Peter McCauley (born 8 March 1950) is an

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from

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who has appeared in many television series and movies, mainly in his home country.

Career

McCauley graduated from Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School in 1973 with a Certificate in Acting. He has worked in television dramas such as ''Star Runner'' and ''

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'' in which he played Professor George Challenger. His character on The Lost World was a scientist with a thirst to prove the existence of dinosaurs on a plateau in the jungle. When the expedition is stranded he and other characters come upon various societies and creatures. The show lasted for 3 seasons before cancellation due to financial issues. He also appeared in several episodes of the

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hit series

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. He has since worked for the BBC editing movies and television series.

Filmography

Film

Television

Theatre

References

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Living people New Zealand male television actors New Zealand male soap opera actors 20th-century New Zealand male actors 21st-century New Zealand male actors 1950 births Toi Whakaari alumni {{NewZealand-tv-actor-stub