Richard Vernon
Acting Born Mar 7, 1925 Reading, Berkshire, England, UK 24 credits
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.
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- Casualty (1986) as Dr. RIchard Payton
- Play for Today (1970) as Mr. Price
- The Avengers (1961) as Lord Matterley
- The Saint (1962) as Sir John Ripwell
- Rumpole of the Bailey (1975)
- Last of the Summer Wine (1973)
- BBC Play of the Month (1965) as Henry Gore-Browne
- BBC Play of the Month (1965) as Raoul
- The Persuaders! (1971) as Sir Maxwell Dean
- Maigret (1960)
- No Hiding Place (1959)
- No Hiding Place (1959) as Charles Lacey
- ITV Playhouse (1967) as Lord Augustus Lorton
- The Wednesday Play (1964) as Brigadier Samson
- The Wednesday Play (1964) as Lord Oscar
- Upstairs, Downstairs (1971) as Major Cochrane-Danby
- UFO (1970) as Pa Stone
- Thirty-Minute Theatre (1965) as Colonel O'Dwyer
- Lovejoy (1986) as Roger Nettleton
- The Storyteller (1988) as King
- Thriller (1973) as George Cornfield
- Sunday Night Theatre (1950) as Egeon
- The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (1981) as Slartibartfast
- Goldfinger (1964) as Smithers