Douglas Blackwell was an American actor, best known for his roles in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, Asterix and Obelix vs. Caesar, and The Ipcress File. Born on May 17, 1924, in Gloucester, England, he had a diverse career in film and television. He passed away on October 17, 2009, in Victoria, London, England.
Personal and Family Life
Douglas Blackwell was raised in Port Talbot, Wales. He was married to Brenda Mary Planner from 1979 until her death in 2008. The couple shared many years together, and their bond was an important part of his life.
Death and Legacy
Douglas Blackwell died on October 17, 2009, in Victoria, London. His contributions to film and television are remembered by fans and colleagues alike, who note his versatility and talent as an actor. His performances in notable films have left a lasting impact on the industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 10 Rillington Place | 1971-02-10 | Workman Jones |
| Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves | 1991-06-14 | Grey Bearded Baron |
| Hunted | 1952-03-17 | Detective Sergeant Grayson |
| The Ipcress File | 1965-03-18 | Murray |
| Labyrinth | 1986-06-27 | The Four Guards / Goblin (voice) |
| The Big Switch | 1968-04-01 | Bruno Miglio |
| A Prize of Arms | 1962-12-11 | Day |
| The Spy Killer | 1969-11-11 | N/A |
| Ballade vom roten Mohn | 1965-09-14 | N/A |
| The Scarlet Blade | 1963-09-01 | Blake |
| The Avengers | 1961-01-07 | Postman |
| Dr. Finlay’s Casebook | 1962-08-16 | Sergeant Barker |
| The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes | 1971-09-20 | Taylor |
| The Caesars | 1968-09-22 | Cornelius Sabinus |
| The Human Jungle | 1963-03-30 | Sergeant Baker |