Craig Parkinson
Actor

Craig Parkinson Net Worth

Craig Parkinson is an English actor born in Blackpool, Lancashire, UK. He attended Blackpool and Fylde College before moving to London to study at the Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. He is best known for his roles in the 2007 film 'Control' and the second series of 'Whitechapel'. He has also appeared in the 2013 ghost drama 'The Secret of Crickley Hall' with his real life spouse, Susan Lynch, and has a son with her. His theatre work has been varied, ranging from 'Measure For Measure' at the National Theatre to Mike Leigh's revival of 'Ecstasy.'
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Actor
Birth Day March 11, 1976
Birth Place  Blackpool, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom
Age 48 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Aries
Occupation Actor
Height 6 ft 4 ⁄2 in (1.94 m)
Spouse(s) Susan Lynch
Children 1

💰 Net worth: $200,000 (2024)

Craig Parkinson's net worth is estimated to be $200,000 in 2024. The British actor, Craig Parkinson, has gained recognition for his outstanding performances on both the big and small screens. He has exhibited remarkable talent and versatility throughout his career, earning him a loyal fan base. Parkinson's notable appearances in popular television series and films have contributed to his financial success. As an accomplished actor in the United Kingdom, he continues to demonstrate his passion for the art and is expected to further enhance his net worth in the coming years.

Biography/Timeline

2007

Parkinson's early roles were small parts in long-running British television series such as Dalziel and Pascoe, The Bill, and Holby City. He made his film debut in 2007 in Control, a biopic of Joy Division singer Ian Curtis in which he played the role of Tony Wilson. In 2008 he starred in the British independent film The Taxidermist, playing The Taxidermist. The film won several awards, including Palm Springs International Short Film Festival 'Best Live Action Film over 15 minutes' and Rhode Island International Horror Film Festival 'Best Short Film'.

2009

In 2009 he played the abusive care worker Ben in the British television drama The Unloved, the directorial debut of Samantha Morton. Parkinson had previously starred alongside her in Control. The Unloved also featured Lauren Socha, with whom Parkinson would later star alongside in Misfits, as well as his wife, Susan Lynch.

2010

In 2010 Parkinson played both of the twins Jimmy and Johnny Kray in the ITV television series Whitechapel. The role involved a boxing scene which he prepared for by taking boxing lessons and going on a no-carb diet. In the same year he played Alan in the British film SoulBoy and Cubitt in the British film Brighton Rock. Towards the end of 2010 he began playing the probation worker Shaun in the E4 television series Misfits. He continued this role throughout 2011.

2011

In 2011 Parkinson appeared as the corrupt DS Matt 'Dot' Cottan in the award-winning BBC Two series Line of Duty.

2012

In 2012 he appeared as the Reverend Horace in the BBC supernatural thriller The Secret of Crickley Hall, adapted from the novel of the same name written by British author James Herbert. The Secret of Crickley Hall also featured his wife. Parkinson also starred in the music video for the song "Two Fingers" by Jake Bugg.

2013

He reprised his role as Matt 'Dot' Cottan in 2013 for the second series of Line of Duty, and in 2015 for the third series.

2015

In 2015, he originated the role of Inspector Fry in Martin McDonagh's acclaimed play Hangmen, which premiered at the Royal Court Theatre before transferring to London's West End after a sold-out run, and being broadcast by National Theatre Live. He also played the compassionate missionary Dougie Raworth in Indian Summers.

2017

In 2017, he appeared on the UK panel show Would I Lie to You?.

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