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"My Hero" - Cast of Characters Quiz

In order for a television show to be successful, it requires the involvement of many people. Allow me to introduce them to you.

A multiple-choice quiz by Deunan. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
Deunan

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
323,788

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
151

Awards
Top 35% Quiz

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Question 1 of 10

1. Janet Dawkins was the young woman rescued by Thermoman. Who played Janet? Hint

Lill Roughley

Emily Joyce

Geraldine McNulty

Lesley Pope

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Question 2 of 10

2. The hero of this show was Thermoman. He was also known as George Sunday. Who played George in the first episodes of the series?
Hint

Tim Wylton

Ardal O'Hanlon

Hugh Dennis

James Dreyfus

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Question 3 of 10

3. Piers Crispin was a doctor in "My Hero". Which actor portrayed this quirky, self-absorbed man? Hint

Lou Hirsch

Paul Mendelson

Philip Whitchurch

Hugh Dennis

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Question 4 of 10

4. Tyler knew right away George was Thermoman. This fact causes many problems. Who played Tyler? Hint

Lou Hirsch

John Stroud

Philip Whitchurch

Jamie Rix

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Question 5 of 10

5. Janet's mom was a bit over the top. Who was the first actress who was Janet's Mum? Hint

Emily Joyce

Sophie Clarke-Jervoise

Lill Roughley

Geraldine McNulty

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Question 6 of 10

6. Stanley Dawkins was a luv. While his wife, Ella, was a bit excessive, Stanley was a wonderful Dad. Who played Stanley? Hint

James Hendrie

Gary Lawson

Simon Braithwaite

Tim Wylton

7. Mrs. Raven was someone I would not like to encounter at the doctor's office. She was curt, rude and rather irritating. She did anything she could to avoid having ill people around her. Who played this character? Hint

Cecily Johns

Geraldine McNulty

Irene Whitley

Gloria Humphries

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Question 8 of 10

8. Thermoman/George had a cousin who is also from Ultron. When he began charging to rescue people, the council removed his super powers. Who played this wily character? Hint

Marcus Mortimer

James Dreyfus

Geoffrey Perkins

Lou Hirsch

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Question 9 of 10

9. The people who wrote, directed and produced this series are equally as important as the actors. Who was the creator of "My Hero"? Hint

Paul Mendelson

John Phelps

Paul Alexander

Ian Brown

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Question 10 of 10

10. The person who directed "My Hero" was another asset to the success of the show. Who was the director? Hint

John Stroud

Marcus Mortimer

Jamie Rix

Geoffrey Perkins

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Janet Dawkins was the young woman rescued by Thermoman. Who played Janet?

Answer: Emily Joyce

Ms. Joyce has been involved in many different aspects of the entertainment world. She formed, and was lead singer, of the band "In Spite of All That". She was also a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Ms. Joyce is married and has two children.

2. The hero of this show was Thermoman. He was also known as George Sunday. Who played George in the first episodes of the series?

Answer: Ardal O'Hanlon

Mr. O'Hanlon was also a cast member of "Father Ted" in which he played Father Dougal McGuire. He founded the International Comedy Cellar. He was born in Ireland.

3. Piers Crispin was a doctor in "My Hero". Which actor portrayed this quirky, self-absorbed man?

Answer: Hugh Dennis

His first name is actually Peter. He uses his middle name as there was a Peter Dennis in Equity who was on the management panel. Steve Punt and he are comedy partners and that is the venue where Peter/Hugh is best known. Peter/Hugh is a skilled impressionist and does voice over work.

4. Tyler knew right away George was Thermoman. This fact causes many problems. Who played Tyler?

Answer: Philip Whitchurch

Mr. Whitchurch is a film, stage, and television actor. He has over a dozen roles to his credit.

5. Janet's mom was a bit over the top. Who was the first actress who was Janet's Mum?

Answer: Lill Roughley

Ms. Roughley also played "Alice" in "Mulberry" (one of my favorites). She has appeared on British television since the 1970s and has performed in many series.

6. Stanley Dawkins was a luv. While his wife, Ella, was a bit excessive, Stanley was a wonderful Dad. Who played Stanley?

Answer: Tim Wylton

Mr. Wylton was born in Wales. His first appearance on television was in 1964 in "The Comedy of Errors". Since that time, he has continued to sharpen his expertise on television as well as in movies.

Answer: Geraldine McNulty

Ms. McNulty is a actress of both stage and television. She has also engaged in radio work.

8. Thermoman/George had a cousin who is also from Ultron. When he began charging to rescue people, the council removed his super powers. Who played this wily character?

Answer: Lou Hirsch

Mr. Hirsh was born in Brooklyn, New York and he attended the Guildhall School of Music & Drama.

Playing Americans in British television shows is a specialty.

9. The people who wrote, directed and produced this series are equally as important as the actors. Who was the creator of "My Hero"?

Answer: Paul Mendelson

Paul Mendelson was the creator and also a writer for the series. Mr. Alexander, Mr. Phelps, and Mr. Brown were writers.

10. The person who directed "My Hero" was another asset to the success of the show. Who was the director?

Answer: John Stroud

Mr. Stroud was a Director and a Producer. Mr. Rix and Mr. Mortimer were also Producers. Mr. Perkins was an Executive Producer.

Source: Author Deunan

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