Phil Daniels

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Characters played by Phil Daniels

D.C.S. Frank Paterson — New Tricks (2004)

Senior police officer interacting with UCOS on official matters.

Fetcher — Chicken Run (2000)

Dim-witted rat partner to Nick, assisting in smuggling operations.

Richards — Scum (1979)

One of Banks primary henchmen who helps enforce the wing brutal hierarchy through intimidation and violence. He participates in the unprovoked beating of the newcomer Angel and later targets Davis. Carlin specifically targets him early in his reign, using improvised weapons to severely beat him into submission, effectively breaking the old guard grip on the inmates.

Danny Jones — The Hatton Garden Job (2017)

A member of the burglary crew, Danny is responsible for sourcing untraceable tools and transportation for the Hatton Garden job. He works alongside Brian, Terry and Kenny during the operation, then receives a later call from Brian, showing that the crew remains in contact after abandoning the attempt.

Bela — The Bride (1985)

A circus performer who sabotages Rinaldo's trapeze harness, leading to the dwarf's fatal fall. Viktor discovers the betrayal and kills Bela in a rage.

James Michael 'Jimmy' Cooper — Quadrophenia (1979)

A disillusioned London mod who vents teenage angst through Dexamyl abuse, scooter riding, and gang brawls. He pursues Steph, clashes with peers and rockers, and suffers a mental breakdown after romantic rejection and financial ruin, culminating in a fatal scooter crash at Beachy Head.

Danny — Breaking Glass (1980)

Discovers Kate, manages her career, and forms her band. He pushes her music, manipulates charts, and shares a romantic relationship with her. Later sidelined by a new producer, he quits and finally visits her at the mental institution with a synthesizer.

Richards — Scum (1977)

A close associate of the wing's leader, Banks. He joins Banks in assaulting the newly arrived Carlin. Richards becomes the first target of Carlin's subsequent revenge before Carlin defeats Banks.

1st Boy — The Naked Civil Servant (1975)

Child character in a flashback or scene depicting Quentin's youth.

Mark — Meantime (1983)

Older brother of Colin, outspoken and headstrong. Unemployed and constantly scrounging for cash and drinks from friends like Coxy. He mocks his father Frank, teases Colin with nicknames, and makes insinuations about his aunt Barbara's troubled marriage. His presence causes Colin to abruptly abandon a redecorating job.

Eddie — Goodbye Charlie Bright (2001)

An older, unstable man involved in an affair with Julie. He runs over Francis with his car and is later shot in the leg by Justin, surviving but becoming the catalyst for the story's climax.

Career Overview

Phil Daniels has 88 screen credits in a career dating back to 1964. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently Chicken Run with 1 titles. Signature works include Quadrophenia, The Hatton Garden Job, Chicken Run. 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
88
Birth Date
1958-10-25
Birth Place
Islington, London, England, UK

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 4 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q2671473), public domain (CC0).