Charles Rolfe was an Australian actor who is best known for his roles in Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass (1948), Which Will Ye Have? (1949), and The Good Companions (1949). He was born on February 27, 1885, in Cooma, New South Wales, Australia, and passed away on July 8, 1965, in Hampton Wick, Surrey, England.
Personal and Family Life
There is limited information available about Charles Rolfe’s personal and family life. Born in Australia, he later moved to the UK to continue his acting career. His family details, including parents and siblings, remain largely undisclosed.
Career
Charles Rolfe had a diverse acting career that spanned several decades. He appeared in numerous films, taking on various roles that showcased his versatility as an actor. His performances in notable films contributed to his reputation in the industry.
Death and Legacy
Charles Rolfe died on July 8, 1965, in Hampton Wick, Surrey, England. Despite the lack of extensive documentation about his life, his roles in well-known productions have left a mark in the film and television industry, making him a memorable figure in Australian cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Dear Murderer | 1947-06-23 | Prison Warden |
| Hard Steel | 1942-05-18 | Richards |
| Meet Sexton Blake | 1945-02-05 | Mario Carloni |
| The Arsenal Stadium Mystery | 1939-11-01 | Witness (uncredited) |
| Crime on the Hill | 1933-12-27 | Shooting Gallery Attendant |
| Neutral Port | 1940-12-06 | |
| Convoy | 1940-09-28 | Peacock – Wardroom Steward |
| The Stars Look Down | 1940-01-22 | 2nd Arresting Policeman |
| Tower of Terror | 1941-12-27 | Albers |
| A City Reborn | 1945-01-01 | |
| Cheer Boys Cheer | 1939-08-01 | Ironside Thug |
| The Common Touch | 1941-11-15 | Detective Inspector |
| Crook’s Tour | 1940-09-03 | Manservant at Castle (uncredited) |
| Cottage to Let | 1941-09-06 | German Agent (uncredited) |
| ‘Pimpernel’ Smith | 1941-07-28 | German Officer at Customs |
| 49th Parallel | 1941-11-24 | Bob |
| Windbag the Sailor | 1936-12-01 | Second Detective |
| Thunder on Sycamore Street | 1957-10-11 | Mr. Harkness |
| Caesar and Cleopatra | 1945-12-11 | 2nd. Auxiliary Sentinel |
| Miranda | 1948-04-06 | On the Kiosk (uncredited) |
| Portrait from Life | 1948-12-01 | Art Gallery Attendant (uncredited) |
| Johnny Frenchman | 1945-10-29 | English Sailor (uncredited) |
| Time Flies | 1944-05-08 | American Cop (uncredited) |
| The Next of Kin | 1942-06-15 | Mr. Palmer (uncredited) |
| The Gold Express | 1955-08-01 | George Phillips |
| The Lady Vanishes | 1938-10-07 | Train Fireman |
| Bataillon du ciel | 1947-03-05 | MacIntyre |
| The Piper’s Tune | 1962-02-03 | Martinez |
| They Drive by Night | 1938-12-01 | Card Player at Billiard Halls (Uncredited) |
| The Man Within | 1947-05-19 | Court Usher |
| The Voice Within | 1946-01-08 | 2nd I.R.A. Man |
| Headline | 1943-11-16 | Detective (uncredited) |