Biography
Michael Brandon (born April 20, 1945) is an American actor who resides in the United Kingdom and United States. He is known for his role as James Dempsey in the British drama series Dempsey and Makepeace (1985–1986) and narrating the American dub of the children's television series Thomas & Friends (2004–2012). His theatre credits include the original Broadway production of Does a Tiger Wear a Necktie? (1969), and Jerry Springer in the West End production of Jerry Springer: The Opera (2003–2004).
Acted in 88
2020s
- 2024
- 2022
2010s
- 2018
- 2017
- 2015
- 2013
- 2011
2000s
- 2009
- 2008
- 2007
After You've Gone
Bill Tucker · 1 episode
- 2006
Are You Ready for Love?
Randy
- 2005
Roman Vice
Narrátor
Dead Man Weds
Chuck Newman · 6 episodes
- 2004
Hawking
Arno Penzias
The Catherine Tate Show
TV
- 2003
Dinotopia 6: The Exit
Frank Scott
Dinotopia 5: The Virus
Frank Scott
Dinotopia 4: New Horizons
Frank Scott
- 2002
Dinotopia 3: The Election
Frank Scott
Dinotopia 2: The Temptation
Frank Scott
Dinotopia
Frank Scott
- 2001
- 2000
Contaminated Man
Wyles
1990s
- 1999
CI5: The New Professionals
TV
- 1998
Déjà Vu
Alex
- 1997
The Disappearance of Kevin Johnson
Jeff Littman
- 1995
- 1994
Murder or Memory: A Moment of Truth Movie
Arnie Hansen
- 1993
- 1991
Dynasty: The Reunion
Arlen Marshall · 2 episodes
- 1990
The Care of Time
Robert Halliday
Believed Violent
Tom Lepski
Want to Stay Alive
Tom Lepski
Have a Nice Night
Tom Lepski
1980s
- 1989
Try This One for Size
Tom Lepski
- 1988
Rock 'N Roll Mom
Jeff Robins
- 1987
Visitors
Eddie
- 1986
- 1985
Dempsey and Makepeace The Movie
Dempsey
Deadly Messages
Michael Krasnick
- 1984
- 1983
- 1982
Between Two Brothers
Bob Frazer
- 1981
Rich and Famous
Max (uncredited)
- 1980
A Change of Seasons
Pete Lachapelle
A Perfect Match
Steve Triandos
1970s
- 1979
Promises in the Dark
Dr. Jim Sandman
A Vacation in Hell
Alan
- 1978
The Comedy Company
Paul Lester
FM
Jeff Dugan
- 1977
Red Alert
Carl Wyche
- 1976
Scott Free
Tony Scott
- 1975
Cage Without a Key
Ben Holian
Queen of the Stardust Ballroom
David
- 1974
The Red Badge of Courage
Pvt. Jim Conklin
Hitchhike!
Keith Miles
- 1973
The Third Girl from the Left
David
Heavy Traffic
(voice)
- 1972
- 1971
Jennifer on My Mind
Marcus Rottner
- 1970
Lovers and Other Strangers
Mike Vecchio
1960s
- 1969
Mr. Deeds Goes to Town
TV
Directed 2
1980s
- 1988
- 1985
Appearances67
2010s
- 2016
- 2015
Thomas & Friends: Wild Water Rescue & Other Engine Adventures
Narrator / Diesel (voice)
The American Invasion
Self - Presenter
- 2013
Thomas & Friends: Animals Aboard!
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Go Go Thomas!
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Muddy Matters
Narrator / Diesel (voice)
- 2012
Thomas & Friends: Sticky Situations
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: A Very Thomas Christmas
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Schoolhouse Delivery
Narrator / Diesel (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Engine Friends
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Curious Cargo
Narrator (voice)
- 2011
Thomas & Friends: Rescue on the Rails
Narrator / Diesel (voice)
HiT Favorites: Friends and Family
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Merry Christmas, Thomas!
Narrator / Diesel (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Thomas in Charge!
Narrator / Diesel (voice)
HiT Favorites: Preschool Fun
Narrator (voice)
HiT Favorites: Sweet Dreams
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: The Birthday Express
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Pop Goes Thomas
Narrator / Mr. Bubbles (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Wobbly Wheels and Whistles
Narrator (voice)
- 2010
HiT Favorites: Animal Tails
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Merry Winter Wish
Narrator / Mr. Bubbles (voice)
Thomas & Friends: The Lion of Sodor
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Creaky Cranky
Narrator / Diesel (voice)
Thomas & Friends: The Greatest Stories
Narrator (voice)
HiT Favorites: Colors Are Fun!
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Thomas and the Runaway Kite
Narrator (voice)
2000s
- 2009
Thomas & Friends: Splish, Splash, Splosh!
Narrator / Mr. Bubbles (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Holiday Express
Narrator (voice)
HiT Favorites: Frosty Friends
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Percy and the Bandstand
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: High Speed Adventures
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: High Speed Adventures
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Railway Friends
Narrator (voice)
- 2008
Thomas & Friends: Mud Glorious Mud
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Thomas and the Treasure
Narrator (voice)
- 2007
HiT Favorites: Winter Wonderland
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Thomas and the Toy Workshop
Narrator (voice)
Doris Day: Virgin Territory
Self
Thomas & Friends: Thomas & Friends on the Big Screen
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Carnival Capers
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Milkshake Muddle
Narrator (voice)
- 2006
Jack and the Sodor Construction Company
Narrator (voice) · 13 episodes
Thomas & Friends: Come Ride the Rails
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Thomas' Halloween Adventures
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: On Site with Thomas and Other Adventures
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Tales from the Tracks
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Thomas and the Really Brave Engines and Other Adventures
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Track Stars
Narrator (voice)
- 2005
Thomas & Friends: Percy Saves the Day and Other Adventures
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Songs from the Station
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Thomas' Sodor Celebration!
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Hooray for Thomas and Other Adventures
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Thomas' Rescue Adventures
Narrator (voice)
- 2004
Thomas & Friends: Thomas and the Jet Engine and Other Adventures
Narrator (voice)
Thomas & Friends: Steamies vs. Diesels and Other Thomas Adventures
Narrator (voice)
- 2001
Dario Argento: An Eye for Horror
Self
1980s
- 1987
The Grand Knockout Tournament
Self
- 1984
1970s
- 1978
- 1977
Lindsay Wagner: Another Side of Me
Self
