Mike Pratt

Mike Pratt was an American actor born on June 7, 1931, in London, England, UK. He is best known for his role as private detective Jeff Randall in “My Partner the Ghost,” along with appearances in “Repulsion” and “Sitting Target.” Pratt passed away on July 10, 1976, in Midhurst, Sussex, England, UK.

Personal and Family Life

Mike Pratt was a talented individual who also excelled as a jazz musician, playing both piano and guitar. In 1956, he co-founded a musical trio called ‘The Cavemen,’ which performed in pubs and coffee houses in Soho. His son, Guy Pratt, is a well-known session bass guitarist who has played with Pink Floyd during their later tours.

Career

Pratt began his acting career in 1968 and became a prolific television actor. He gained fame for his role as Jeff Randall in “My Partner the Ghost” and appeared in various notable productions, including Shakespearean plays at London’s Mermaid Theatre in 1970. Besides acting, he worked for five years as an advertising copywriter.

Death and Legacy

Mike Pratt died from lung cancer on July 10, 1976. He left behind a legacy of memorable performances and a significant contribution to both television and music. His impact continues in the entertainment industry through his son and the works he left behind.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
The Party’s Over 1965-04-22 Geronimo
The Vault of Horror 1973-03-16 Clive (segment 1 “Midnight Mess”)
Robbery 1967-08-01 Bob (uncredited)
The Gentleman Caller 1967-06-16 Clack
Repulsion 1965-06-01 Workman
Swallows and Amazons 1974-06-01 Mr. Dixon
This Is My Street 1964-01-15 Sid Graham
Sitting Target 1972-05-01 Prison Warder Accomplice
Goodbye Gemini 1970-08-06 Rod Barstowe
Assassin 1973-11-01 Matthew
Medieval England: The Peasants’ Revolt 1969-01-01 Jack Straw
The Fixer 1968-12-08 Father Anastasy
A Dandy in Aspic 1968-04-02 Greff
Anywhere but England 1972-10-31 Stanley
Time in Advance 1965-11-01 Otto Henck
Gideon’s Way 1965-03-18 Jensen
Out of This World 1962-06-30
Jason King 1971-09-15
The Saint 1962-10-04 Jeff Peterson
Callan 1967-07-08
The Champions 1968-09-25 Raven
No Hiding Place 1959-09-16
UFO 1970-09-16 Clem Mason
The Adventures of Black Beauty 1972-09-17
Oil Strike North 1975-08-26
Redcap 1964-10-17
Man in a Suitcase 1967-09-27
Father Brown 1974-09-26
Hadleigh 1969-09-16
Randall and Hopkirk (Deceased) 1969-09-21 Jeff Randall
Gideon’s Way 1965-03-18 Red Carter
The Saint 1962-10-04 Alex Morgan
Crown Court 1972-10-11 Richard Frost
The Man In Room 17 1965-06-11 Jack Simpson
The Man In Room 17 1965-06-11 Lt. Manuel Rafael Achara