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 |