Michael Coles was an American actor best known for his roles in Dr. Who and the Daleks, The Satanic Rites of Dracula, and Dracula A.D. 1972. He was born on August 12, 1934, in London, England, UK, and passed away on April 26, 2005, in Chelsea, England, UK.
Personal and Family Life
Michael Coles was married to Maryon Kantaroff from 1962 until their divorce in 1966. There isn’t a lot of information available about his personal life, but it is known that he had a career that involved significant roles in horror films, particularly with Hammer Productions.
Career Achievements
Throughout his acting career, Michael Coles gained recognition for portraying Inspector Murray in two Hammer “Dracula” films. His other notable works include appearing in the sci-fi classic Dr. Who and the Daleks, which showcased his versatility as an actor.
Death and Legacy
Michael Coles died on April 26, 2005, in Chelsea, England, UK, though the specific details surrounding his death are undisclosed. His contributions to the film industry, especially in horror cinema, continue to be appreciated by fans and film historians alike.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Dracula A.D. 1972 | 1972-06-26 | Inspector |
| Dr. Who and the Daleks | 1965-08-23 | Ganatus |
| The Satanic Rites of Dracula | 1973-11-03 | Insp. Murray |
| A Touch of Love | 1969-09-01 | Joe |
| Man Detained | 1961-10-01 | |
| Never Mention Murder | 1965-05-30 | |
| Flame | 1975-02-13 | Roy Priest |
| Suspect | 1969-11-17 | Det. Supt. Jagger |
| Private Potter | 1962-01-01 | Pvt. Robertson |
| The Saint | 1962-10-04 | Hugo |
| The Avengers | 1961-01-07 | Verret |
| The Protectors | 1972-09-29 | Sandom |
| The Professionals | 1977-12-30 | Rio |
| The Sweeney | 1975-01-02 | Maynard |
| Justice | 1971-10-08 | Det. Sgt. Gable |
| Pie in the Sky | 1994-03-13 | Vince Palmer |
| Armchair Cinema | 1974-05-28 | Sam Hunter |
| The Likely Lads | 1964-12-16 | Big Duggy |