Andrew Keir
Biography
Andrew Keir, born Andrew Buggy on April 3, 1926, was a notable Scottish actor whose career spanned several decades, from the 1940s to the 1990s. He gained prominence in the 1960s through his performances in various films produced by Hammer Film Productions, a company renowned for its horror genre films. In addition to his cinematic work, Keir was also a familiar face on television and made significant contributions to the theatre, demonstrating his versatility and dedication to the performing arts. His dynamic range allowed him to take on a variety of roles, captivating audiences across multiple platforms. Keir's enduring legacy in the entertainment industry is marked by his commitment to his craft and the memorable characters he portrayed. He passed away on October 5, 1997, leaving behind a rich body of work that continues to be celebrated by fans and film enthusiasts alike.
Filmography
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The Fall of the Roman Empire
1964
Absolution
1978 • Headmaster
Dracula: Prince of Darkness
1966 • Father Sandor
Daleks' Invasion Earth: 2150 A.D.
1966 • Wyler
The Viking Queen
1967 • Octavian
Blood from the Mummy's Tomb
1971 • Professor Julian Fuchs
The Night Visitor
1971 • Dr. Kemp
Dragonworld
1994 • Angus McGowan
Attack on the Iron Coast
1968 • Capt. Owen Franklin
Rob Roy
1995 • Argyll
Lord Jim
1965
The Thirty Nine Steps
1978
The Pirates of Blood River
1962 • Jason Standing
Meetings with Remarkable Men
1979
Dragonworld: The Legend Continues
1999 • Angus
The Devil-Ship Pirates
1964 • Tom
Cleopatra (1963)
1963 • Agrippa
The Long Duel
1967 • Gungaram
Quatermass and the Pit
1967 • Prof. Bernard Quatermass
Lion Of The Desert
1981 • Salem
The Royal Hunt of the Sun
1969 • Valverde
Zeppelin
1971 • Von Gorian