Andrew Cruickshank was a Scottish actor who is best known for his performances in “El Cid,” “Kidnapped,” and “Murder Most Foul.” He was born on December 25, 1907, in Aberdeen, Scotland, and passed away on April 29, 1988, in London, England.
Personal and Family Life
Andrew Cruickshank was married to Curigwen Lewis, and together they had three children. He was the father of Marty and Harriet Cruickshank and a grandfather to Blue and Sky MacAskill. Initially trained as an engineer, he shifted to acting after joining the Aberdeen Lyric Opera Company.
Career
Cruickshank had a remarkable acting career, noted for his deep voice and extensive work in Shakespearean plays such as “Macbeth,” “King Lear,” and “Romeo and Juliet.” He served in the British Army from 1940 to 1945 and later had significant roles in notable productions, including a long association with the Old Vic theatre in London.
Death and Legacy
Andrew Cruickshank died on April 29, 1988, from natural causes in Westminster, London. He left behind a legacy as a talented actor and writer, known for both his theatrical and film works. His performances in classical theatre and film have continued to be remembered by audiences.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Murder Most Foul | 1964-03-01 | Justice Crosby |
| Kidnapped | 1960-02-24 | Colin Campbell |
| El Cid | 1961-10-24 | Count Gormaz |
| Greyfriars Bobby | 1961-07-17 | Lord Provost |
| The Battle of the River Plate | 1956-10-30 | Captain Stubbs, ‘Doric Star’ |
| Forbidden | 1949-02-28 | Inspector Baxter |
| Your Witness | 1950-03-06 | Sir Adrian Horth K.C |
| The Stranglers of Bombay | 1959-12-04 | Col. Henderson |
| Paper Orchid | 1949-04-01 | Inspector Clement Pill |
| John and Julie | 1955-07-26 | Uncle Ben |
| The Angel with the Trumpet | 1950-03-20 | Otto Alt |
| Innocent Sinners | 1958-03-25 | Doctor |
| The Reluctant Widow | 1950-05-01 | Lord Bedlington |
| There Was a Crooked Man | 1960-08-31 | McKillup |
| The Rivals | 1970-05-17 | Sir Anthony Absolute |
| Auld Lang Syne | 1937-02-06 | Robert Burns |
| Richard III | 1955-12-13 | Brackenbury |
| The Cruel Sea | 1953-02-24 | Scott Brown |
| We Joined the Navy | 1963-05-17 | Admiral Filmer |
| Idol of Paris | 1948-04-24 | Prince Nicholas |
| A Question of Adultery | 1958-07-15 | Dr. Cameron |
| Come Fly with Me | 1963-03-27 | Cardwell |
| Puccini | 1984-01-01 | Father Michelucci |
| John Wesley | 1954-03-02 | Georgia Trustee |
| Dr. Finlay’s Casebook | 1962-08-16 | Dr Angus Cameron |
| The Old Men at the Zoo | 1983-09-15 | Mr Sanderson |
| Miss Marple: The Body in the Library | 1984-12-26 | Conway Jefferson |
| King and Castle | 1986-09-03 | Mr. Hodinett |
| Bleak House | 1959-10-16 | John Jarndyce |
| Miss Marple | 1984-12-26 | Conway Jefferson |