Hal Osmond



Hal Osmond Biography

Hal Osmond was an American actor born on May 27, 1903, in Southwark, London, England. He is best known for his roles in No Trace (1950), The Vise (1954), and BBC Sunday-Night Theatre (1950). Osmond passed away in December 1959 in Taunton, Somerset, England.

Personal and Family Life

Hal Osmond, whose birth name was Hal Lowther, had a relatively private personal life. He is remembered for his unique portrayal of various characters, often as nervous or ferrety types. His family details remain scarce, but his career lasted around 12 years, during which he appeared in numerous films and television shows.

Career

Throughout his acting career, Osmond played small roles in a variety of productions, often portraying small-time crooks and professional men. His talent for embodying anxious characters made him a recognizable face on screen, even if he did not always receive top billing. He contributed significantly to both film and television during his time in the industry.

Death and Legacy

Hal Osmond died in December 1959, leaving behind a collection of performances that showcased his versatility as a character actor. His legacy lives on through the various roles he played, often bringing depth to minor characters. Despite not being a household name, his work has contributed to the fabric of British cinema.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
The Story of Robin Hood and His Merrie Men 1952-05-26 Much the Miller
The Depraved 1957-11-01 Barman
It’s Not Cricket 1949-04-01 Stage manager
Here Come the Huggetts 1948-12-02 2nd Engineer
The Gambler and the Lady 1952-12-26 Fred – Stable Groom
Blood of the Vampire 1958-08-25 Small Sneak Thief
Last Holiday 1950-05-15 Trade Union Man
Diamond City 1949-09-20 Brandy Bill
The Net 1953-02-09 Agent Lawson
The Last Man to Hang 1956-08-01 Coates
To Dorothy, a Son 1954-10-31 Livingston Potts
The Truth About Women 1957-10-01 Baker
My Brother’s Keeper 1948-08-19 Ticket Clerk at Shorebury
The Million Pound Note 1954-01-07 Arthur
Vote for Huggett 1949-02-01 Fishmonger
Double Confession 1950-04-30 Shooting Gallery Attendant
Waterfront 1950-07-26 Witness in Street
Eyewitness 1956-08-14 Hospital Doorman
The Vicious Circle 1957-09-01 Joe – Golf Caddy
A Boy, a Girl and a Bike 1949-05-23 Mr Bates
The Sword and the Rose 1953-07-23 Costermonger
Your Witness 1950-03-06 Taxi Driver
The Lost Hours 1952-09-01 Garage Attendant
A Day to Remember 1953-11-10 Large Lady’s Husband
Forbidden Cargo 1954-05-04 Baggage Room Clerk
The Courtneys of Curzon Street 1947-04-11 Fireman (uncredited)
Love in Pawn 1953-11-23 Burglar
The Big Money 1958-06-09 Porter at Victoria Station
Bond of Fear 1956-04-01 Hospital Orderly
Helter Skelter 1949-01-07 Radio Sound-Effects Man
Simon and Laura 1955-11-02 Effects Man
Miranda 1948-04-06 Railway Carman
Once Upon a Dream 1949-02-01 Bailiff
Marry Me 1949-06-07 Man in Restaurant
The Steel Key 1953-05-01 Taxi Driver
The Spider and the Fly 1949-12-01 Swiss Taxi Driver
Value for Money 1955-08-09 Mr. Hall
Traveller’s Joy 1950-12-25 Lapp Cameraman (uncredited)
No Trace 1950-09-08 Taxi Driver
Stranger in Town 1957-05-01 Hotel Barman