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Acting
John Collin
John Collin is best known for The Saint, Holocaust, All Creatures Great and Small and The Sweeney. John Collin was born on January 1, 1931. John Collin died on February 25, 1987 at the age of 56.
- Born
- January 1, 1931
- Place of birth
- Burley-in-Wharfedale, Ilkley, Bradford, West Yorkshire, England, UK
- Died
- February 25, 1987 (56 years old)
Biography
John Collin was a prolific British character actor known for his tough, commanding presence in classic UK television series and films. He is most recognized for his role as Detective Sergeant Cecil Haggar in the long-running BBC police drama Z-Cars.
Known for
Filmography
- 1978All Creatures Great and SmallMr. Alderson
- 1978HolocaustRahm
- 1978Born and BredRyder
- 1978Wuthering HeightsMr Earnshaw
- 1978StrangersFarm Manager
- 1976Our Mutual FriendRoger 'Rogue' Riderhood
- 1975The SweeneyParish
- 1974Dial M for MurderSergeant Cassar
- 1972The ProtectorsSlade
- 1972Crown CourtFrank Page
- 1972The AdventurerJohn Campbell
- 1971JusticeDavid McGuire
- 1971The GuardiansTom Weston
- 1970ManhuntPaco
- 1970Play for TodayTerry
- 1970ConfessionGeorge Bartlett
- 1969The Main ChanceCharlie Webster
- 1969W. Somerset MaughamPrynne
- 1968The ExpertDetective Chief Superintendent Mowbray
- 1967ITV PlayhouseKing
- 1967Half Hour StoryMatt
- 1967EscapeMac
- 1967Boy Meets GirlDaniel
- 1966Five MoreBaines
- 1965Public EyeAllan Biddersloe
- 1965BBC Play of the MonthDawker
- 1965Thirty-Minute TheatreRoss
- 1964Theatre 625Josiah Braithwaite
- 1964RedcapInspector Parish
- 1964The Wednesday PlayTwigg
- 1962The SaintSergio
- 1962Z-CarsDet. Sgt. Haggar
- 1955ITV Play of the WeekDet. Sgt. Astell
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has John Collin been in?
John Collin is best known for The Saint, Holocaust, All Creatures Great and Small and The Sweeney.
When was John Collin born?
John Collin was born on January 1, 1931. (Burley-in-Wharfedale, Ilkley, Bradford, West Yorkshire, England, UK)
How old is John Collin?
John Collin died on February 25, 1987 at the age of 56.
Updated: October 28, 2026 ·