Anthony Stewart Head

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Characters played by Anthony Stewart Head

Rupert Mannion — Ted Lasso (2020)

Rebecca Welton's unfaithful ex-husband who cared more about AFC Richmond than anything else and was the target of her initial scheme to have the team fail.

Uther Pendragon — Merlin (2008)

The king of Camelot who outlawed magic twenty years prior during the Great Purge and imprisoned the last dragon, Kilgharrah. His authoritarian actions directly influence Morgana's turn to evil and set the stage for the central conflict.

Benedict — Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance (2011)

Religious scholar aiding Johnny in understanding his curse.

Chiron — Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters (2013)

Centaur trainer, mentor figure at Camp Half-Blood.

Nigel Bowen — A Street Cat Named Bob (2016)

James's estranged biological father, representing a complex family reconciliation arc.

Ned — Imagine Me & You (2006)

Ned is Rachel's father and a supportive presence at her wedding. He accompanies Rachel as she arrives for the ceremony and later receives her confession that she is in love with a woman, placing him within her family's response to the revelation.

Alfred — Batman: Gotham by Gaslight (2018)

The loyal butler who, along with the young orphans now under Bruce's guardianship, rescues Batman and Selina from the burning Ferris wheel at the film's conclusion.

Sam Gervasi — I'll Be There (2003)

Sam is Paul’s manager, whose frustrated calls reveal the professional strain caused by Paul’s behavior. After hearing Olivia sing, Sam shows interest in her voice and appearance and suggests that she may have an opportunity. His interest links Olivia’s singing talent to a possible path into music.

Will's Dad — The Inbetweeners Movie (2011)

Will's somewhat detached, working-class father.

Geoffrey Howe — The Iron Lady (2011)

Thatcher's deputy who resigns following a public reprimand during a cabinet meeting. His departure significantly weakens her political standing and catalyzes the internal party rebellion that ultimately leads to her resignation as Prime Minister.

Nathan Wallace / Repo Man — Repo! The Genetic Opera (2008)

Nathan is Shilo's overprotective father and GeneCo's secret Repo Man. Blackmailed by Rotti after Marni's death, he repossesses organs while pretending to be a doctor and keeps Shilo isolated by poisoning her medicine. He refuses to repossess Blind Mag, but is ultimately killed by Rotti after Shilo rejects the offered inheritance.

Sir Walter Elliot — Persuasion (2007)

Sir Walter Elliot is Anne Elliot's vain father and the baronet responsible for the family's financial difficulties through imprudent spending. He leaves Kellynch Hall for Bath with Elizabeth Elliot and Mrs. Clay, while his status and succession concerns make William Elliot's intentions especially significant to the family.

Career Overview

Anthony Stewart Head has 80 screen credits in a career dating back to 1974. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently Upgraded Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include Ted Lasso, Dominion, Upgraded. 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
80
Birth Date
1954-02-20
Birth Place
London, England, UK

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Universe traveler — spans 5 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q342962), public domain (CC0).