David Calder (actor)

David Calder (born 1 August 1946) is a British actor, known for his extensive work in theatre, film, and television.

Early Life and Education:

Calder was born in Portsmouth, Hampshire, England. He trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.

Career:

Calder has enjoyed a long and successful career, appearing in a wide range of roles. His stage work includes performances with the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre. He has portrayed various Shakespearean characters, including notable interpretations in productions of King Lear and Hamlet.

His television credits are numerous and diverse, ranging from dramas and comedies to historical pieces. Notable appearances include roles in Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, The Government Inspector, Poirot, The Hatton Garden Job, Motherland and Inside No. 9.

Calder has also worked in film, with roles in movies such as The World Is Not Enough, Perfume: The Story of a Murderer, and The Lady in the Van.

Selected Filmography:

• The World Is Not Enough (1999)
• Perfume: The Story of a Murderer (2006)
• The Lady in the Van (2015)
• The Hatton Garden Job (2017)

Selected Television Credits:

• Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (1979)
• Poirot (1989)
• The Government Inspector (2005)
• Motherland (2016-present)
• Inside No. 9 (2018)

Selected Theatre Credits:

• Numerous productions with the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre, including roles in King Lear and Hamlet.