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

The Storyteller

Yes Minister

The Sandbaggers

A Masculine Ending

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

Roger of the Raj

In the Steps of a Dead Man

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

The Duchess of Duke Street

Jango

The Odd Man

Upstairs, Downstairs

Ripping Yarns

Hadleigh

Frank Stubbs Promotes

Gandhi

UFO

The Avengers

The Persuaders!

Lytton's Diary

Legacy of Murder

The After Dinner Joke

Lovejoy

The Early Bird

The Servant

You Rang, M'Lord?

Cash on Demand

One Brief Summer

Studio 4

Justice

Goldfinger

Strangers

The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy

The Saint

A Hard Day's Night

Blood and Dust

Last of the Summer Wine

Paradise Postponed

Village of the Damned