Tom Criddle was an American actor best known for his roles in Oil Strike North, Out of the Unknown, and Festival. He was born on March 9, 1928, in Edmonton, London, England, and passed away on March 6, 2008, in England.
Personal and Family Life
Tom Criddle’s birth name was Thomas Frederick Criddle. He showed talent early in life, winning a talent competition at the Empire Cinema when he was just 14 years old. After serving in the military, he found his way to the Shakespearean stage and began appearing in TV and film. He was a successful boy soprano, recording numerous songs and performing with several prestigious actors.
Career
Criddle’s career began in the early 1940s when he recorded ten songs with HMV at Abbey Road Studios. He also made appearances on BBC’s “Children’s Hour,” which helped raise his profile. Throughout the years, he took on various roles in television series and films, becoming a recognizable face in the industry.
Death and Legacy
Tom Criddle died on March 6, 2008, in England, leaving behind a rich legacy in theatre and television. His contributions as an actor, particularly in Shakespearean plays and television dramas, are remembered fondly. Criddle’s talent as a singer and actor has inspired many in the performing arts.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | TECX | Emile Lausel |
| 1980 | Airport | Airport manager |
| 1976 | Victorian Scandals | Samuel Starky |
| 1965–1976 | BBC Play of the Month | Major Colford / Mouraviev / Captain Tunney |
| 1975 | Oil Strike North | Sir Norman Denison |
| 1975 | Six Days of Justice | Mr. Redman |
| 1975 | Edward the King | Archbishop of Canterbury |
| 1975 | Crown Court | Dr. Vincent Thomson |
| 1974 | Fall of Eagles | Sir Edward Grey |
| 1972–1973 | New Scotland Yard | Weston / Arthur Harper |
| 1973 | Menace | Peter Sinclair |
| 1970–1972 | Thirty-Minute Theatre | Vicar / Charles Russell QC |
| 1972 | Spy Trap | Dr. Arnold |
| 1972 | ITV Saturday Night Theatre | Doctor Foy |