Derek Riddell

Derek Riddell (born 11 January 1967) is a Scottish television and theatre actor. He is best known for the portrayal of Richard Cawood in the BBC One television series Happy Valley. He is also known for Gentleman Jack, Industry and The Missing. He has guest-starred in Doctor Who, Ugly Betty, Silent Witness, Waterloo Road, and Shetland. Riddell was born in Glasgow, the son of teacher and former actress Hope Ross and former St Mirren and Berwick Rangers footballer Ian Riddell. He graduated from the University of Strathclyde with a degree in business, before training at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, graduating in 1990.

Derek Riddell is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 26 verified screen credits connected to this profile. Selected work includes Gunpowder (2017), Mary Shelley (2017), Death in Paradise (2011), Doctor Who (2005), Midsomer Murders (1997), Casualty (1986), Shetland (2013), Spooks (2002). The recorded credits span 1983 to 2023, including 2 movies and 24 TV shows. The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.