An Actor's Life for Me
Series Overview
Robert Neilson has ambitions to play Hamlet but will do most acting work. His fiancée, Sue, and agent, Desmond, gently encourage his aspirations.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 6 Episodes
30 min per episode
1991 – 1991
Premiered: Thu, Nov 14, 1991
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 6: “Not Suitable for Parents”
Robert has been cast in a sex comedy, but when Sue's straight-laced parents come to visit, he dares not have them see him in it. He suggests Sue take them to see 'The Importance of Being Earnest' instead. Bad decision.
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An Actor's Life For Me BBC Series DVDOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-07-14
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Mayhew-Archer
Alan Dixon
Bryan Izzard
Department Leadership Roster
Bryan Izzard
Producer
Alan Dixon
Editor
Lynda Kettle
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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12: Suitable only for 12 years and over.
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Suitable only for 12 years and over.
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What is An Actor's Life for Me about?
Robert Neilson has ambitions to play Hamlet but will do most acting work. His fiancée, Sue, and agent, Desmond, gently encourage his aspirations.
How many seasons does An Actor's Life for Me have?
An Actor's Life for Me comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in An Actor's Life for Me?
Key cast members in An Actor's Life for Me include John Gordon Sinclair, Victor Spinetti, Gina McKee.
Who created or directed An Actor's Life for Me?
An Actor's Life for Me was developed and directed by Paul Mayhew-Archer.