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Douglas Campbell
Glasgow, Scotland, UK
Douglas Campbell, a stalwart in Canadian theatre, brought his rich acting, directing, and leadership skills to the forefront. Hailing from Scotland, Campbell joined Canada's Strat…
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Douglas Campbell, a stalwart in Canadian theatre, brought his rich acting, directing, and leadership skills to the forefront. Hailing from Scotland, Campbell joined Canada's Stratford Festival in 1953, where his versatile performances, from comedic to deeply emotional roles, captivated audiences for over four decades. His impact extended beyond acting to directing, showcasing his talent in productions like Stravinsky's "A Soldier's Tale" and "Julius Caesar." Despite brief forays into film and TV, his passion remained steadfast in live theatre. Honoured with the Order of Canada in 1997 and the Governor General's Performing Arts Award in 2003, Campbell's legacy endures through initiatives like The Douglas Campbell Award and Vancouver's Bard on the Beach's Douglas Campbell Studio Stage. Not only a remarkable actor, but Campbell also played a vital role in establishing professional theatre in Canada, leaving an enduring imprint on the country's theatrical landscape.
Filmography
Movies and shows, newest first
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2004
Noye's Fludde
Movie The Voice of God
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2000
Once Upon A Christmas
Movie Santa Claus
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1994
Due South
TV show Capt. Ed Smithers
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1990
I Bought a Vampire Motorcycle
Movie Mr. Bancroft
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1989
The Great Wall: Lovers at the Brink
Movie Camera Supervisor
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1986
The Boys from Syracuse
Movie Director
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1985
Perfect
Movie Party Pro
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1985
Charlie Grant's War
Movie Manlus
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1983
Strange Brew
Movie Henry Green
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1982
If You Could See What I Hear
Movie Porky Sullivan
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1980
Double Negative
Movie The Walker
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1980
Nothing Personal
Movie Critchett Sr.
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1979
Lost and Found
Movie British Professor
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1979
The Great Detective
TV show Inspector Alistair Cameron
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1976
Bill Brand
TV show Reg Starr
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1972
A Fan's Notes
Movie Paddy the Duke
More credits
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1965
When Tomorrow Dies
Movie Doug James
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1957
DuPont Show of the Month
TV show King Henry VIII
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1957
Oedipus Rex
Movie Oedipus
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1954
The Stratford Adventure
Movie Self
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1953
The Lady from the Sea
Movie A Stranger
