Havers most associated with?

Nigel Havers is primarily associated with romantic dramas and comedies, often portraying charming and sophisticated characters.

What notable television series has Nigel Havers appeared in?

Nigel Havers is well-known for his role as Lord Hepworth in the popular series 'Downton Abbey', which has contributed significantly to his fame.

What is a defining characteristic of Nigel Havers' acting style?

Nigel Havers is recognized for his distinctive voice and ability to convey charm and elegance in his performances.