Michael Ferguson

Born: 1937-06-14

Birthplace: New Malden, Surrey, England, UK

Biography

Michael Ferguson (14 June 1937 — 4 October 2021) was an English director who worked primarily in television. He is best known for his work on such series as Doctor Who (serving as one of few to work on three consecutive eras, directing one First Doctor serial, one Second Doctor serial, and two Third Doctor serials), Casualty, and EastEnders. Ferguson served as executive producer of the latter from 1989 to 1991, and is credited with revitalising the show.

Known For

Killer Waiting
Return of the Unknown
1+1=1.5
Taste of Evil
The Last Witness
Too Close to the Edge
Doctor Who: The War Machines
Doctor Who: The Ambassadors of Death
Doctor Who: The Seeds of Death
Warriors of Mars

Top Movie Credits

Killer Waiting Director
Return of the Unknown
1+1=1.5 Director
Taste of Evil Director
The Last Witness Director
Too Close to the Edge Writer
Doctor Who: The War Machines Director
Doctor Who: The Ambassadors of Death Director
Doctor Who: The Seeds of Death Director
Warriors of Mars