Richard Vernon

Known for ActingBorn 1925-03-07Died 1997-12-04Reading, Berkshire, England, UK

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.Read more

Movies & web series

The Sextet

Frankenstein

The Return of the Antelope

Between the Wars

On Call

Destiny of a Spy

The Younger Generation

Hallmark Hall of Fame

Yes, Prime Minister

Yes Minister

The Storyteller

The Sandbaggers

A Masculine Ending

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

Roger of the Raj

The Duchess of Duke Street

In the Steps of a Dead Man

Will Amelia Quint Continue Writing 'A Gnome Called Shorthouse'?

Jango

The Odd Man

Upstairs, Downstairs

Hadleigh

Ripping Yarns

Frank Stubbs Promotes

Gandhi

The Persuaders!

The Avengers

UFO

You Rang, M'Lord?

Legacy of Murder

The After Dinner Joke

Lovejoy

The Servant

Cash on Demand

One Brief Summer

The Early Bird

Lytton's Diary

Studio 4

The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy

The Saint

Justice

Goldfinger

Strangers

A Hard Day's Night

Last of the Summer Wine

The Return of the Borrowers

Blood and Dust

Paradise Postponed