James Marcus

Acting

James Marcus

James Marcus is best known for Doctor Who, Mind Your Language, UFO and Lovejoy. James Marcus was born on June 23, 1942. James Marcus died on May 4, 2020 at the age of 77.

Born
June 23, 1942
Place of birth
Romford, Essex, England, UK
Died
May 4, 2020 (77 years old)

Biography

James Marcus was a British actor. His first appearance on TV was the BBC show Hello, Good Evening and Welcome (1968). He is best known for his performance as Georgie, one of the droogs in Stanley Kubrick's controversial film A Clockwork Orange (1971) and for playing the lead role of station chief Sidney Tate in the 1986 TV movie and the subsequent first three seasons of ITV drama London's Burning from 1988 to 1990. In 1989, Marcus wrote and directed the movie Tank Malling starring Ray Winstone and Amanda Donohoe. In August 2024, the actors union Equity announced that Marcus had passed away. It later transpired that he had died some four years previously on 4th May, 2020.

Known for

Filmography

Frequently asked questions

What movies and shows has James Marcus been in?

James Marcus is best known for Doctor Who, Mind Your Language, UFO and Lovejoy.

When was James Marcus born?

James Marcus was born on June 23, 1942. (Romford, Essex, England, UK)

How old is James Marcus?

James Marcus died on May 4, 2020 at the age of 77.

Updated: October 26, 2026 ·