
Richard Vernon
Acting
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 · Reading, Berkshire, England, UK
Filmography (72)

Loch Ness
1996

Frank Stubbs Promotes
1993

The Borrowers
1992

The Camomile Lawn
1992

You Rang, M'Lord?
1990

The Storyteller
1988

A Month in the Country
1987

Casualty
1986

Lady Jane
1986

Lovejoy
1986

Yes, Prime Minister
1986

Witness for the Prosecution
1982

Gandhi
1982

Evil Under the Sun
1982

The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy
1981

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
1981

Oh! Heavenly Dog
1980

Yes Minister
1980

The Human Factor
1979

The Sandbaggers
1978

Strangers
1978

Sammy's Super T-Shirt
1978

The Pink Panther Strikes Again
1976

The Duchess of Duke Street
1976

Adventures of a Taxi Driver
1976

Ripping Yarns
1976

Rumpole of the Bailey
1975

The Satanic Rites of Dracula
1973

Thriller
1973

Last of the Summer Wine
1973

The Adventurer
1972

Upstairs, Downstairs
1971

Justice
1971

The Persuaders!
1971

Song of Norway
1970

Play for Today
1970

UFO
1970

Goodbye, Mr. Chips
1969

Hadleigh
1969

Department S
1969

Journey to the Unknown
1968

Mystery and Imagination
1966

The Early Bird
1965

BBC Play of the Month
1965

The Man in Room 17
1965

The Intelligence Men
1965

The Yellow Rolls-Royce
1964

The Tomb of Ligeia
1964

The Counterfeit Constable
1964

The Wednesday Play
1964

Goldfinger
1964

A Hard Day's Night
1964

Hot Enough for June
1964

The Servant
1963

We Joined the Navy
1963

The Saint
1962

Reach for Glory
1962

Cash on Demand
1961

The Avengers
1961

Maigret
1960

Village of the Damned
1960

Sapphire
1959

No Hiding Place
1959

The Siege of Pinchgut
1959

The Adventures of William Tell
1958

Indiscreet
1958

Theatre Night
1957

ITV Play of the Week
1955

Dixon of Dock Green
1955

Street of Shadows
1953

Hallmark Hall of Fame
1951

Sunday Night Theatre
1950
