Jonathan Alwyn

Jonathan Alwyn (10 October 1930 – 29 August 2021) was a British television director and producer, known for his work on Mystery and Imagination, The Avengers , and The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes.

Early life Jonathan Alwyn was born on 10 October 1930 in London, England. He was the son of composer William Alwyn and his first wife, Olive Alwyn. He had a younger brother, Nicholas Alwyn.

Career Alwyn began his career in theatre, working as a stage manager at the Young Vic Theatre in 1950 under George Devine. The following year, he joined The Old Vic Theatre Company in a similar role.

In 1953, Alwyn moved into television, working in the children's department of BBC Television. He continued to work in television as a producer and director throughout his career.

Filmography

Director Year Title Notes Ref 1981 When the Boat Comes In 2 episodes 1980–1981 Juliet Bravo 6 episodes 1980 The Trial of Lady Chatterley TV film 1980 The Enigma Files 2 episodes 1979 The Deep Concern 2 episodes 1978–1980 Enemy at the Door 6 episodes 1978 BBC2 Play of the Week 1 episode 1977 The Onedin Line 3 episodes 1977 Warship 3 episodes 1977 The Mackinnons 2 episodes 1976 Sutherland's Law 2 episodes 1976 Couples 2 episodes 1976 Killers 1 episode 1976 Life and Death of Penelope 1 episode 1974–1975 Six Days of Justice 6 episodes 1974–1975 Moody and Pegg 3 episodes 1974–1975 Rooms 6 episodes 1974 Dial M For Murder 6 episodes 1974 Napoleon and Love 2 episodes 1974 Bedtime Stories 1 episode 1973–1975 Public Eye 6 episodes 1971–1973 The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes 7 episodes 1972 Callan 1 episode 1972 Man at the Top 1 episode 1971 Brett 4 episodes 1971 The Mind of Mr. J.G. Reeder 1 episode 1970–1971 Doomwatch 5 episodes 1970 Ryan International 3 episodes 1969 Special Branch 1 episode 1969 Detective 2 episodes 1969 Tower of London: The Innocent TV Film 1969 Dr. Finlay's Casebook 1 episode 1968 The Root of All Evil? 1 episode 1968 Mystery and Imagination 1 episode 1967 Haunted 2 episodes 1966 Intrigue 1 episode 1965 Redcap 1 episode 1964 Miss Adventure 3 episodes 1962–1972 Armchair Theatre 18 episodes 1964 The Protectors 3 episodes 1962–1964 The Avengers 7 episodes 1962 Jezebel ex UK 2 episodes 1962 Out of This World 2 episodes 1961 Tales of Mystery 1 episode 1961 ITV Play of the Week 1 episode 1960–1961 No Hiding Place 4 episodes 1959–1961 Boyd Q.C. 16 episodes 1961 Top Secret 2 episodes 1960 Close-up 1 episode 1958–1960 ITV Television Playhouse 2 episodes 1958 The Chinese Dagger 6 episodes 1957–1959 Murder Bag 10 episodes 1957 Destination Downing Street 8 episodes 1957 The House That Jim Built 1956 Mr. Papingay's Ship 2 episodes 1955 The Little Round House 3 episodes

Producer Year Title Notes Ref 1994 Under the Hammer 7 episodes 1992 Maigret 6 episodes 1990 Campion 8 episodes 1989 Chelworth 8 episodes 1983–1987 Bergerac 29 episodes 1985 By the Sword Divided 10 episodes 1982 Juliet Bravo 14 episodes 1980 Enemy at the Door 13 episodes 1971–1973 The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes 6 episodes 1966–1968 Mystery and Imagination 18 episodes 1961 ITV Play of the Week 1 episode 1958–1960 ITV Television Playhouse 2 episodes 1955 Simon's Treasure TV Movie 1954 The Scarlet Eagle TV Movie

Writer Year Title Notes Ref 1957 Dead Giveaway 6 episodes (From an idea by) 1955 The Snow Queen 5 episodes (Adaptation)