Denis Stamper Lawson (born 27 September 1947) is a Scottish actor and director. He is perhaps best known for his roles as John Jarndyce in the BBC's adaptation of Bleak House and as Gordon Urquhart in the film Local Hero.
It takes place about 20 years after the events of Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope, and chronicles the dangers and trials leading up to Luke Skywalker and Mara Jade's wedding.
