Laurie Main was an Australian-American actor best known for his roles in The Great Mouse Detective, Time After Time, and Robin Hood: Men in Tights. He had a long career in acting until his passing in 2012.
Personal and Family Life
B born on November 29, 1922, in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. He moved to England at the age of 16 to pursue an acting career and began performing in repertory theatre. Later, he made his way to Broadway in 1959 and received acting lessons from Agnes Moorehead.
Career
Laurie Main was involved in many television shows during the 1960s and 70s, often appearing as a guest star. He is especially recognized for his role as the host and narrator of Disney’s “Welcome to Pooh Corner.” Additionally, he provided the voice for many characters in Disney’s Read-Along records and cassettes throughout the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Death and Legacy
Laurie Main passed away on February 8, 2012, in Los Angeles, California. His contributions to film and television, particularly his unique voice work, left a lasting impact on the industry and audiences alike.
Filmography
Title
Release Date
Character
Private Parts
1972-09-01
Reverend Moon
Winnie the Pooh and a Day for Eeyore
1983-03-11
Narrator
On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
1970-06-17
Lord Percy
I’d Rather Be Rich
1964-08-25
Harrison
Mom and Dad Save the World
1992-07-24
Chorus Master
The Master Plan
1955-09-08
Johnny Orwell
Time After Time
1979-09-28
Inspector Gregson
The Punch and Judy Man
1963-04-08
2nd Drunk
My Chauffeur
1986-01-24
Jenkins
The Yellow Balloon
1953-02-10
Bibulous Customer
Winnie the Pooh: Seasons of Giving
1999-11-08
Narrator (voice)
The Strongest Man in the World
1975-02-06
Mr. Reedy
Herbie Goes to Monte Carlo
1977-06-24
Duval
The Great Mouse Detective
1986-07-02
Dr. Watson (archive sound)
Robin Hood: Men in Tights
1993-07-28
Wedding Guest
The Delavine Affair
1955-01-03
Willie Summit
Freaky Friday
1976-12-17
Mr. Mills
Pooh’s Great School Bus Adventure
1986-09-19
Narrator (voice)
The Whole Truth
1958-09-01
Party Guest
Tarzan the Ape Man
1981-08-07
Club Member (voice)
Night Chase
1970-11-20
Tout
Black Beauty
1978-10-28
Farmer Grey / Squire Douglas Gordon / Pipe Smoking Stable Owner (voice)