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Jimmy Perry was a screenwriter, film actor and composer, born on September 9, 1923 in Barnes, United Kingdom. Jimmy Perry died on October 23, 2016, aged 93. Listed accolades include Officer of the Order of the British Empire. Credited works include Dad's Army.
My Take
Jimmy Perry earns my deep respect as one of British comedy's quiet architects. With David Croft he conceived Dad's Army, finding warmth and gentle satire in the wartime Home Guard rather than cheap laughs, and even co-wrote its unforgettable theme. Decades after the final episode, the show remains lodged in the national affection, which tells you something about the care he poured into it. A writer, actor and composer rolled into one, honoured with the OBE, he proved that comedy, so often dismissed as disposable, is actually what endures. His work taught me that the lightest touch can leave the deepest mark.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Jimmy Perry
- Name (Japanese)
- ジミー・ペリー
- Reading
- じみー・ぺりー
- Born
- September 9, 1923 – October 23, 2016
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Virgo / Boar
- Origin
- Barnes, United Kingdom
- Occupation
- screenwriter / actor / film actor / composer / writer
2. Background
Awards & achievements
- Officer of the Order of the British Empire
3. Works & records
| Category | Title | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notable work | Dad's Army | — |
4. Links
- Wikipedia (English)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jimmy%20Perry
- Wikidatahttps://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q735304
5. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-24
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Jimmy Perry born?
Born September 9, 1923.
When did Jimmy Perry die?
Died October 23, 2016, aged 93.
Where was Jimmy Perry from?
Jimmy Perry was from Barnes, United Kingdom.
What did Jimmy Perry do?
Jimmy Perry worked as screenwriter, actor, film actor, composer, writer.
What was Jimmy Perry known for?
Notable works include Dad's Army.
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