Chris Bryant (writer) facts for kids

Christopher Bryan Spencer Dobson (born June 7, 1936 – died October 27, 2008) was an English writer. He was best known for writing scripts for movies and TV shows. He used the name Chris Bryant for his work. He also sometimes acted in the productions he wrote.

Chris Bryant's Early Life

Christopher Brian Spencer Dobson was born in Bolton, Lancashire, England. His family had a history of success. His great-grandfather, Sir Benjamin Dobson, was a wealthy textile machinery maker. He even became the mayor of Bolton.

Chris Bryant went to school at Radley College. He then studied law at Corpus Christi College, Cambridge. Later, he earned a special law degree from McGill University in Canada in 1959.

After finishing his studies, Bryant stayed in Canada for a while. In 1960, he worked for the Canadian Minister of Justice, Davie Fulton. At the same time, he enjoyed performing as a stand-up comedian in his free time. This double life caused a bit of a stir when it became known.

He later moved back to England. He settled in Burford, Oxfordshire, where he lived until he passed away in 2008 at the age of 72.

What Chris Bryant Wrote

Chris Bryant was a talented screenwriter. This means he wrote the scripts for films and television shows. He wrote for many different types of stories, from thrillers to historical dramas.

Here are some of the movies and TV shows he wrote for:

• Special Branch (TV series) (1969) – A TV series
• Don't Look Now (1973) – A famous thriller movie
• The Girl from Petrovka (1974)
• The Spiral Staircase (1975)
• Joseph Andrews (1977)
• The Awakening (1980)
• Lady Jane (1986) – He wrote the original story for this film.
• Stealing Heaven (1988)
• Young Catherine (1991) – A TV movie
• Miracle at Midnight (1998) – A TV movie

Chris Bryant's Acting Roles

Besides writing, Chris Bryant also appeared as an actor in some productions. He often acted in the movies or TV shows that he had helped to write.

Here are some of his acting roles:

• Joseph Andrews (1977) – He played the role of the Wicked Squire's Steward.
• Young Catherine (1991) (TV) – He appeared as Doctor Lande.
• Only in Hollywood (2002) – He played The Preacher.