Biography

Born 1945, actor, jazz drummer, stand up comedian and impersonator, Maxton Beesley first came to fame winning a series of Opportunity Knocks in 1972. From there he worked regularly on impressions show Who Do You Do, before moving into acting and voice over work. He is the father of actor, Max Beesley and is married to singer Christine Marlowe.

Known For

Fred

Frederick Fleet (1965)

Moonstalker

Chief Supt. Lowe (as Maxton Beeston)

The Eye of Satan

Chief Inspector Pete Chase (as Maxton G. Beesley)

Looking for Eric

Eric's Father

Last of the Summer Wine: Getting Sam Home

Colin's Mate

Desperate Measures

George

Mancunian Man: The Legendary Life of Cliff Twemlow

Self

Target Eve Island

Crazy Max