Hugh Quarshie
Biography
Hugh Anthony Quarshie, born on December 22, 1954, is a talented actor originally from Ghana who has made a significant mark in British stage, television, and film. He is widely recognized for his memorable performances, notably in the classic fantasy film Highlander (1986) and the blockbuster Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace (1999). Quarshie has also gained acclaim for his enduring portrayal of Ric Griffin in the popular BBC medical drama Holby City, a role he has inhabited since its launch in 2001, showcasing his versatility and depth as an actor. Throughout his career, Quarshie has earned a reputation for his commitment to his craft and his ability to bring complex characters to life, making him a respected figure in the entertainment industry.
Filmography
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The Church
1989 • Father Gus
Book Club: The Next Chapter
2023 • Ousmane
The Return (2024)
2024
Retribution (2017)
2017 • DI Reed
Ghosted
2011
Titus Andronicus
1985 • Aaron
Wing Commander
1999 • Lt. Obutu
Conspiracy of Silence
2003 • Fr. Joseph Ennis
RSC Live: Othello
2015 • Othello
Highlander
1986 • Sunda Kastagir
The Railway Children Return
2022 • General Harrison
Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace
1999 • Captain Panaka
Nightbreed
1990 • Detective Joyce
A Midsummer Night's Dream (1981)
1981 • Philostrate
Small Island
2009 • Narrator
Maryland
2023 • Pete
Riches
2022 • Stephen Richards
Holby City
1999 • Ric Griffin
Stephen
2021 • Neville Lawrence
She's Out
1995 • DCI Ron Craigh
The Great Rift: Africa's Wild Heart
2010 • Narrator