Ian Cullen

Ian Cullen was an English actor who is best known for his roles in “Z Cars,” “Emergency-Ward 10,” and “Family Affairs.”

Personal and Family Life

Ian Cullen was born George Ian Cullen on October 20, 1939, in West Boldon, County Durham, England. He married Yvonne Quenet in 1970, and the couple had three daughters named Emma, Anne Marie, and Adele. He had a passion for literature, owning a collection of around 400 books on criminology. Ian was also involved in youth theatre, running the Surrey Heath Young Actors Company.

Career

Ian began acting at a young age, appearing in a village pantomime at just four years old. He gained fame for his role as PC Joe Skinner in the television series “Z Cars” from 1962 to the mid-70s. He also had various roles in other TV shows, including “Doctor Who,” “Blake’s 7,” and “When the Boat Comes In.” In addition to his television work, Ian was an accomplished stage actor, participating in eight West End productions and performing with the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Death and Legacy

Ian Cullen passed away on November 12, 2019, though the details surrounding his death remain undisclosed. His contributions to television and theatre have left a lasting impact on audiences and fellow actors alike. He is remembered not only for his talent but also for his dedication to nurturing future generations of performers.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Hellbreeder 2004-03-16 Father-in-Law
Dawn of the Dragonslayer 2011-09-25 Baron Sterling
Burning an Illusion 1981-11-13 Desk Sergeant
Run For Your Wife 2012-05-16
Voyage of the Damned 1976-12-22 Radio Officer
Gabriel & Me 2001-08-13 Ridley
Remembering ‘The Aztecs’ 2002-10-21 Self / Ixta
Doctor Who: The Aztecs 1964-06-13 Ixta
The Black Velvet Gown 1991-06-02 Beckett
Becket 1964-03-11 Servant (uncredited)
Shadows of a Stranger 2014-09-23 Ebenezer Scrooge
Le Fear II: Le Sequel 2016-11-11 Tom Dickinson
Children of the Damned 1964-01-10
Cold Earth 2008-01-01 Saville
Alice 2002-01-01 Father-In-Law
Doctor Who 1963-11-23 Ixta
Z-Cars 1962-01-02
Family Affairs 1997-03-30
Emergency – Ward 10 1957-02-19
Department S 1969-09-09 Special Branch Man
Blake’s 7 1978-01-02 Base Commander Escon
Dr. Finlay’s Casebook 1962-08-16
Spender 1991-01-08 Kelley
Badger 1999-07-11
Our John Willie 1980-01-02
Skorpion 1983-01-12 Insp. Hallisay
Return of the Saint 1978-09-10 Sergeant Taylor
The Gambling Man 1995-02-26