Mark Wing-Davey
Born
November 30, 1948 (76 years old)
Known For
Acting
Place of Birth
London, England, UK
Mark Wing-Davey is a respected British actor, director, and educator known for his contributions to both stage and screen. He gained prominence for his portrayal of Zaphod Beeblebrox in the original BBC television adaptation of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy." His performance as the eccentric and multi-headed President of the Galaxy added a charismatic and offbeat dimension to the character. Beyond his acting, Wing-Davey has made significant strides as a theater director, particularly in experimental and contemporary productions. His contributions to the entertainment industry, both as an actor and director, have established him as a versatile and influential figure in the world of performing arts.
Known For
Inside 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy'
Self
2005
The Grey Zone
Schott
2001
Absolutely Fabulous
Malcolm · (1 episode)
1992
One Against the Wind
Col. Miles Grant, Leggat's CO
1991
Resurrected
Major Dunbar
1989
Tumbledown
Adjutant Stewart Inglis
1988
Darkest England
1988
Didn't You Kill My Brother?
Party Guest
1988
Chelmsford 123
Triconus · (1 episode)
1988
Chelmsford 123
Clupeus · (1 episode)
1988
The Modern World: Ten Great Writers
Franz Kafka (voice) · (1 episode)
1988
Dempsey and Makepeace
Mark Savory · (1 episode)
1985
An Englishman Abroad
Hamlet
1983
The Tragedy of Richard III
First Citizen / Sir James Tyrrel
1983
Henry VI Part 3
Earl of Warwick
1983
Henry VI Part 2
Earl of Warwick
1983
Henry VI Part 1
Earl of Warwick
1983
The Comic Strip Presents...
Party Guest · (1 episode)
1982
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
Zaphod Beeblbrox
1981
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Zaphod Beeblebrox · (5 episodes)
1981
Breaking Glass
Fordyce
1980
The Restaurant at the End of the Universe
1980
The BBC Television Shakespeare
Sir James Tyrrell/Sir James Blount (uncredited)/First Citizen (uncredited) · (1 episode)
1978
The BBC Television Shakespeare
Earl of Warwick · (3 episodes)
1978
Stronger Than the Sun
Brian
1978
Ready When You Are, Mr McGill
Terry
1976
Out of the Trees
1976
The Crazy Kill
Cater
1975
The After Dinner Game
Ben Good
1975
NOVA
Joey's Father · (1 episode)
1974
Thriller
Cater · (1 episode)
1973
Hallmark Hall of Fame
Colonel Miles · (1 episode)
1951