Alan Simpson

Alan Simpson

Writing

Born November 27, 1929 · Brixton, London, England, UK

8 films as director · Active 1950–1982

Alan Francis Simpson was an English scriptwriter. He was best known as part of the Galton and Simpson comedy writing partnership with Ray Galton.

Known for

Hancock's Half Hour

Hancock's Half Hour

1956

The Siege of Sidney Street

The Siege of Sidney Street

1960

The Unforgettable Sid James

The Unforgettable Sid James

2000

Tony Hancock: From East Cheam to Earls Court

Tony Hancock: From East Cheam to Earls Court

1985

When Steptoe Met Son

When Steptoe Met Son

2002

Seriously Seeking Sid

Seriously Seeking Sid

1993

Look at Life: Funny Business Is No Joke

Look at Life: Funny Business Is No Joke

1967

Directed(8)

1952Walk in St George
1950Wake Up and Dance

Acting(7)

2002When Steptoe Met SonSelf
Film
2000The Unforgettable Sid JamesSelf
Film
1993Seriously Seeking SidSelf
Film
1985Tony Hancock: From East Cheam to Earls CourtSelf
Film
1967Look at Life: Funny Business Is No JokeSelf
Film
1960The Siege of Sidney StreetUniformed Police Inspector
Film
1956Hancock's Half Hour
TV