Annette Crosbie

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Characters played by Annette Crosbie

Kirsten Lindstrom — Ordeal by Innocence (1984)

A former nurse who describes finding the victim already dead after leaving another member of the household in the kitchen. She also provides important information about the changed will and the victim's threats concerning the inheritance.

Abbess — Hawk the Slayer (1980)

The Abbess is the religious leader of the convent attacked by Voltan. He kidnaps her and demands a large ransom, making her rescue the immediate goal that brings Hawk and his companions into direct conflict with Voltan and his forces.

Margaret Meldrew — One Foot in the Grave: Who's Listening (1990)

Victor's long-suffering wife who is frequently exasperated by his complaints and misfortunes. Despite her frustration, the series highlights her deep affection and loyalty toward her husband.

Fairy Godmother — The Slipper and the Rose (1976)

A magical being who senses purity of heart. She initially dresses the stepfamily for the ball, then transforms Cinderella’s appearance and provides a carriage for the royal ball, warning that the spell breaks at midnight. Later, she intervenes in the royal wedding to correct the political marriage, successfully convincing the King to amend the law and allow Edward to wed Cinderella.

Mother Superior — The Pope Must Die (1991)

A conservative nun at the orphanage where Albinizi previously worked, she believes misery is deserved, contrasting with his compassionate methods. She later serves him meals during his papacy and is ultimately chosen as the first female Pope, announcing she will donate the Vatican's gold to the poor.

Margaret Meldrew — One Foot in the Grave: The Man Who Blew Away (1994)

Victor's patient and pragmatic wife who often mediates his complaints and manages household affairs.

Edna — Dial M for Middlesbrough (2019)

Local encountered at the dilapidated caravan site.

Tom's Mother — Nervous Energy (1995)

Tom’s mother is one of the family members he visits in Glasgow after being away for ten years. During the visit, she is the only person in his family who shows compassion for him, contrasting with his brother Ian’s disgust at Tom’s lifestyle.

Career Overview

Annette Crosbie has 70 screen credits in a career dating back to 1959. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently One Foot in the Grave Specials Collection with 4 titles. Signature works include One Foot in the Grave, One Foot in the Grave: Starbound, One Foot in the Grave: Who's Listening. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
female
Known Credits
70
Birth Date
1934-02-12
Birth Place
Gorebridge, Midlothian, Scotland, UK

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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