Ben Cross

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Characters played by Ben Cross

Sarek — Star Trek (2009)

Vulcan ambassador, father of Spock, strict adherent to Vulcan logic.

Cardinal Matthews — Prey for the Devil (2022)

Cardinal Matthews is a senior Church authority who participates in the school's leadership response to Sister Ann's actions. After the crisis involving Natalie and Ann's possession, the Cardinal and the school's leadership reward Ann with an academic fellowship to study at the Vatican.

Steven Parker — Undisputed II: Last Man Standing (2006)

British inmate and Chambers' cellmate. Acts as cornerman but is manipulated into drugging Chambers.

Ben Ner — The Order (2001)

The hostile Israeli Police Chief who pursues Rudy for alleged smuggling. He secretly joins the Order to seek the mythical treasure, attempts to delay the bomb detonation for personal gain, and meets his end after falling into a pit trap.

Harold Abrahams — Chariots of Fire (1981)

A Cambridge student and Jewish British sprinter who confronts antisemitism and class prejudice while pursuing athletic excellence. He hires Sam Mussabini as his professional coach, falls in love with Sybil Gordon, loses to Eric Liddell, then wins the Olympic 100 metres and later marries Sybil.

Father Michael — The Unholy (1988)

A priest appointed to the St. Agnes parish after surviving a mysterious fall. He investigates his predecessor's murder, witnesses poltergeist activity, and learns he is chosen to fight a demon. He ultimately confronts the Unholy entity in the church, defeats it through prayer, but is left blind after the battle.

King Hrothgar — Grendel (2007)

The aging King of the Danes who initially founded a prosperous city before being forced into exile by monsters. He reluctantly maintained temporary peace through child sacrifices. He welcomes Beowulf, disapproves of his son's recklessness, and guides Beowulf to a weapon to defeat Hag.

Malagant — First Knight (1995)

Former Round Table knight turned rebel, seeks the throne and kidnaps Guinevere.

Dixon — The Hurricane Heist (2018)

Gulfport Sheriff who secretly collaborates with Perkins. Attempts to ambush Will and Casey but is shot by Casey. Later turns on Perkins to claim the loot but is executed by him.

King Orn — Viking Quest (2014)

A king who is killed while defending the wedding ceremony against raiders.

Nikolaus — Finding Rin Tin Tin (2007)

Nikolaus is a German dog trainer held in a prison camp. Lee Duncan visits him because he needs guidance in disciplining and training the puppy, explaining how he found its mother and the surviving puppies. Nikolaus initially agrees reluctantly, but his expertise becomes important to Lee's relationship with the animal.

Tom Hollander — Species: The Awakening (2007)

Co-creator of Miranda with Forbes McGuire, who raised her as his niece while suppressing her alien DNA. He transports her to Mexico to seek medical help, conflicts with Azura, and attempts to stabilize her unstable hormones. After killing Azura with a shotgun to avert further hybrid threats, he witnesses Miranda's death and destroys the laboratory to prevent contamination.

Career Overview

Ben Cross has 91 screen credits in a career dating back to 1970. Their work spans 12 cinematic universes — most prominently The Red Phone Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Dark Shadows, Undisputed II: Last Man Standing, Hellfire. 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
91
Birth Date
1947-12-16
Birth Place
London, England, UK

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Universe traveler — spans 12 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q708256), public domain (CC0).