Nigel Havers
Biography
Nigel Allan Havers is a renowned English actor celebrated for his extensive work in television and film. He gained significant recognition for his BAFTA-nominated performance as Lord Andrew Lindsay in the iconic 1981 film Chariots of Fire. Additionally, he is well-remembered for his character, Dr. Tom Latimer, in the beloved British sitcom Don't Wait Up. Havers also made a mark in the popular soap opera Coronation Street, where he played the character Lewis Archer from 2009 to 2010.
With a career spanning decades, Havers has showcased his versatility across various genres, earning him a loyal fanbase and critical acclaim. His contributions to the entertainment industry have made him a respected figure in British acting circles, and he continues to remain active in various projects.
Filmography
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A Passage to India
1984 • Ronny Heaslop
Agatha Christie: 100 Years of Poirot and Miss Marple
2020 • Self - Narrator (voice)
Empire of the Sun
1987 • Dr. Rawlins
Chariots of Fire
1981 • Lord Andrew Lindsay
Penélope (2006)
2006 • Mr. Vanderman
Murder on the Blackpool Express
2017 • Doc
The Whistle Blower
1986 • Robert "Bob" Jones
Paradise Lost
1999 • Hofstadter
Burke & Wills
1985 • William John Wills
The Burning Season
1994 • Steven Kaye
Farewell to the King
1989 • Capt. Fairbourne
Brian Pern: A Life in Rock
2014 • Tony Pebblé
Posh Hotels with Sally & Nigel
2019 • Self
Finding Alice
2021 • Roger
Don't Wait Up
1983
A Cruel Love: The Ruth Ellis Story
2025 • Cecil Havers
The Cockfields
2019 • Larry
Dangerfield
1995 • Dr. Jonathan Paige