Rare photos

Along my journey of connecting with those involved with the production of Minder, I have been lucky enough to see some incredible photographs I had never seen before. I share some of the best of these below and credit where possible. Thanks to all those who have written in with some greats!

We start with photos from listener Mike Nicholson; more info on which will be included at a later date.

A variety of nice little earners follows…

Arthur and Terry minding the FA Cup in 1988

On the set of Sorry Pal, Wrong Number at South Acton in 1984

Leon Griffiths interview courtesy of Minder.org

Photoplay magazine featuring Diana Malin 1981

The real story behind ‘Looking For Micky’ came from insider knowledge courtesy of Tony Hoare regarding a certain Krays association. For the full story listen to episode 27 of The Minder Podcast

Here is Mad Micky and his inspiration, Frank Mitchell

Sound man Derek Rye Series 1 © Nick Pearson

Episode 31 of The Minder Podcast features an interview with camera grip Nick Pearson. Not only does that chat give great insider knowledge of filming Minder, but Nick was also kind enough to supply me with some excellent photos he still retains.

Roy Ward Baker And Cec Cooney Series 1 © Nick Pearson

Nick works on Arthur’s car rig in Series 1
© Nick Pearson

Loader Terry claps for Series 4
© Nick Pearson

Director Martin Campbell, at the helm for two classics in Series 2
© Nick Pearson

The crew and firm favourite Dennis on the set of Series 1
© Nick Pearson

Nick and camera crew on Series 1
© Nick Pearson

Nick and the camera crew on Series 3
© Nick Pearson

More photos to follow soon!