Richard Vernon
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as Smithers Goldfinger 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.
Filmography
Goldfinger
as Smithers
Gandhi
as Sir Edward Gait
A Hard Day's Night
as Man on Train
The Pink Panther Strikes Again
as Fassbender
Evil Under the Sun
as Flewitt
Village of the Damned
as Edgar Hargraves
The Servant
as Lord Willie Mounset
Indiscreet
as Leading man in play
The Tomb of Ligeia
as Dr. Vivian
The Satanic Rites of Dracula
as Col. Mathews
The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
as Slartibartfast
Loch Ness
as Aged Professor
Lady Jane
as The Marquess of Winchester
Oh! Heavenly Dog
as Quimby Charles
The Yellow Rolls-Royce
as Race Course Official (uncredited)
Cash on Demand
as Pearson
Sapphire
as Doctor at Crime Scene
Goodbye, Mr. Chips
as Chairman of the Board of Governors (uncredited)
A Month in the Country
as Colonel Hebron
The Early Bird
as Sir Roger Wedgewood