Sarah Lawson was an American actor best known for her roles in films and television series, including The Devil Rides Out, Night of the Big Heat, and The Trollenberg Terror.
Personal and Family Life
Sarah Elizabeth Lawson was born on August 6, 1928, in London, England. She grew up in a family linked to the sea, as her father was a naval officer. Sarah had a brother who tragically lost his life on a submarine during World War II. After her early education, Sarah pursued her dream of acting by enrolling at the Webber-Douglas Drama School at age 16 and later graduated in 1947.
Career
Lawson began her acting journey on stage, making her professional debut in a repertory company in 1948. She later transitioned to film and television, often portraying characters in horror and science fiction genres. Known for her roles in British thrillers, Lawson appeared alongside notable actors like Christopher Lee in several films. She enjoyed a successful career on television, featuring in popular series throughout the 1970s and 1980s before retiring in 1989.
Death and Legacy
Sarah Lawson passed away in London on August 18, 2023, at the age of 95 after battling cancer. She left behind a legacy of memorable performances in both film and television. Her contributions to the arts continue to be appreciated by fans of classic British cinema and television.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Devil Rides Out | 1968-07-20 | Marie Eaton |
| The Browning Version | 1951-04-06 | Betty Carstairs |
| Night of the Big Heat | 1967-05-01 | Frankie Callum |
| Three Steps In The Dark | 1953-08-10 | Dorothy |
| Meet Mr. Malcolm | 1954-01-01 | Louie Knowles |
| The Night Won’t Talk | 1952-10-01 | |
| The World Ten Times Over | 1963-10-31 | Elizabeth |
| Three Crooked Men | 1958-10-01 | May Wescot |
| You Know What Sailors Are | 1954-02-09 | |
| The Blue Peter | 1955-11-01 | Gwyneth Thomas |
| The Solitary Child | 1958-12-09 | Ann |
| The Stud | 1978-08-17 | Anne Khaled |
| Street Corner | 1953-03-17 | WDC Joyce |
| It’s Never Too Late | 1956-05-07 | Annie Hammond |
| Hammer: The Studio That Dripped Blood | 1987-06-26 | Marie Eaton (archive footage) |
| Battle of Britain | 1969-09-15 | Skipper’s Wife |
| On the Run | 1963-02-01 | Helen Carr |
| Gideon’s Way | 1965-03-18 | Joan Erickson |
| The Persuaders! | 1971-09-17 | Mary |
| Jason King | 1971-09-15 | |
| Callan | 1967-07-08 | |
| Department S | 1969-09-09 | Miss Wexler |
| Bergerac | 1981-10-18 | Sarah Mitchell |
| The Avengers | 1961-01-07 | |
| The Saint | 1962-10-04 | Betty Tregarth |
| Lovejoy | 1986-01-10 | Mrs. Hepplestone |
| Journey to the Unknown | 1968-09-26 | |
| No Hiding Place | 1959-09-16 | |
| The Buccaneers | 1956-09-19 | Lady Hilary Winrod |
| The Trollenberg Terror | 1956-12-15 | |
| Father Brown | 1974-09-26 | |
| The Professionals | 1977-12-30 | Mrs. Shaw |
| Crown Court | 1972-10-11 | Isobel Clements |
| Bergerac | 1981-10-18 | Cynthia Trowbridge |
| Cuffy | 1983-03-13 | Delia Webster |