Kenneth More
Biography
Kenneth Gilbert More CBE (September 20, 1914 – July 12, 1982) was a prominent English actor celebrated for his significant contributions to film during the post-World War II period. Renowned for his portrayal of charming and affable middle-class characters, More captivated audiences with his engaging performances in a variety of feature films.
More's career took off after the war, and he quickly became a beloved figure in British cinema. His most notable works include the classic movies "Genevieve" (1953), where he showcased his comedic talent as a car enthusiast, and "The Deep Blue Sea" (1955), which demonstrated his dramatic range. He also starred in the adventure film "The Cockleshell Heroes" (1955), earning accolades for his ability to balance humor and pathos.
Throughout his career, More received numerous honors, including a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for his services to the arts. His legacy endures through his memorable roles that exemplified the quintessential British gentleman, as well as through the warmth and charisma he brought to each character. Kenneth More remains an iconic figure in British film history, remembered for his ability to bring joy and relatability to the silver screen.
Filmography
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Scott of the Antarctic
1948 • Lt. E.G.R. (Teddy) Evans R.N.
Genevieve
1953 • Ambrose Claverhouse
Sink the Bismarck!
1960 • Captain Jonathan Shepard
The Collector
1965 • Miranda’s Older Friend (uncredited)
The Comedy Man
1964 • Chick Byrd
Man on the Run
1949
The Slipper and the Rose
1976 • Chamberlain
Appointment with Venus
1951 • Lionel Fallaize
Morning Departure
1950
The Clouded Yellow
1950 • Willy Shepley
We Joined the Navy
1963 • Lt. Cmdr. Robert Badger
Scrooge (1970)
1970 • Ghost of Christmas Present
Doctor in the House
1954 • Richard Grimsdyke
The Sheriff of Fractured Jaw
1958 • Jonathan Tibbs
Unidentified Flying Oddball
1979 • King Arthur
The Admirable Crichton
1957 • Bill Crichton
Battle of Britain
1969 • Group Capt. Baker
The Yellow Balloon
1953 • Ted Palmer
A Night to Remember (1958)
1958 • Second Officer Charles Herbert Lightoller
North West Frontier
1959 • Capt. Scott
Journey to the Centre of the Earth
1977 • Prof. Otto Lindenbrock
Man in the Moon
1960 • William Blood