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Martin Shaw (born 21 January 1945) is an English stage, television, and film actor. He came to national recognition in the role of Ray Doyle in ITV crime-action television drama series The Professionals (1977–1983).
Martin Shaw is a versatile English actor who has starred in over 100 TV roles, including The Professionals, Judge John Deed, and Inspector George Gently. He is also a pilot, a theatre veteran, and a patron of animal welfare.
- January 1, 1
- 1.74 m
- Birmingham, England, UK
The actor reveals why he asked for his character to be killed off in a blaze of glory at the end of the series. He also reflects on the story arc of the principled policeman who pursued justice and truth for 10 years.
- Eleanor Bley Griffiths
- 5 min
Learn about the life and career of Martin Shaw, a versatile English actor who has starred in over 100 TV roles and several West End plays. Find out his family, trivia, quotes and more on IMDb.
- January 21, 1945
Oct 26, 2021 · While Martin Shaw fans will be used to seeing him play a detective, his role is reversed in ITV's latest four-part crime drama. In The Long Call , the 76-year-old Inspector George Gently star is playing worlds away from his famous former roles in The Professionals, Rhodes, The Chief, and Judge John Deed .
Aug 26, 2012 · The actor, known for roles in The Professionals, Judge John Deed and Inspector George Gently, talks about his passion for flying vintage aeroplanes, his views on politics and TV drama, and his turbulent relationship with the press. Read the full interview from 2012 in The Scotsman.
Mar 27, 2007 · Learn about the life and career of Martin Shaw, a versatile British actor who starred in The Professionals, Judge John Deed and many other roles. Find out his personal details, film and TV credits, and interesting facts.
