Acting
Bernard Atha
Born 1928-08-27
Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, UK
Department: Acting
Biography
Bernard Atha CBE was an actor known for his many appearances in Ken Loach films and various notable Play for Today productions. He also served as a Labour councillor for the Kirkstall ward in Leeds for 57 years (1957-2014) and was once the Lord Mayor of the city. He trained in ballet and law before taking up his career in acting and politics. He died aged 94 on 22nd October 2022.
Known For
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Sherlock Holmes
1984
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Kes
1970
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All Creatures Great and Small
1978
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Family Life
1971
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Liam
2001
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The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
1984
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Pickersgill People
1978
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The Beiderbecke Affair
1985
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Bill Brand
1976
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Days of Hope
1975
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Filmography & Credits
Complete career catalog (22 titles)
| Poster | Title | Character / Role | Type | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Liam | Teacher (uncredited) | Movie | 2001 |
 | The Cold War Killers | Hotel Porter | Movie | 1986 |
 | The Beiderbecke Affair | Returning Officer | TV Series | 1985 |
 | Sherlock Holmes | Dr Carthew | TV Series | 1984 |
 | The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes | Dr Carthew | TV Series | 1984 |
 | The Road to 1984 | Shop Manager | Movie | 1984 |
 | The Lady's Maid's Bell | Pharmacist | Movie | 1983 |
 | All Day on the Sands | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1979 |
 | Pickersgill People | Edgar Dunkerley | TV Series | 1978 |
 | The Spongers | Councillor Conway | Movie | 1978 |
 | All Creatures Great and Small | Jack Almond | TV Series | 1978 |
| All Creatures Great and Small | Henry Dickson | TV Series | 1978 |
 | It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet | 2nd P.C. | Movie | 1976 |
 | Bill Brand | Mr. Hollins | TV Series | 1976 |
 | Days of Hope | Vicar | TV Series | 1975 |
 | Leeds United! | Radio Reporter | Movie | 1974 |
 | There Is a Happy Land | Park Ranger | Movie | 1974 |
 | Steps Back | Porter | Movie | 1973 |
 | Kisses at Fifty | Social Security Man | Movie | 1973 |
 | Family Life | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1971 |
 | The Rank and File | Personnel Officer | Movie | 1971 |
 | Kes | Youth Employment Officer | Movie | 1970 |