As of August 2026, Richard Vernon is best known for Upstairs, Downstairs and Yes Minister. Find every show and movie Richard Vernon has starred in — and where to watch them — below.
Richard Vernon

Richard Vernon

Actor Born 1925 Reading, Berkshire, England, UK 7 TV Shows 8 Movies

Richard Vernon was a distinguished British actor known for his contributions to film, television, and theater. He had a prolific career spanning several decades. Vernon appeared in various roles across different genres, showcasing his versatility and talent. While perhaps best known for his role as Slartibartfast in the original television adaptation of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy," his career encompassed numerous other productions. His performances in both classical theater and modern works solidified him as a respected figure in the British entertainment industry. Vernon's contributions to acting continue to be remembered and appreciated by audiences worldwide.

Richard Vernon has built a filmography of 15 credits over a career spanning from 1963 to 1996.

Richard Vernon's most notable role to date came in Goldfinger (1964), where he played Smithers. He also appeared in Gandhi (1982) as Sir Edward Gait. Most recently appeared in A Hard Day's Night (1964) as Man on Train.

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📺 Richard Vernon's TV Shows

Upstairs, Downstairs
Major Cochrane-Danby
1971
Yes Minister
1980
The Duchess of Duke Street
Major Toby Smith-Barton
1976
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Slartibartfast
1981
The Sandbaggers
C
1978
The Borrowers
Mr. Pott
1992
The Camomile Lawn
The General
1992

🎬 Richard Vernon's Movies

Goldfinger
Smithers
1964
Gandhi
Sir Edward Gait
1982
Evil Under the Sun
Flewitt
1982
Loch Ness
Aged Professor
1996
The Pink Panther Strikes Again
Fassbender
1976
A Hard Day's Night
Man on Train
1964
Lady Jane
The Marquess of Winchester
1986
The Servant
Lord Willie Mounset
1963

📝 Created / Written by Richard Vernon

Street of Shadows
Director
1953

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