British Filmmaker John Irvin, Director of 'Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy,' Dies at 86

British filmmaker John Irvin, known for directing the acclaimed television drama 'Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy' and films like 'Hamburger Hill,' has died peacefully at his home at the age of 86, surrounded by his family.

18 Aug, 22:03 — 19 Aug, 04:31

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John Irvin was a notable director whose work spanned both critically acclaimed television adaptations and Hollywood action films. His adaptation of John le Carré's "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy" is considered a landmark in television drama, while his foray into action cinema with films like "Hamburger Hill" showcased his versatility.

Key entitiesJohn Irvin Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy Hamburger Hill The Dogs of War Raw Deal John le Carré

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The GuardianMostly Factual11d ago

John Irvin, British film-maker who directed Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, dies aged 86

The director’s BBC hit opened the door to Hollywood action films including Hamburger Hill, The Dogs of War and Raw Deal John Irvin, the British film-maker who directed the Bafta-winning BBC miniseries Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, as well as films including Hamburger Hill, The Dogs of War and Raw Deal, has died aged 86. Irvin died “peacefully at home” on 11 August, surrounded by his family, his producer Claire Evans confirmed to the Guardian. Continue reading...

By Sian Cain

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varietyMostly Factual11d ago

John Irvin, Director of ‘Hamburger Hill,’ ‘Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy,’ Dies at 86

John Irvin, the British director of “Hamburger Hill,” the “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy” miniseries and 1981’s “Ghost Story,” died Aug. 11. He was 86. His producers confirmed he died at the home of his sister-in-law in the U.K. The award-winning director’s career spanned several decades, each punctuated by a different focus. By the end of […]

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John Irvin, Director Of ‘Hamburger Hill’ & ‘Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy’ TV Drama, Dies Aged 86

British filmmaker John Irvin, known for action movies including Hamburger Hill and Raw Deal and BAFTA-winning TV series Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, has died aged 86. According to Irvin’s producers, the BAFTA-winning filmmaker died peacefully at the UK home of his sister-in-law on 11th August, surrounded by his family. Irvin made more than thirty features […]

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First report: deadline · 18 Aug, 22:03|Full coverage: 7 · 18h|Window: 18h

deadline18 Aug, 22:03First to report

John Irvin, Director Of ‘Hamburger Hill’ & ‘Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy’ TV Drama, Dies Aged 86

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vg18 Aug, 23:14

Amerikanske medier: John Irvin er død

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variety19 Aug, 00:28

John Irvin, Director of ‘Hamburger Hill,’ ‘Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy,’ Dies at 86

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The Guardian19 Aug, 04:31

John Irvin, British film-maker who directed Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, dies aged 86

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danas19 Aug, 08:15

Preminuo reditelj Džon Irvin

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le-figaro19 Aug, 16:07

John Irvin, le réalisateur de la série La Taupe, est mort à 86 ans

orf19 Aug, 16:16Latest update

British Filmmaker John Irvin, Director of 'Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy,' Dies at 86

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John Irvin, British film-maker who directed Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, dies aged 86

John Irvin, Director of ‘Hamburger Hill,’ ‘Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy,’ Dies at 86

John Irvin, Director Of ‘Hamburger Hill’ & ‘Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy’ TV Drama, Dies Aged 86

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John Irvin, Director Of ‘Hamburger Hill’ & ‘Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy’ TV Drama, Dies Aged 86

Amerikanske medier: John Irvin er død

John Irvin, Director of ‘Hamburger Hill,’ ‘Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy,’ Dies at 86

John Irvin, British film-maker who directed Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, dies aged 86

Preminuo reditelj Džon Irvin

John Irvin, le réalisateur de la série La Taupe, est mort à 86 ans

Britischer Filmemacher John Irvin ist tot

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