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William Roache Biography and Full Filmography - MovieWise

Quick Facts

Born:
1932-04-25

Birthplace:
Basford, Nottinghamshire, England, UK

Credits:
27 Total Roles

William Roache

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Biography

William Roache is a British actor listed in the Guinness World Records as the longest-serving male television star in a continuous role. Roache has played Ken Barlow in the ITV soap Coronation Street since its very first episode in 1960.

Known For

Full Filmography

Year Title Role
2026 Corriedale: Backstage Pass MOVIE Self
2020 Coronation Street: Queens of the Street MOVIE Himself
2020 Coronation Street: 60 Unforgettable Years MOVIE Self
2019 7 Up & Me MOVIE Self
2017 Harry Hill's Alien Fun Capsule TV Self
2012 We Love the Monkees MOVIE Self
2011 The Big Quiz TV Self
2011 The Betty Driver Story MOVIE Self
2011 That Sunday Night Show TV Self
2010 Rewind The 60s TV Self

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