Peter Burroughs


Peter Burroughs is a British television and film actor, the director of Willow Management. He is the father-in-law of actor and TV presenter Warwick Davis.

Early career

Burroughs initially ran a shop in his village at Yaxley, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom.
His first dramatic role was that of the character "Branic" in the 1979 television series The Legend of King Arthur. He also acted in the television shows Dick Turpin, The Goodies, Doctor Who and One Foot in the Grave.

Film career

Burroughs played roles in Hollywood movies such as Flash Gordon, George Lucas' Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi, Willow, The Dark Crystal, Labyrinth and The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. In 1995, Burroughs set up Willow Management, an agency for short actors, along with co-actor Warwick Davis. He portrayed a bank goblin in the Harry Potter series.

Personal life

Burroughs' daughter, Samantha, is married to Warwick Davis. He has another daughter, Hayley Burroughs, who is also an actress.

Filmography