Richard Vernon
Acting
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.
Born: March 7, 1925
Place of Birth: Reading, Berkshire, England, UK
Known For
Frankenstein
A version of the famous story in which Ian Holm plays both Dr. Frankenstein and the Creature he puts together from parts of dead bodies and brings to life in his laboratory.
Hallmark Hall of Fame
Long-running anthology program sponsored by Hallmark Cards. Beginning in 1951 and continuing into 2019, the series received 80 Emmy Awards, 24 Christopher Awards, 11 Peabody Awards, 9 Golden Globes, and 4 Humanitas Prizes. Early seasons were a weekly live drama, eventually transitioning to videotaped and then filmed productions broadcast as occasional specials.
Yes, Prime Minister
James Hacker MP the Government's bumbling minister for Administrative Affairs is propelled along the corridors of power to the very pinnacle of politics - No. 10. Could this have possibly have been managed by his trusted Permanent Private Secretary, the formidably political Sir Humphrey Appleby who must move to the “Top Job” in Downing Street to support him, together with his much put upon PPS Bernard Wolley. What could possibly go wrong?
Yes Minister
Satirical sitcom set in the office of a UK Cabinet minister, Jim Hacker MP, who struggles with Civil Service bureaucracy and political machinations as he tries to get on with government business.
The Storyteller
The Storyteller aided by his cynical dog, narrates classic folk tales, fables, and legends.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Don't Panic! The story of Arthur Dent, an average Englishman who life was spared by his friend, who turned out to be an alien, while the planet Earth is destroyed. His friend tells him about the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, a guide with anything you ever needed, and wanted to know. They travel across the galaxy, meeting friendly, and not so friendly characters in order to find the great question (the answer being 42).
The Sandbaggers
The Sandbaggers is a British television drama series about men and women on the front lines of the Cold War. Set contemporaneously with its original broadcast on ITV in 1978 and 1980, The Sandbaggers examines the effect of the espionage game on the personal and professional lives of British and American intelligence specialists.
Roger of the Raj
On the eve of the Great War Roger Bartlesham's aristocratic parents are firm believers in the Empire though Roger, encouraged by socialist Latin teacher Mr Hopper,dreams of equality and opening a tea shop with his sweet-heart Miranda. After a sojourn in India where various officers shoot themselves to atone for breaches in etiquette Roger gets caught up in Hopper's attempt to bring the Russian revolution to England but is rescued from the chaos by Miranda in time for them to pursue their dream.
Will Amelia Quint Continue Writing 'A Gnome Called Shorthouse'?
They write so many innocent words, but what are the authors of your children's stories really like?
In the Steps of a Dead Man
When a young soldier suddenly dies, his parents and his girlfriend are naturally shocked and upset by the news. Several months later a young man turns up at the parent's house claiming to be their dead son's best friend. They welcome him and invite him to stay for a while. They also introduce him to their son's girlfriend and she is similarly impressed by him. It is later discovered, however, that he is not what he appears to be and may have had a hand in their son's death.
Filmography
as Aged Professor
as Sir Horace Mainwaring
as Lord Dunstable
as Mr. Pott
as Heraclius
as Miriam's father
as The General
as The Earl of Swaffham
as King
as Colonel Hebron
as Sir Nicholas Fanner
as Dr. RIchard Payton
as The Marquess of Winchester
as Mr. Garstanton
as Roger Nettleton
as Thompson
as Duncan Anderson
as Uncle Felix
as Sir Roland Hall
as Brogan-Moore
as Sir Edward Gait
as Flewitt
as (voice)
as Slartibartfast
as Slartibartfast
as Quimby Charles
as Sir John Hargreaves
as Lord Bartlesham
as Mr. Price
as Mr. Becket
as Fassbender
as Major Smith-Barton
as Gentleman (uncredited)
as Lord Bartlesham
as Sir Maxwell Dean
as George Cornfield
as Col. Mathews
as George Cornfield
as Sir Richard McKenzie
as Dr Whitman
as Major Cochrane-Danby
as Lord Tilling
as Sir Maxwell Dean
as Admiral Croft
as Andrew Coombes
as Councilman
as Mr. Price
as Pa Stone
as Chairman of the Board of Governors (uncredited)
as Colonel
as Sir Geoffrey Osborne
as Colonel Loring
as Professor Krempe
as Edwin Oldenshaw
as Professor Krempe
as Sir Roger Wedgewood
as Henry Gore-Browne
as Raoul
as Lord Hetherby
as Oldenshaw
as Sir Edward Seabrook
as Race Course Official (uncredited)
as Dr. Vivian
as Lord Brisburn
as Lord Oscar
as Smithers
as Man on Train
as Roddinghead
as Lord Willie Mounset
as Government Official at Enquiry (uncredited)
as Prime Minister
as Johnnie Paxton
as Sir John Ripwell
as Dr. Aldrich
as John Crewe
as Pearson
as Lord Matterley
as Charles Ormiston
as Viney
as Edgar Hargraves
as Doctor at Crime Scene
as Charles Lacey
as Manager
as Under Secretary
as Merchant
as Leading man in play
as Lewis
as Sir Hector Rose
as Mr. Pascoe
as Mr. Fellowes
as Brogan-Moore
as Egeon