John Antrobus

John Antrobus
Born(1933-07-02)2 July 1933
Woolwich, London, England
Died15 December 2025(2025-12-15) (aged 92)
Occupation
  • Playwright
  • screenwriter
Period1956–2025
Genre
  • Comedy
  • drama
  • adventure
SpouseMargaret McCormick (divorced)
PartnerNicole Suchal

John Arthur Antrobus (2 July 1933 – 15 December 2025) was an English playwright and screenwriter. He wrote extensively for stage, screen, television and radio, including the epic World War II play, Crete and Sergeant Pepper at the Royal Court. Antrobus authored the children's book series Ronnie, which includes Help! I am a Prisoner in a Toothpaste Factory.