Quick Facts
Born:
1928-08-03
Birthplace:
Dublin, Ireland
Credits:
39 Total Roles
Oliver MacGreevy
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Biography
Oliver John MacGreevy (25 July 1928 – October 1981) was an Irish actor who appeared in many British films and television series from the mid 1950s until he retired in 1980, often as brutish, shaven-headed villains.
Among his roles he played Housemartin in The Ipcress File (1965) and made an appearance as both the Gardener and the Electrician in the first episode of The Prisoner TV series ("Arrival", 1967). He also appeared in an episode of Thriller (1975).
On stage, he appeared in Tom Murphy's A Whistle in the Dark at Joan Littlewood's Theatre Royal, Stratford East, in London, 1961.
Among his roles he played Housemartin in The Ipcress File (1965) and made an appearance as both the Gardener and the Electrician in the first episode of The Prisoner TV series ("Arrival", 1967). He also appeared in an episode of Thriller (1975).
On stage, he appeared in Tom Murphy's A Whistle in the Dark at Joan Littlewood's Theatre Royal, Stratford East, in London, 1961.
Known For
Flash Gordon
Klytus Observer No. 1
The Ipcress File
Housemartin
Tales from the Crypt
Maniac
The Four Musketeers
Headsman (uncredited)
The Prisoner
Gardener / Electrician
The Avengers
Barman
The Ruling Class
Inmate
Modesty Blaise
Tattooed Man
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Flash Gordon MOVIE | Klytus Observer No. 1 |
| 1977 | No. 1 of the Secret Service MOVIE | Simms |
| 1975 | Where the Action Is MOVIE | Henry |
| 1974 | The Four Musketeers MOVIE | Headsman (uncredited) |
| 1973 | Thriller TV | Henry |
| 1972 | Thrills Galore MOVIE | Landlord |
| 1972 | The Ruling Class MOVIE | Inmate |
| 1972 | Tales from the Crypt MOVIE | Maniac |
| 1971 | Jason King TV | Self |
| 1971 | When Eight Bells Toll MOVIE | Quinn |