Birth Place: Thornaby-on-Tees, ENGLAND
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Richard Griffiths was a British actor known for his versatility and commanding stage presence. Born in North Yorkshire in 1947, Griffiths initially worked as a stage manager before deciding to pursue acting full-time. He trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, and made his professional debut in a production of Joe Orton's "Entertaining Mr. Sloane" at the New Arts Theatre in 1969.
Griffiths quickly established himself as a formidable talent, and went on to appear in a wide range of productions on stage, screen, and television. He was particularly renowned for his work in the plays of Alan Bennett, with whom he had a close working relationship. He played the role of Hector in Bennett's "The History Boys" both on stage and in the 2006 film adaptation, earning critical acclaim and a number of awards for his performance.
Griffiths also had a notable career in film, appearing in a number of high-profile productions over the years. He played Uncle Vernon Dursley in the "Harry Potter" film series, and also had roles in movies like "Chariots of Fire," "Gandhi," and "Hugo." He was a versatile performer, equally adept at playing comedic and dramatic roles, and was highly respected by his peers in the industry.
On television, Griffiths was a familiar face to audiences around the world. He appeared in a number of popular British series, including "Pie in the Sky," "The Vicar of Dibley," and "Minder." He also had a recurring role on the HBO series "Six Feet Under," playing the character of Nathaniel Fisher, Sr.
Despite his success in other mediums, Griffiths remained devoted to the stage throughout his career. He appeared in a number of productions in London's West End, including "The Caretaker," "Equus," and "The History Boys." He also had a successful run on Broadway, earning a Tony Award for his performance in "The History Boys" in 2006.
Griffiths was widely regarded as one of the finest actors of his generation, and his passing in 2013 was a great loss to the industry. His legacy, however, lives on through his many memorable performances on stage, screen, and television. His most recent work was in the 2012 film "Private Peaceful," in which he played the character of The Colonel.
[1976]It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet Sam Broadbent
[1980]Superman II Terrorist #3
[1980]Breaking Glass Studio Engineer
[1981]The French Lieutenant's Woman Sir Tom
[1981]Chariots of Fire Head Porter-Caius College
[1982]Britannia Hospital Cheerful Bernie
[1982]Gandhi Collins
[1983]Gorky Park Anton
[1984]A Private Function Allardyce
[1984]Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes Captain Billings
[1986]Shanghai Surprise Willie Tuttle
[1987]Withnail & I Monty
[1991]King Ralph Phipps
[1991]The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear Dr. Meinheimer, Earl Hacker
[1992]Blame It on the Bellboy Maurice Horton
[1994]Guarding Tess Frederick
[1995]Funny Bones Jim Minty
[1999]Sleepy Hollow Magistrate Philipse
[2000]Vatel Dr. Bourdelot
[2001]Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Uncle Vernon Dursley
[2002]Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Uncle Vernon
[2004]Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Uncle Vernon
[2004]Stage Beauty Sir Charles Sedley
[2005]The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy Jeltz
[2005]Lost in Love Tierney
[2006]The History Boys Hector
[2006]Venus Donald
[2007]Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Vernon Dursley
[2008]Bedtime Stories Barry Nottingham
[2010]National Theatre Live: The Habit of Art Fitz, W.H. Auden
[2010]Jackboots on Whitehall Hermann Goering
[2010]Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 Vernon Dursley
[2011]Hugo Monsieur Frick
[2011]Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides King George
[2012]Private Peaceful The Colonel
A Kind of Living Trevor Beasley
Ffizz Jack Mowbray
Nobody's Perfect Sam Hooper
Pie in the Sky Henry Crabbe
The World of Peter Rabbit and Friends Mr. Jackson, Mr. Alderman Ptolomy Tortoise, Sir Isaac Newton
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Richard GriffithsOnce In A Lifetime
Richard Griffiths has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
Richard Griffiths has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
Richard Griffiths's first West End show was The Sunshine Boys which opened in 2012
Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The History Boys , Best Actor (Olivier Awards) for Heroes , Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The History Boys , Performance (Theatre World Awards) for The History Boys , Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The History Boys , Best Actor (Olivier Awards) for The History Boys Best Actor (Evening Standard Awards) for The History Boys and Comedy Performance of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Once In A Lifetime .
Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The History Boys, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The History Boys , Performance (Theatre World Awards) for The History Boys, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The History Boys Best Actor (Olivier Awards) for The History Boysand Best Actor (Evening Standard Awards) for The History Boys.
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