Walter Sparrow - Actor Profile

Walter Sparrow

Acting
31Total Films
7.4 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 22, 1927
Birth Place: Eltham, London, England, UK

About Walter Sparrow

Walter Leonard Sparrow was an English film and television actor best known for his appearance as Duncan in the 1991 film Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves starring Kevin Costner. He began his career as a stand up comedian before turning to drama and performing with the Royal Shakespeare Company. He made his movie debut in 1965's Dr.Terror's House of Horrors. As well as Robin Hood, Sparrow appeared in more than 30 films, including I Hired A Contract Killer, The Accidental Tourist, The Secret Garden, Now & Then, Jane Eyre, Ever After and Treasure Island. He also appeared in over 50 television guest spots on both American and British TV. One of his more notable guest appearances was in the 1989 episode Danger UXD of the sitcom Only Fools and Horses, which had 16.1 million viewers, as porn shop owner Dirty Barry.

Best Walter Sparrow Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Walter Sparrow's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Walter Sparrow.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1999 Prometheus Grandad Average Similar →
1999 Simon Magus Benjamin Hit Similar →
1999 Treasure Island Ben Gunn Flop Similar →
1998 EverAfter Maurice Hit Similar →
1998 The Woodlanders Old Creedle Flop Similar →
1996 Jane Eyre - Hit Similar →
1995 Now and Then Crazy Pete Hit Similar →
1994 Dirtysomething Bill Flop Similar →
1993 Shadowlands Fred Paxford Hit Similar →
1993 U.F.O. The Movie Old Codger Flop Similar →
1993 The Secret Garden Ben Weatherstaff Hit Similar →
1992 Memento Mori Stall Holder Average Similar →
1991 Let Him Have It Nightwatchman Hit Similar →
1991 Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves Duncan Hit Similar →
1991 Smack and Thistle Waggy Flop Similar →
1990 I Hired a Contract Killer Receptionist Hit Similar →
1989 Somewhere to Run Neighbour Flop Similar →
1988 The Accidental Tourist Hot Dog Vendor Average Similar →
1987 Smith and Jones: The Home-Made Xmas Video Grandfather Hit Similar →
1985 Young Sherlock Holmes Ethan Engel Hit Similar →
1985 Hitler's SS: Portrait in Evil Klaus Flop Similar →
1984 Give Us a Break: Hustle Bustle Toil and Muscle Bernie Flop Similar →
1977 The Kitchen Tramp Flop Similar →
1977 Street Party Len Moore Flop Similar →
1976 The Portland Millions George Hollamby Druce Flop Similar →
1973 The Adventures Of Don Quixote 2nd Prisoner Flop Similar →
1971 Edna: The Inebriate Woman Common Lodging House Proprietor Flop Similar →
1970 The Hunting of Lionel Crane Lionel's father Flop Similar →
1969 Zeta One Stage Manager Flop Similar →
1965 The Pistol Private First Class Jones Flop Similar →
1965 Dr. Terror's House of Horrors Second Ambulance Man (segment 4 "Disembodied Hand") Average Similar →

Walter Sparrow - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Walter Sparrow?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Walter Sparrow is "The Secret Garden" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Walter Sparrow acted in?

Walter Sparrow has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Walter Sparrow?

Other notable films include "EverAfter", "Simon Magus", and "Now and Then".