Ricky Tomlinson

Born: 1939-09-26

​From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Eric Tomlinson (born 26 September 1939), known by his stage name Ricky Tomlinson, is an English actor and comedian, best known for his roles as Bobby Grant in Brookside, DCI Charlie Wise in Cracker and James "Jim" Royle in The Royle Family. Description above from the Wikipedia article Ricky Tomlinson, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.


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Grimsby

as Paedo Pete
Released: 2016-02-24

Wrongfully accused and on the run, a top MI6 assassin joins forces with his long-lost, football...

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as Leopold Durant
Released: 2001-12-07

An American master chemist plans to score big on a once in a lifetime drug deal. All does not go...

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The Last Dragonslayer

as Moobin
Released: 2016-12-25

In a fantasy world where magic is being superceded by technology, an orphaned teen discovers her...

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Riff-Raff

as Larry
Released: 1991-06-21

Stevie, fresh from prison in Scotland, finds a job on a London construction site. The working...

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Nativity!

as Mayor
Released: 2009-11-27

Paul, charged with directing his school's Nativity play, falsely boasts that his ex-girlfriend...

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Raining Stones

as Tommy
Released: 1993-09-09

Proud, though poor, Bob wants his little girl to have a beautiful (and costly) brand-new dress...

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Northern Soul

as John's Grandad
Released: 2014-10-17

Set in 1974, an authentic and uplifting tale of two friends whose horizons are opened up by the...

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Mike Bassett: England Manager

as Mike Bassett
Released: 2001-09-28

After England's football (soccer) manager has a heart attack, Mike Bassett is hired as the new...

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Once Upon a Time in the Midlands

as Charlie
Released: 2002-09-06

Dek, a decent but somewhat dull man, enjoys a happy existence with beloved girlfriend Shirley....

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Hillsborough

as John Glover
Released: 1996-09-11

Drama based on the real life events of April 1989, when ninety-six Liverpool supporters were...

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Robbie the Reindeer: Hooves of Fire

as Santa Claus (voice)
Released: 2002-12-13

Robbie the Reindeer arrives at the North Pole, ready to take his place as navigator on Santa's...

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Preaching to the Perverted

as Fibbin' Gibbins
Released: 1997-07-04

A computer wizard infiltrates a London sex club to get evidence for a shutdown, but falls for...

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Butterfly Kiss

as Robert
Released: 1995-08-18

Deeply mentally unbalanced drifter Eunice roams grim northern Britain committing psychosexual...

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The Royle Family: Behind the Sofa

as Self
Released: 2010-11-10

Caroline Aherne and Craig Cash discuss the creation of The Royle Family, with a look behind the...

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Dear Sarah

as Warder #1
Released: 1990-02-07

Giuseppe Conlon and his son Gerry are convicted of an IRA bombing as part of the Maguire Seven...

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Al's Lads

as Billy
Released: 2002-06-29

Three Englishmen working as waiters on a cruise ship in 1927 are given a chance to work for the...

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The New Sofa

as Jim Royle
Released: 2008-12-25

Festive special edition of the hit family sitcom. Inspired by Nigella Lawson, Denise decides to...

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The Virgin of Liverpool

as Frank Conlon
Released: 2003-03-15

In Liverpool, Joanne Conlon rescues a weeping statue of the Virgin Mary from her local church's...

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Life Is All You Get

as Buddy
Released: 1997-03-20

After he loses his job, his father, and his girlfriend, Jan's life is a shambles. Then suddenly...

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The More You Ignore Me

as Bert Wildgoose
Released: 2018-04-13

Based on Jo Brand's critically acclaimed novel of the same name, The More You Ignore Me is a...

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Boys On Film 17: Love Is the Drug

as Dad (segment "Tellin' Dad")
Released: 2017-12-15

Explore hidden desires on a sleepover, fall in love with the handyman and be seduced by a...

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Versus: The Life and Films of Ken Loach

as Self - Actor
Released: 2016-06-30

A surprisingly candid behind-the-scenes account of the career of Ken Loach, one of Britain’s...

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The Fix

as Gordon
Released: 1997-01-04

The story of the British betting scandal of 1964, uncovered by journalist Mike Gabbert which saw...

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Barbara's Old Ring

as Jim Royle
Released: 2012-12-25

Christmas is coming but Barbara is not happy. Not only has she lost her wedding ring but Jim has...

