Neil Pearson

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Characters played by Neil Pearson

Richard Finch — Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (2025)

Television producer who collaborates with Bridget on her career, guiding her professional resurgence.

Richard Finch — Bridget Jones's Diary (2001)

A flamboyant television producer who works with Bridget.

Richard Finch — Bridget Jones's Baby (2016)

Bridget's boss and television producer, provides professional guidance and support.

Richard Finch — Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason (2004)

Eccentric television producer and Bridget's boss.

Paul's Dad — Fever Pitch (1997)

Paul's divorced father who occasionally tries to connect with him by taking him to football matches, an experience that sparks Paul's lifelong passion for Arsenal.

Gerry Tudor — Bostock's Cup (1999)

A prominent sports personality who produced a documentary about Bostock Stanley's 1973-74 season. He secretly manipulated matches through hypnosis, bribery, and illegal player transfers, illegally acquired the team's stadium, and engaged in extramarital affairs. He confesses to his corruption but remains unrepentant about his career prospects.

Dave — ID2: Shadwell Army (2016)

A leader within the far-right EDL faction attached to Shadwell Town. He manipulates Mo into joining the extremist group and orchestrates the mosque bombing plot, serving as the primary ideological antagonist whose actions escalate the film's central conflict.

Doctor — In Extremis (2017)

The Doctor is a hospital figure who helps reveal the truth to Alex. He calmly explains that Anna died of cancer in the hospital three months earlier, with Alex and Claudia present, contradicting Alex's belief that he has just brought her there. This revelation forces Alex to confront the loss and the reality of his situation.

Career Overview

Neil Pearson has 50 screen credits in a career dating back to 1982. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Bridget Jones with 4 titles. Signature works include Johnny Cash: The Last Great American, Don't Knock Yourself Out, The Booze Cruise III: The Scattering. 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
50
Birth Date
1959-04-27
Birth Place
London, England, UK

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q3874313), public domain (CC0).