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.
Known For
| Birth Location | Reading, Berkshire, England, UK |
|---|---|
| Born | 1925-03-07 |
| Died | 1997-12-04 |
Movies
Loch Ness
as Aged Professor
1996
1993
A Masculine Ending
as Miriam's father
1992
A Month in the Country
as Colonel Hebron
1987
Paradise Postponed
as Sir Nicholss Fanner
1986
Lady Jane
as The Marquess of Winchester
1986
C.Q.
as Sir Roland Hall
1984
Night Train to Murder
as Uncle Felix
1984
Witness for the Prosecution
as Brogan-Moore
1982
Gandhi
as Sir Edward Gait
1982
Evil Under the Sun
as Flewitt
1982
The Box
as (voice)
1981
The Kamikaze Ground Staff Reunion Dinner
as Makato
1981
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
as Slartibartfast
1981
Oh! Heavenly Dog
as Quimby Charles
1980
The Human Factor
as Sir John Hargreaves
1979
The After Dinner Joke
as Mr. Price
1978
Sammy's Super T-Shirt
as Mr. Becket
1978
The Pink Panther Strikes Again
as Fassbender
1976
Adventures of a Taxi Driver
as Gentleman
1976
Sporting Chance
as Sir Maxwell Dean
1975
In the Steps of a Dead Man
as George Cornfield
1974
The Satanic Rites of Dracula
as Col. Mathews
1973
A Friend Indeed
as Sir Lionel Hibury
1973
On Call
as Dr. Edwards
1972
Follow The Yellow Brick Road
as Dr Whitman
1972
Passion Potion
as Andrew Coombes
1971
Song of Norway
as Councilman
1970
1970
Goodbye, Mr. Chips
as Chairman of the Board of Governors (uncredited)
1969
Destiny of a Spy
as Colonel
1969
The Secret of My Success
as Lord Hetherby
1965
The Intelligence Men
as Sir Edward Seabrook
1965
The Yellow Rolls-Royce
as Race Course Official (uncredited)
1964
The Tomb of Ligeia
as Dr. Vivian
1964
The Counterfeit Constable
as Lord Brisburn
1964
Goldfinger
as Smithers
1964
A Hard Day's Night
as Man on Train
1964
Hot Enough for June
as Roddinghead
1964
The Servant
as Lord Mounset
1963
We Joined the Navy
as Government Official at Enquiry (uncredited)
1963
Just for Fun
as Prime Minister
1963
Reach for Glory
as Dr. Aldrich
1962
1962
Cash on Demand
as Pearson
1961
Village of the Damned
as Edgar Hargraves
1960
Sapphire
as Doctor at Crime Scene
1959
The Heart of a Man
as Manager
1959
The Siege of Pinchgut
as Under Secretary
1959
Indiscreet
as Leading man in play
1958