David Neal was an American actor, best known for his roles in Superman (1978), Flash Gordon (1980), and Hereward the Wake (1965). He was born on February 13, 1932, in Kettering, Northants, England, UK, and passed away on June 27, 2000, in Kettering, Northamptonshire, England, UK.
Personal and Family Life
David Neal’s birth name was David Henry Neal. Not much is publicly known about his personal life or family. He spent his early years in England before establishing a career in acting.
Career Highlights
Neal had a diverse acting career that included appearances in film and television. He gained recognition through his roles in iconic productions, contributing significantly to the entertainment industry during his time. His talents were showcased in various celebrated projects, making him a memorable figure in the acting community.
Death and Legacy
David Neal died of natural causes on June 27, 2000. His contributions to film and television are still remembered by fans and colleagues alike. Through his work in popular movies and television shows, he left a lasting impact on the world of acting.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor Who: The Caves of Androzani | 1984-03-16 | The President |
| Superman | 1978-12-14 | 7th Elder |
| Murrain | 1975-07-27 | Leach |
| Hands of a Murderer | 1990-05-16 | Minister |
| Antony & Cleopatra | 1981-05-08 | Proculelus |
| The Garden of Redemption | 1997-05-25 | Don Sebastiano |
| Henry IV Part 1 | 1979-12-09 | Scroop |
| The Childhood Friend | 1974-06-27 | Dr. Ackerly |
| Henry IV Part 2 | 1979-12-16 | Scroop, Archbishop of York |
| London Is Drowning | 1981-10-27 | Walter Dodds |
| Flash Gordon | 1980-09-01 | Captain of Ming’s Air Force |
| M. Butterfly | 1993-10-01 | Judge |
| The Unknown Soldier | 1985-02-17 | Wehrmacht Colonel |
| Julius Caesar | 1970-06-04 | Cinna the Conspirator |
| The Persuaders! | 1971-09-17 | Jerry Sandford |
| The First Churchills | 1969-09-27 | |
| Doctor Who | 1963-11-23 | President |
| Wycliffe | 1994-07-24 | Donald Thorne |
| Softly, Softly | 1966-01-05 | |
| Blake’s 7 | 1978-01-02 | Gerren |
| The Bill | 1984-10-16 | |
| Crime Traveller | 1997-03-01 | |
| Inspector Morse | 1987-01-06 | Dr. Julian Dear |
| Play for Today | 1970-10-15 | Dr. Ackerly |
| Fall of Eagles | 1974-03-15 | Baltazzi |
| Warship | 1973-06-07 | |
| BBC Television Shakespeare | 1978-12-03 | |
| The Professionals | 1977-12-30 | Bauer |
| Agatha Christie’s Poirot | 1989-01-08 | Bruno Vizzini |
| Crown Court | 1972-10-11 | Jonathan Fry QC |
| The World of Peter Rabbit and Friends | 1992-05-13 | Farmer (voice) |
| The Man In Room 17 | 1965-06-11 | Walker |
| Annika | 1984-08-10 | Gordon Rissel |
| Play for Today | 1970-10-15 | Walter Dodds |