Nicholas Lyndhurst
Biography
Nicholas Simon Lyndhurst is a celebrated English actor, renowned for his memorable performances across various television series. Best known for his iconic role as Rodney Trotter in the beloved sitcom "Only Fools and Horses," Lyndhurst has become a household name. His versatility is evident in his portrayal of Gary Sparrow in the time-travel comedy "Goodnight Sweetheart," where he navigates the complexities of love across different eras.
Lyndhurst’s career is marked by a series of notable roles, including Dan Griffin in the BBC drama "New Tricks," where his character added depth to the ensemble cast. He also captivated audiences as Adam Parkinson in Carla Lane's poignant series "Butterflies." In addition to these roles, he starred as Ashley Philips in "The Two of Us," and played Raymond, Fletch's son, in "Going Straight," the continuation of the iconic sitcom "Porridge."
His talent further shone through in "After You've Gone," where he portrayed Jimmy Venables, and in "Rock & Chips," the prequel to "Only Fools and Horses," where he brought to life the character Freddie 'The Frog' Robdal. Throughout his career, Lyndhurst has consistently demonstrated his ability to engage viewers, making significant contributions to British television comedy and drama.
Filmography
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Stalag Luft
1993 • 'Chump' Cosgrove
A United Kingdom
2016 • George Williams
Sky Bandits
1986 • Chalky
Frasier (2023)
2023 • Alan Cornwall
Butterflies
1978 • Adam Parkinson
New Tricks
2004 • Danny Griffin
The Story of Only Fools And Horses
2017
Goodnight Sweetheart
1993 • Gary Sparrow
Rock & Chips
2010 • Freddie Robdal
Going Straight
1978 • Raymond Fletcher
Only Fools and Horses
1981 • Rodney