Quick Facts
Born:
1916-02-07
Birthplace:
Purley, Surrey, England, UK
Credits:
27 Total Roles
John Baskcomb
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Biography
John Baskcomb (7 February 1916 – 29 March 2000) was an English character actor who made numerous television and film appearances over a 35-year period.
He was the son of the founder of the Bank of England Operatic and Dramatic Society and was educated at Croydon High School for Boys. He then appeared on stage in repertory theatre in Croydon and Henley-on-Thames and in clubs, pantomimes and concert parties.
He made appearances in numerous British television plays and series including; Doctor Who (Terror of the Autons), The Saint, Softly, Softly and Poldark and he played the role of Cardinal Wolsey in The Six Wives of Henry VIII (1970). His film roles included Oliver! (uncredited), Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (uncredited), Battle of Britain, Dad's Army and Omen III: The Final Conflict.
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He was the son of the founder of the Bank of England Operatic and Dramatic Society and was educated at Croydon High School for Boys. He then appeared on stage in repertory theatre in Croydon and Henley-on-Thames and in clubs, pantomimes and concert parties.
He made appearances in numerous British television plays and series including; Doctor Who (Terror of the Autons), The Saint, Softly, Softly and Poldark and he played the role of Cardinal Wolsey in The Six Wives of Henry VIII (1970). His film roles included Oliver! (uncredited), Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (uncredited), Battle of Britain, Dad's Army and Omen III: The Final Conflict.
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Known For
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
Castle Chef (uncredited)
Doctor Who
Rossini
The Final Conflict
Diplomat
Battle of Britain
Farmer
The Saint
Lewis Enstone
Dad's Army
Mayor
Poldark
Nat Pearce
The Lady and the Highwayman
Archbishop
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Memento Mori MOVIE | Fat Old Man |
| 1988 | The Lady and the Highwayman MOVIE | Archbishop |
| 1981 | The Day of the Janitor MOVIE | Darby |
| 1981 | The Final Conflict MOVIE | Diplomat |
| 1976 | The Portland Millions MOVIE | Bargrave Dean |
| 1976 | Victorian Scandals TV | Bargrave Dean |
| 1975 | Poldark TV | Nat Pearce |
| 1975 | Quiller TV | Hastings |
| 1972 | The Darwin Adventure MOVIE | Prof. Draper |
| 1971 | Dad's Army MOVIE | Mayor |