John Ruddock was an American actor best known for his roles in Quo Vadis, The Way Ahead, and Dancers in Mourning. He was born on May 20, 1897, in Lima, Peru, and passed away on September 24, 1981, in Guildford, Surrey, England.
Personal and Family Life
John Ruddock was married to Avril Voules from 1942 until his death in 1981. Together, they had two children. Ruddock had a notable career in acting and also served as a drama coach at the Guildford School of Acting, influencing many aspiring actors.
Death and Legacy
John Ruddock died on September 24, 1981, in Guildford, Surrey, England. His contributions to film and theatre are remembered, especially by those he coached and mentored in the arts.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Way Ahead | 1944-06-09 | Old Chelsea Soldier |
| Wanted for Murder | 1946-06-17 | Glover |
| Martin Luther | 1953-05-08 | Vicar von Staupitz |
| Question 7 | 1961-09-28 | Martin Kraus |
| Waltz Time | 1945-08-13 | Count Prohaska |
| Under Capricorn | 1949-09-08 | Mr. Potter |
| Lawrence of Arabia | 1962-12-11 | Elder Harith (uncredited) |
| Treasure at the Mill | 1957-01-01 | Mr. Wilson |
| Escape to Danger | 1943-10-18 | Jim |
| Strawberry Roan | 1944-12-31 | John Dibben |
| Night Boat to Dublin | 1946-01-08 | Bowman |
| Lisbon Story | 1946-05-20 | Pierre Sargon |
| The Fallen Idol | 1948-09-30 | Dr. Wilson |
| A Christmas Carol | 1950-12-27 | Bob Cratchit |
| Frieda | 1947-06-19 | Granger |
| The Laughing Lady | 1946-10-16 | Gilliatt |
| Ivanhoe | 1952-07-31 | Hundebert |
| A Midsummer Nightmare | 1975-09-16 | Williams |
| Secret People | 1952-02-05 | Daly |
| To the Rescue | 1952-01-01 | Mr. Grey |
| Pink String and Sealing Wax | 1945-11-22 | |
| Quo Vadis | 1951-11-08 | Chilo |
| Meet Me at Dawn | 1947-02-17 | Doctor |
| The Horsemen | 1971-08-16 | Scribe |
| Nominated | 2010-01-01 | Colin Daly |
| Elizabeth R | 1971-02-17 | John Whitgift |
| Sunday-Night Play | 1960-09-25 | Professor Ridley |
| Maigret | 1960-10-31 | Duffleux |