Peter Cushing was an unforgettable presence in the cult cinema of the 1950s, 60s, and 70s, and he remains one of Britain's best-loved film stars. During his lengthy career, his roles included Doctor Who, Sherlock Holmes, and Grand Moff Tarking, the villain of the original Star Wars . This is the definitive guide to the stage and screen career of this much-admired, very private actor.