Mike Reid was an English actor known for his roles in Snatch, EastEnders, and Doctor Who: Dimensions in Time. Born Michael Reid on January 19, 1940, in Hackney, London, he became a familiar face in British television and film. He passed away on July 29, 2007, in Marbella, Spain.
Personal and Family Life
Mike Reid was married twice. His first marriage was to Sheila A Axe from January 1958 until their divorce in 1967, and together they had two children. Later, he married Shirley Collins on August 5, 1971, and they stayed together until his death, having two children as well.
Death and Legacy
Mike Reid died of a heart attack on July 29, 2007, in Marbella, Spain. He is remembered for his memorable performances and his catchphrase of telling the audience to “turn it in” during his stand-up routines. His work has left a lasting impact on British entertainment, particularly in television.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Snatch | 2000-09-01 | Doug “The Head” Denovitz |
| Oh Marbella! | 2003-01-01 | Jack Winter |
| The Dirty Dozen | 1967-06-15 | Sergeant at War Games HQ (uncredited) |
| Making ‘Snatch’ | 2001-07-03 | Self |
| The Magnificent Two | 1967-07-05 | Train Guard (uncredited) |
| Steptoe & Son | 1972-03-01 | Compere |
| Doctor Who: Dimensions in Time | 1993-11-27 | Frank Butcher |
| Moussaka & Chips | 2005-11-13 | Shalom Godsall |
| Mike Reid – Alive & Kidding | 1998-10-26 | Self |
| Dr. Who and the Daleks | 1965-08-23 | Thal (uncredited) |
| Doctor Who: The War Machines | 1966-07-16 | Soldier |
| The Lock-In | 2024-05-25 | Frank Butcher |
| Jack Said | 2009-09-25 | Guv’nor |
| EastEnders | 1985-02-19 | Frank Butcher |
| The Comedians | 1971-06-12 | |
| Yus, My Dear | 1976-01-11 | Benny Briggs |
| Underworld | 1997-11-04 | |
| The Baron | 2008-04-24 | |
| The Secret Show | 2006-09-16 | |
| The Sooty Show | 1955-01-16 | Banana Briggs |
| The Detectives | 1993-01-27 | Ronnie Richardson |
| Minder | 1979-10-29 | Vernon |
| Bullseye | 1981-09-28 | Self – Contestant |
| Michael Barrymore’s Saturday Night Out | 1988-07-23 | Self |
| Cilla | 1968-01-30 | Self |
| Worzel Gummidge | 1979-02-25 | Fairground Owner |