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The Golden Egg Cup

as Jim Royle
Released: 2009-12-25

Jim and Barbara have received the gift of money from their children - but what to do with it?...

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Caroline Aherne: Queen of Comedy

as Self
Released: 2023-12-25

The unique life and talent of Caroline Aherne is celebrated in a new Arena film, featuring...

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Mojo

as Ezra
Released: 1997-09-02

The sexual rivalries over a new, potentially great rock'n'roll singer between a nightclub owner...

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Kenny

as Himself
Released: 2017-11-20

An intimate and revealing portrait of Kenny Dalglish – the player, the man, the truth.

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Gloves Off

as Mick
Released: 2017-10-08

A talented fighter must save his beloved gym by training a gentle giant for a bare-knuckle fight.

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The Greatest Store in the World

as Santa
Released: 1999-12-24

Geraldine and her two daughters, Livvie and Angeline, are living rough on the streets on London....

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Tellin' Dad

as Dad
Released: 2017-06-26

Dan comes out to his family, but leaves telling his dad until last. How will he react?

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Carry on Ken

as uncredited
Released: 2006-01-01

A documentary on the films of Ken Loach. Interviews with cast and crew who worked with Loach...

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Dockers

as Macca Macauley
Released: 1999-07-10

Jimmy McGovern's depiction of the mid 90s Liverpool dockers strike. Featuring script...

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The Real Ken Dodd: The Man I Loved

as uncredited
Released: 2024-06-09

Produced over four years with full access from Ken’s widow Lady Dodd, the film takes an in-depth...

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Cracker: White Ghost

as Wise
Released: 1996-10-28

A British businessman operating in Hong Kong has feelings of inferiority and turns to murder...

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Ken Dodd: How Tickled We Were

as Himself
Released: 2018-12-26

Ken Dodd: How Tickled We Were tells Sir Ken’s story from his boyhood growing up in the 1930s in...

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The Queen of Sheba

as Jim Royle
Released: 2006-10-29

Tension mounts in the Royle household as the family contemplates the prospect of becoming fully...

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Joe's Crackers

as Jim
Released: 2010-12-25

It is Christmas Day in the Royle household and Barbara is up to her eyes in it, as Jim is out of...

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Another Audience With Ken Dodd

as Self
Released: 2002-02-09

Once again, Ken Dodd (with over 40 years in his trade) performs his unique set in front of a...

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Our Kid

as Phil Reilly
Released: 2023-10-29

Twelve-year-old Laura's goal in life is to one day play football professionally. Laura has many...

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Ragged

as Himself
Released: 2013-06-06

In 1973 Ricky Tomilinson was imprisoned for unlawful assembly and conspiracy when picketing for...

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United Kingdom

as Dennis
Released: 1981-12-08

Incendiary 1981 Play for Today, written by Jim Allen and directed by Roland Joffé that tells the...

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Testosterone: Volume Three

as uncredited
Released: 2019-06-11

The third volume in a collection of the hottest gay shorts from around the world takes us from a...

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Tales of the Creeping Death

as Dad
Released: 2021-07-30

Five tales full of horror, comedy and most importantly, Creeping Death. You better pray for your...

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The One Show

as Self
First aired: 2006-08-14

A topical magazine-style daily television programme broadcast live on BBC One.

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Would I Lie to You?

as Self
First aired: 2007-06-16

A comedic panel show featuring team captains Lee Mack and David Mitchell plus two guests per...

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Loose Women

as Self
First aired: 1999-09-06

A panel of four women discuss topical issues, ranging from daily politics and current affairs to...

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GMTV

as Self
First aired: 1993-01-01

GMTV is the name of the national Channel 3 breakfast television contractor/licensee,...

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Celebrity Antiques Road Trip

as Self - Participant
First aired: 2011-10-24

Antiques experts accompany celebrities on a road trip around the UK searching for treasures and...

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The Alan Titchmarsh Show

as Self
First aired: 2007-09-03

The Alan Titchmarsh Show is a British daytime chat show presented by Alan Titchmarsh. It was...

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Never Mind the Buzzcocks

as Self
First aired: 1996-11-12

Never Mind the Buzzcocks is a comedy panel game show with a pop and rock music theme. The show...

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This Morning

as Self
First aired: 1988-10-03

This Morning features a variety of news, as well as show business, fashion, beauty, lifestyle,...

