James Ellis

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Characters played by James Ellis

Norman Martin — Lorna (1987)

A member of the Martin family whose return is part of the family tensions described in the connected story.

Father Ellerton — Priest (1995)

The priest heading the remote rural parish to which Father Greg relocates after the scandal. He is described as disapproving and unforgiving, providing an unsympathetic environment for Greg while the younger priest struggles to face the consequences of his arrest and public humiliation.

Norman Martin — Too Late to Talk to Billy (1982)

Working-class father whose absence and return reshape family dynamics.

Norman Martin — A Coming to Terms for Billy (1984)

Patriarch returning from England with a new wife, challenging family dynamics.

Norman Martin — A Matter of Choice for Billy (1983)

Father working in England, whose absence and eventual return with a new partner drive family dynamics.

Career Overview

James Ellis has 29 screen credits in a career dating back to 1963. Their work is anchored in the Billy Martin universe with 4 titles. Signature works include Lorna, James Ellis: An Actor's Life, A Coming to Terms for Billy. 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
29
Birth Date
1931-03-15
Birth Place
Belfast, Ireland

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q6133435), public domain (CC0).