Peter Purves
English actor and television presenter (1939–)
Peter John Purves is an English television presenter and actor. Beginning his career as an actor, he joined Doctor Who to play Steven Taylor, a companion of the First Doctor, which he played from 1965 until 1966. In 1967, he became a presenter on the children's programme Blue Peter, where he remained for eleven years. He has continued to make appearances on TV, including coverage of the Crufts dog show.
Filmography in the catalog
Credited on 1 film (1968) — matched by name in the Creator or Credits field.
| Year ▲ | Title | Creator | Length | Format | Color | Sound |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | The Savages | Gorg Allan | 16mm | sound |