Clive Russell

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Characters played by Clive Russell

Tyr — Thor: The Dark World (2013)

An Asgardian warrior, involved in the defense of Asgard.

Captain Tanner — Sherlock Holmes (2009)

Naval or military officer involved in strategic defense operations.

Captain Tanner — Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (2011)

Military or security officer, possibly overseeing operations or investigations.

Helfdane (Fat) — The 13th Warrior (1999)

Helfdane is one of Buliwyf's warriors who joins the attack on the enemy's caves. When Ahmed and the remaining Norse warriors escape, Helfdane is injured and cannot leave with them; he chooses to stay behind and continue fighting while the others return to prepare for the final battle.

Lancelot's Father — King Arthur (2004)

Father figure of Lancelot, appears in backstory or flashback scenes.

Sgt. Bormann — The Power of One (1992)

Sgt. Bormann is an abusive Anglo-South African prison guard who mistreats Black prisoners. He forces Geel Piet to eat manure from his foot and later beats him to death in retaliation for a protest concert organized by P.K. Age 12 and Doc. Bormann is subsequently found hanged in Geel Piet's cell.

Wyburd — Book of Blood (2009)

Mysterious stalker who abducts Simon, offers him a choice of death, and ultimately cuts off his skin as payment. Trapped in a building where he drowns in blood after Simon's demise.

Kenny Collins — The Hatton Garden Job (2017)

A member of the burglary crew, Kenny helps observe the Hatton Garden location before the robbery. He takes part with Brian, Danny and Terry when the group breaks through toward the vault, where their progress is disrupted by the heavy cabinet, faulty equipment and the decision to withdraw.

Jerry — Supervized (2019)

A Dunmanor resident whose powers go out of control, leading to a mandatory downward management procedure that results in his death. His stolen powers are later discovered being sold as drugs, sparking Ray's investigation.

Beame — The Wicker Tree (2011)

The Morrison family butler tasked with preparing Beth for her role as the May Queen. He attempts to sedate her with spiked milk, which accidentally kills the family cat, prompting Beth to flee and attack him.

MacPherson (voice) — Mist: The Tale of a Sheepdog Puppy (2006)

A wild ram perched on a cliff edge. Mist is sent to rescue him, but he attacks and pushes her off the cliff. Mist ultimately overcomes him using her training, allowing her to prove her skills.

Station Master — The Railway Children (2000)

The strict station authority figure who becomes angry and punitive when he catches Peter attempting to steal coal to warm their cottage.

Career Overview

Clive Russell has 99 screen credits in a career dating back to 1983. Their work spans 6 cinematic universes — most prominently Sherlock Holmes (RDJ) with 2 titles. Signature works include The Gudeman, Book of Blood, Bilby. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
99
Birth Date
1945-12-07
Birth Place
Winchester, Hampshire, England, UK

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 6 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q1102002), public domain (CC0).