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Douglas Campbell, a stalwart in Canadian theatre, brought his rich acting, directing, and leadership skills to the forefront. Hailing from Scotland, Campbell joined Canada's Stratford Festival in 1953, where his versatile performances, from comedic to deeply emotional roles, captivated audiences for over four decades. His impact extended beyond acting to directing, showcasing his talent in productions like Stravinsky's "A Soldier's Tale" and "Julius Caesar." Despite brief forays into film and TV, his passion remained steadfast in live theatre. Honoured with the Order of Canada in 1997 and the Governor General's Performing Arts Award in 2003, Campbell's legacy endures through initiatives like The Douglas Campbell Award and Vancouver's Bard on the Beach's Douglas Campbell Studio Stage. Not only a remarkable actor, but Campbell also played a vital role in establishing professional theatre in Canada, leaving an enduring imprint on the country's theatrical landscape.

Known For

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The Voice of God

Noye's Fludde

2004

5.6

Santa Claus

Once Upon A Christmas

2000

7.6

Capt. Ed Smithers

Due South

1994

5.3

Mr. Bancroft

I Bought a Vampire Motorcycle

1990

5.6

Party Pro

Perfect

1985

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Manlus

Charlie Grant's War

1985

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Henry Green

Strange Brew

1983

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Porky Sullivan

If You Could See What I Hear

1982

2.8

The Walker

Double Negative

1980

5.3

Critchett Sr.

Nothing Personal

1980

Credits

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Noye's Fludde

as The Voice of God

2004

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Once Upon A Christmas

as Santa Claus

2000

5.6

Due South

as Capt. Ed Smithers

1994

7.6

I Bought a Vampire Motorcycle

as Mr. Bancroft

1990

5.3

Perfect

as Party Pro

1985

5.6

Charlie Grant's War

as Manlus

1985

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Strange Brew

as Henry Green

1983

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If You Could See What I Hear

as Porky Sullivan

1982

5.4

Double Negative

as The Walker

1980

2.8

Nothing Personal

as Critchett Sr.

1980

5.3

Lost and Found

as British Professor

1979

5.8

The Great Detective

as Inspector Alistair Cameron

1979

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Bill Brand

as Reg Starr

1976

6.3

A Fan's Notes

as Paddy the Duke

1972

5.5

When Tomorrow Dies

as Doug James

1965

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DuPont Show of the Month

as King Henry VIII

1957

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DuPont Show of the Month

1957

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Oedipus Rex

as Oedipus

1957

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The Stratford Adventure

as Self

1954

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