Biography
British-born character actor, on stage at the Old Vic in London from 1936. Emigrated to the U.S. after World War II. Acted in plays off-Broadway from the late 40's and on television from 1951. Often seen as British authority figures, particularly politicians, aristocrats, military types and executives. Appeared on the television show Bewitched (1964) 6 times including a giant, Santa Claus, a ghost and King Henry VIII.
Known For

Alice in Wonderland
Queen of Hearts

The Notorious Landlady
Coroner

Mrs. Miniver
Vicar

R.P.M.
Professor

Two Loves
Headmaster Reardon

Assault on a Queen
Officer #2

The List of Adrian Messen...
Sir Robert Carstairs

The Man from the Diners' ...
Minister

The Naked Road
Wayne Jackson

Oliver and the Artful Dod...
Mr. Bumble / Coachman (voice)