Paul Butterworth

Paul Butterworth is a British veteran character actor with over forty years of experience in film and television. Known for his versatility and nuanced performances, he has built a distinguished career portraying memorable supporting roles and distinctive characters across a wide range of genres. His screen work includes Barry in the BAFTA-winning film The Full Monty, Michael Ellacott in the BBC/HBO series Strike, and Richard in Richard Eyre's acclaimed feature Allelujah.Throughout his career, Butterworth has collaborated with leading directors and ensembles, consistently bringing depth, professionalism, and authenticity to every role.In 2024, he filmed a two-hander scene opposite Samantha Morton in Ronan Day-Lewis' debut feature Anemone (Plan B / Focus Features / Universal). Although the scene was ultimately cut from the final release, Ronan sent a personal email describing the work as beautiful and how difficult the decision had been. Butterworth describes the experience as "wonderful - inclusive, collaborative, and family-like," and credits Ronan's note - "Internalise the pain" - with helping him find the right emotional pitch.He is valued by directors and casting professionals for his reliability, range, and ability to inhabit diverse characters, making him a strong choice for productions seeking a seasoned actor who delivers compelling performances.- IMDb mini biography by: Paul Butterworth