Sheffield people: 16 famous actors from the city who have starred in TV shows and films

Sheffield has been the setting for many great movies and TV shows, from The Full Monty to Doctor Who.

The city has also produced some fine actors, who have enjoyed glittering careers on the big and small screen.

Sean Bean, Dominic West and Michael Palin are among the household names who were born, grew up and went to school in Sheffield.

But there are many more famous faces from the city who have starred in shows including Coronation Street, Casualty, EastEnders and Call The Midwife, but whose links with Sheffield are perhaps not so well known.

How many of these famous actors do you recognise from their roles on TV or in film, and did you know about their connection to Sheffield?

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