Richard Vernon

Richard Vernon

  • Birthday: 1925-03-07
  • Deathday: 1997-12-04
  • Place of birth: Reading, Berkshire, England, UK

Biography

Richard Vernon was a distinguished British actor known for his contributions to film, television, and theater. He had a prolific career spanning several decades. Vernon appeared in various roles across different genres, showcasing his versatility and talent. While perhaps best known for his role as Slartibartfast in the original television adaptation of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy," his career encompassed numerous other productions. His performances in both classical theater and modern works solidified him as a respected figure in the British entertainment industry. Vernon's contributions to acting continue to be remembered and appreciated by audiences worldwide.

Filmography

Witness for the Prosecution

1982

As Brogan-Moore

The Satanic Rites of Dracula

1973

As Col. Mathews

The Tomb of Ligeia

1964

As Dr. Vivian

The Servant

1963

As Lord Mounset

Cash on Demand

1961

As Pearson

A Hard Day's Night

1964

As Man on Train

The Secret of My Success

1965

As Lord Hetherby

Passion Potion

1971

As Andrew Coombes

Song of Norway

1970

As Councilman

The Box

1981

As (voice)

The Intelligence Men

1965

As Sir Edward Seabrook

Follow The Yellow Brick Road

1972

As Dr Whitman

Just for Fun

1963

As Prime Minister

Gandhi

1982

As Sir Edward Gait

Goldfinger

1964

As Smithers

Evil Under the Sun

1982

As Flewitt

A Month in the Country

1987

As Colonel Hebron

Reach for Glory

1962

As Dr. Aldrich

A Masculine Ending

1992

As Miriam's father

Night Train to Murder

1984

As Uncle Felix

Loch Ness

1996

As Aged Professor

Hot Enough for June

1964

As Roddinghead

The Counterfeit Constable

1964

As Lord Brisburn

The Human Factor

1979

As Sir John Hargreaves

Lady Jane

1986

As The Marquess of Winchester

Sapphire

1959

As Doctor at Crime Scene

We Joined the Navy

1963

As Government Official at Enquiry (uncredited)

Oh! Heavenly Dog

1980

As Quimby Charles

Sammy's Super T-Shirt

1978

As Mr. Becket

Sporting Chance

1975

As Sir Maxwell Dean

Village of the Damned

1960

As Edgar Hargraves

The After Dinner Joke

1978

As Mr. Price

Paradise Postponed

1986

As Sir Nicholss Fanner

The Siege of Pinchgut

1959

As Under Secretary

Adventures of a Taxi Driver

1976

As Gentleman

In the Steps of a Dead Man

1974

As George Cornfield

C.Q.

1984

As Sir Roland Hall

Destiny of a Spy

1969

As Colonel

Goodbye, Mr. Chips

1969

As Chairman of the Board of Governors (uncredited)

The Heart of a Man

1959

As Manager

The Yellow Rolls-Royce

1964

As Race Course Official (uncredited)

Indiscreet

1958

As Leading man in play

A Friend Indeed

1973

As Sir Lionel Hibury

On Call

1972

As Dr. Edwards

Production

Street of Shadows

1953

As Director

Street of Shadows

1953

As Screenplay

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