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What movie and television projects has Bernard Cribbins been in?

Bernard Cribbins has had an incredibly long and varied career in film and television, spanning over 60 years. Here's a rundown of some of his most notable roles:

Film

* The Wrong Arm of the Law (1963): His breakout role as a clumsy, bumbling criminal.

* The Railway Children (1970): Played the lovable, eccentric stationmaster Albert Perks.

* The Adventures of Barry McKenzie (1972): Appeared as an eccentric British tourist.

* Curse of the Fly (1965): Played the mad scientist's assistant, a memorable role for its comedic absurdity.

* The Wicker Man (1973): Had a small but memorable role as a policeman investigating a missing girl.

* King Kong (2005): Voiced the character of "Captain Englehorn" in the remake.

* The Wind in the Willows (2006): Voiced the character of "Mr. Toad" in the animated adaptation.

Television

* The Old Guys (1964-1965): Played the role of "Ernie" in this popular comedy series.

* Doctor Who (1966-1989): Played the recurring character of "Tom Campbell" in the iconic science fiction series. He famously appeared in the 1966 story "The Daleks' Master Plan" and also played a new character, "The Vicar" in the 1989 episode "The Curse of Fenric".

* The Railway Children (1970): Reprised his role as Albert Perks in the popular television adaptation.

* The Two Ronnies (1971-1987): Appeared in numerous sketches and comedic episodes of this popular comedy show.

* Jackanory (1965-2006): Cribbins was a regular on this beloved children's storytelling program.

* Father Brown (2013-2020): Played the role of "Father Brown" in the popular detective series.

* Coronation Street (2017): Made a guest appearance as a kindly old man.

Other Notable Projects

* Voice-over work: Cribbins was a prolific voice-over artist, lending his voice to many animated films, TV shows, and radio programs.

* Stage appearances: He was a regular on stage, appearing in numerous productions throughout his career.

This is just a sampling of Bernard Cribbins' extensive filmography. His versatility and charm made him a beloved figure in British entertainment, and he will be dearly missed.

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