Biography

Beryl Richards is a multi award-winning writer and director, receiving 6 Bafta awards, 2 Emmy nominations, and 2 Bafta nominations. She lives in Northern Ireland and London, and specializes in young and untrained actors. She has directed two drama series in South Africa, and has produced multiple TV dramas, short films, features, and documentaries. She is most known for her directorial works on "My Life as a Popat", "The Ward", and "Secret Life of Boys".
- IMDb mini biography by: Elk Paauw

She was awarded the MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) in the 2026 King's Birthday Honours List for her services to Children's Television. She is film and television director in Falmouth, Cornwall, England.