Donald Houston
Biography
Donald Daniel Houston was a Welsh actor known for a successful career as a character actor in British film and television. He was born in Clydach Vale, Rhondda, Wales, United Kingdom, on November 6, 1923. During his career, he amassed 70 known acting credits across movies and television shows. He passed away on October 13, 1991, at the age of 67.
Career overview
Donald Daniel Houston was a Welsh actor born in Clydach Vale, Rhondda, Wales, United Kingdom, on November 6, 1923. He built a successful career working as a character actor, appearing across both British film and television productions throughout his life.
During his active career, Houston accumulated seventy known acting credits within the film and television industries. His professional portfolio established his reputation as a notable character actor in British entertainment.
Houston passed away on October 13, 1991, at the age of sixty-seven.
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75 titles- Agatha Christie's Partners in Crime (1983) as Boris
- The Secret Adversary (1983) as Boris
- Clash of the Titans (1981) as Acrisius
- The Sea Wolves (1980) as Hilliard
- Border Country (1979) as Twmi
- Return of the Saint (1978) as Commander Denning
- Voyage of the Damned (1976) as Dr. Glauner
- Shadows (1975) as Dafydd
- Moonbase 3 (1973) as Dr David Caulder
- Tales That Witness Madness (1973) as Sam Patterson (segment "Mr. Tiger")
- The Protectors (1972) as Lockier
- The Adventurer (1972) as Jan De Groot
- Sunstruck (1972)
- Justice (1971) as Fielding
- Now Take My Wife (1971)
- My Lover, My Son (1970) as Robert
- Paul Temple (1969) as Eric Margolis
- Department S (1969) as John Burnham
- The Bushbaby (1969) as John Leeds
- The Champions (1968) as Richter
- Where Eagles Dare (1968) as Christiansen
- ITV Playhouse (1967) as Bill
- Man in a Suitcase (1967)
- Trapped (1967) as Martin
- The Viking Queen (1967) as Maelgan
- What's Wrong with Humpty Dumpty? (1967) as David
- Gideon's Way (1965) as Tony Erickson
- Public Eye (1965) as Arthur Wellard
- Out of the Unknown (1965) as Dr. Francis
- A Study in Terror (1965) as Doctor Watson
- Thirteen to Centaurus (1965) as Dr. Francis
- 633 Squadron (1964) as Group Captain Don Barrett
- Carry On Jack (1964) as Lieutenant Jonathan Howett
- Festival (1963) as The Onlooker
- Maniac (1963) as Georges
- Doctor in Distress (1963) as Major Tommy Ffrench
- The Longest Day (1962) as RAF Pilot
- The 300 Spartans (1962) as Hydarnes
- The Prince and the Pauper (1962) as John Canty
- Twice Round the Daffodils (1962) as John Rhodes
- Drama 61-67 (1961) as Hartley
- The Mark (1961) as Austin
- Danger Man (1960) as Edmund Bierce
- Sunday-Night Play (1960) as Bobby Lowther
- Sunday-Night Play (1960) as Lavalette
- A Letter for Wales (1960) as Narrator (Voice)
- Danger Within (1959) as Capt. Roger Byfold
- Room at the Top (1958) as Charles Soames
- The Man Upstairs (1958) as Dr. Sanderson
- A Question of Adultery (1958) as Mr. Jacobus
- Every Valley (1957) as Narrator (voice)
- Yangtse Incident: The Story of H.M.S. Amethyst (1957) as Lieutenant Weston
- The Surgeon's Knife (1957) as Dr. Alex Waring
- The Girl in the Picture (1957) as John Deering
- Armchair Theatre (1956) as David
- Armchair Theatre (1956) as Jeff Smith
- Armchair Theatre (1956) as Art
- Armchair Theatre (1956)
- Armchair Theatre (1956) as Robert Hook
- Doublecross (1956) as Albert Pascoe
- Find the Lady (1956) as Bill
- Lilli Palmer Theatre (1955) as George
- The Flaw (1955) as John Millway
- The Wonderful World of Disney (1954) as John Canty
- Doctor in the House (1954) as Taffy Evans
- The Happiness of Three Women (1954) as John
- Devil's Point (1954) as Michael Mallard
- The Large Rope (1953) as Tom Penney
- The Red Beret (1953) as Taffy
- Small Town Story (1953) as Tony Warren
- Crow Hollow (1952) as Dr. Robert Armour
- My Death Is a Mockery (1952) as John Bradley
- Dance Hall (1950) as Phil
- The Blue Lagoon (1949) as Michael Reynolds
- A Run for Your Money (1949) as David "Dai Number 9" Jones
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Donald Houston best known for?
Donald Houston is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Agatha Christie's Partners in Crime (1983), Clash of the Titans (1981), The Sea Wolves (1980), Return of the Saint (1978).
When and where was Donald Houston born?
Donald Houston was born on November 6, 1923 in Clydach Vale, Rhondda, Wales, UK. They passed away on October 13, 1991.
How many credits does Donald Houston have?
Donald Houston has accumulated over 75 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1949 to 1983.
What is Donald Houston's background in cinema and television?
Donald Daniel Houston was a Welsh actor known for a successful career as a character actor in British film and television. He was born in Clydach Vale, Rhondda, Wales, United Kingdom, on November 6, 1923. During his career, he amassed 70 known acting credits across movies and television shows. He passed away on October...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Public Eye (1965) as Arthur Wellard — aged about 41
- Festival (1963) as The Onlooker — aged about 39
- The Wonderful World of Disney (1954) as John Canty — aged about 30
- Doublecross (1956) as Albert Pascoe — aged about 32
- The Longest Day (1962) as RAF Pilot — aged about 38
- Where Eagles Dare (1968) as Christiansen — aged about 44
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