Colin Higgins
Biography: Colin Higgins was a British actor famous for many appearances on British television. In 1977 Higgins was cast as Wedge Antilles in Star Wars and appears in the role for one scene only. The reason for this is that Higgins was fired after a day of filming because he was having difficulty recalling his lines. He was replaced by Dennis Lawson, who went on to have great success in the role, whilst Higgins' performance went uncredited as 'Rebel Pilot'. For many years he was known by fans as 'Fake Wedge' until a retcon finally gave his character a unique name and backstory, that of Colonel Takbright.
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Deathday: December 05, 2012
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The Naked Civil Servant
1975-12-17
The Naked Civil Servant
Overview: Story of the life of Quentin Crisp, an Englishman who was brave enough to live his life according to his own style even in the hostile days of WW2.
Genres: Drama Comedy TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1975-12-17
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And the Ship Sails On
1983-10-07
And the Ship Sails On
Overview: In 1914, a cruise ship sets sail from Naples to spread the ashes of beloved opera singer Edmea Tetua near Erimo, the isle of her birth. During the voyage, the eclectic array of passengers discovers a group of Serbian refugees aboard the vessel. Peace and camaraderie abound until the ship is descended upon by an Austrian flagship. The Serbians are forced to board it, but naturally they resist, igniting a skirmish that ends in destruction.
Genres: Comedy Drama
Original Language: it
Release Date: 1983-10-07
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The Philanthropist
1975-10-28
The Philanthropist
Overview: The original play by Christopher Hampton, was adapted into this made-for-TV movie and it offers witty dialogue in the midst of remarkable conflict among its privileged characters.
Genres: TV Movie Drama Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1975-10-28
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Here Is the News
1989-03-05
Here Is the News
Overview: Freelance journalist David Dunhill stumbles onto the biggest story of his career - but his personal eccentricities seem likely to thwart him.
Genres: Drama TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1989-03-05
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Death of a Son
1989-01-08
Death of a Son
Overview: The true story of Pauline Williams, who struggled to bring the people who supplied her son with the illegal drugs that caused his death to justice.
Genres: Drama TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1989-01-08
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Blooming Youth
1973-06-18
Blooming Youth
Overview: An improvised character piece, overseen by Les Blair and Tony Garnett set in the everyday life of a group of polytechnic students.
Genres: Drama Comedy TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1973-06-18
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Lace 2
1985-09-01
Lace 2
Overview: While in the first part, Lili searched for her mother, she now questions her mom on the identity of her father.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1985-09-01
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Diane
1975-07-09
Diane
Overview: Teenager Diane Weaver lives in a small council flat with her brooding father, the groundskeeper of a local church. What no one realises, is how close Diane and her father are.
Genres: Drama TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1975-07-09
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Murder East - Murder West
1990-12-01
Murder East - Murder West
Overview: This Cold War dramatic thriller tells the passionate story of three people caught in a murderous web of deceit and revenge on both sides of the former Germany. Edgar Rutchinski, who has made a living smuggling refugees, finds his past catching up with him in the shape of the ex-girlfriend he thought was dead.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1990-12-01
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Star Wars
1977-05-25
Star Wars
Overview: Princess Leia is captured and held hostage by the evil Imperial forces in their effort to take over the galactic Empire. Venturesome Luke Skywalker and dashing captain Han Solo team together with the loveable robot duo R2-D2 and C-3PO to rescue the beautiful princess and restore peace and justice in the Empire.
Genres: Adventure Action Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1977-05-25
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Hope and Glory
1987-09-03
Hope and Glory
Overview: A middle-aged man recalls his childhood growing up in and around London during World War II.
Genres: Drama War Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-09-03
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Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
2007-12-20
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
Overview: The infamous story of Benjamin Barker, a.k.a Sweeney Todd, who sets up a barber shop down in London which is the basis for a sinister partnership with his fellow tenant, Mrs. Lovett. Based on the hit Broadway musical.
Genres: Drama Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-12-20
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That Summer!
1979-07-06
That Summer!
Overview: A teenager gets out of reform school and heads to Torquay for a swimming contest, where he meets a pair of young Northern lasses working as hotel chambermaids. However, their fun is interrupted by a gang of Scottish punks who come to cause trouble.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1979-07-06
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The Zany Adventures of Robin Hood
1984-05-22
The Zany Adventures of Robin Hood
Overview: The evil brother of Richard the Lionheart is holding the king for ransom, and only Robin Hood and his band of merry men can save him...for a small fee, of course.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1984-05-22
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The Chauffeur
1976-04-30
The Chauffeur
Overview: Joe, the chauffeur to an unnamed South American embassy, enjoys the small prks of privilege that his job provides him. When a coup in the country results in the ambassador's recall, his halycon life is upended.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1976-04-30
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