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Cracker

as Wise
First aired: 1993-09-27

The wise-cracking Fitz is a brilliant but flawed criminal psychologist with a remarkable insight...

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Cracker

as DCI Wise
First aired: 1993-09-27

The wise-cracking Fitz is a brilliant but flawed criminal psychologist with a remarkable insight...

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The Bill

as uncredited
First aired: 1984-10-16

The daily lives of the men and women at Sun Hill Police Station as they fight crime on the...

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Dalziel & Pascoe

as uncredited
First aired: 1996-03-16

British crime drama based on the "Dalziel and Pascoe" series of books by Reginald Hill, set in...

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Who Do You Think You Are?

as Self
First aired: 2004-10-12

A British genealogy documentary series in which celebrities trace their ancestry, discovering...

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Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

as Self - Guest
First aired: 2014-06-16

One of Britain’s favourite comedians doing what he does best – being funny. But Alan Davies...

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Cold Feet

as uncredited
First aired: 1998-11-15

Follow the lives and loves of a group of thirtysomethings in a heart-warming comic drama as they...

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In the Flesh

as Ken Burton
First aired: 2013-03-17

Thousands of dead people have risen from their graves and nearly destroyed Britain. A cure has...

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Duck Quacks Don't Echo

as uncredited
First aired: 2014-02-07

Lee Mack wrangles a team of scientists and celebrity guests to find the truth behind the trivia...

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Clocking Off

as uncredited
First aired: 2000-01-23

How much do you know about the person working next to you? From the outside, life at Mackintosh...

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Angela and Friends

as uncredited
First aired: 2009-11-09

Daily chat show, hosted by Angela Griffin, that combines topical debate with five lifestyle...

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Countdown

as uncredited
First aired: 1982-11-02

The clock is ticking as contestants compete in games of lexical dexterity and numerical agility.

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The Royle Family

as Jim Royle
First aired: 1998-09-14

British comedy series focusing on the lives of a working-class family in Manchester who love the TV.

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The Late Late Show

as Self
First aired: 1962-07-06

The Late Late Show, sometimes referred to as The Late Late, or in some cases by the initialism...

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Boys from the Blackstuff

as Doctor
First aired: 1982-10-10

Alan Bleasdale's five-part series relates the further experiences of unemployed Liverpudlian...

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Parkinson

as Self
First aired: 1998-01-09

Michael Parkinson returns for a second run of his iconic talk show.

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DNA Journey

as Self
First aired: 2019-11-10

Celebrities are given a unique insight into their lives using innovative DNA science and...

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Made in Britain

as Narrator
First aired: 2018-09-25

From the mass produced to the hand crafted, Made in Britain is a behind the scenes look at how...

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Roughnecks

as Cinders
First aired: 1994-06-16

Roughnecks is a BBC comedy-drama series that ran over two series between 1994 and 1995 on BBC...

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The Witchfinder

as Crockett
First aired: 2022-03-08

A failing witchfinder transports a suspected witch across 1640s East Anglia to a trial that...

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Playing the Field

as uncredited
First aired: 1998-03-08

The on-the-field trials and tribulations and the off-the-field lives, loves and infidelities of...

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Mike Bassett: Manager

as Mike Bassett
First aired: 2005-09-29

The series picks up some time after Mike took England to the semi-finals of the 2002 World Cup....

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Monkey Trousers

as uncredited
First aired: 2005-05-20

Monkey Trousers was a short-lived comedy series on ITV in 2005, featuring Alistair McGowan, John...

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Live from Studio Five

as Self
First aired: 2009-09-14

Live from Studio Five was an early-evening British magazine programme which was produced by Sky...

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Great Night Out

as Warren
First aired: 2013-01-11

Great Night Out is a British comedy-drama based in Stockport, North-West England that aired on...

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Petrolheads

as uncredited
First aired: 2006-02-12

Petrolheads is a BBC panel game presented by Neil Morrissey, with team captains Richard Hammond...

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Ricky and Ralf's Very Northern Road Trip

as Himself
First aired: 2020-05-11

The Royle Family’s dad and son Ricky Tomlinson and Ralf Little reunite years after they last got...

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The Production Line

as Narrator
First aired: 2018-01-01

Looking at the processes of manufacturing the products we use every day. Discover the processes,...

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Ricky, Sue & a Trip or Two

as Himself
First aired: 2024-03-19

Actors Ricky Tomlinson and Sue Johnston are celebrating four decades on screen together in an...

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