Derek Martinus
Derek Martinus | |
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| Born | Derek Buitenhuis 4 April 1931 Ilford, Essex, United Kingdom |
| Died | 27 March 2014 (aged 82) United Kingdom |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, director |
| Years active | 1950s–1986 |
| Notable work | Z-Cars, Doctor Who |
| Spouse |
Eivor Olausson (m. 1963) |
| Children | 2 |
Derek Buitenhuis (4 April 1931 – 27 March 2014), known professionally as Derek Martinus, was an English television and theatre director. Originally an actor, he directed episodes of Z-Cars and Doctor Who, for which he was best known. He also had a long career directing stage productions.