Nigel Planer

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Characters played by Nigel Planer

Den Dennis — The Comic Strip Presents... (1982)

A briefly credited character in The Comic Strip Presents...; no individual storyline is specified.

Neil — The Young Ones (1982)

Peace studies student characterized as a morose, pessimistic hippie with pacifist leanings. He typically handles all household chores while the other roommates ignore him or blame him for any household problems.

Mr. Sideney — Hogfather (2007)

A skilled member of the Assassins' Guild who carries out orders under Teatime's command as part of the plot to sever belief from reality.

Peter Mandelson — The Hunt for Tony Blair (2011)

Peter Mandelson helps Inspector Hutton and his sergeant with their investigation into Tony Blair, who is on the run after being accused of murder. His involvement supports the police pursuit, placing him on the investigative side of the story rather than among those offering Blair sanctuary.

Keith Hopkins — Flood (2007)

Head forecaster at the Met Office who initially mispredicts the storm's path. Feels intense guilt over the consequences of his error and the subsequent casualties, ultimately taking his own life.

Neil — Oh No, Not Them (1989)

Neil is one of the three housemates and the pilot's narrative starting point: he is mugged by a man dressed as a grandmother. Fearing that the mugger will come to their house to rob and kill them, Neil joins Rip and Todd in arming themselves, and the housemates eventually turn their weapons on one another.

Stan — South Atlantic Raiders: Part 1 (1990)

A lonely Midlands security van driver and ham radio enthusiast. Misinterpreting radio static, he believes Frances is in danger and orchestrates a bank robbery and prison break to save her. He flies a stolen jet to the Falklands, fights off the Argentinian agent, rescues Frances, and proposes marriage.

Den Dennis — Bad News (1983)

Lead vocalist of the heavy metal band, central to the documentary narrative as the band navigates van trouble and tour logistics.

Dave — Susie (1984)

A lusty mechanic whom Susie intends to leave her husband for.

Career Overview

Nigel Planer has 98 screen credits in a career dating back to 1981. Their work is anchored in the Carry On Series universe with 1 titles. Signature works include The Young Ones, The Rise of the Comic Strip, Spaghetti Hoops. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

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Gender
male
Known Credits
98
Birth Date
1953-02-22
Birth Place
Westminster, London, England, UK

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q2232106), public domain (CC0).