John Orchard

John Orchard

Deceased · Born: Nov 15, 1928 · Died: Nov 3, 1995

Personal Details

BornNov 15, 1928 Lambeth, London, England, UK
Relatives
  • Kayleigh Pennington (Grandchild)

Biography

John Orchard's life began on November 15, 1928, in the bustling borough of Lambeth, situated in the heart of London, England, United Kingdom. As an accomplished actor, he would go on to leave a lasting impression on the world of cinema, with notable roles in films such as the beloved classic Bedknobs and Broomsticks, released in 1971, the crime drama Capone, which premiered in 1975, and the Cold War thriller Ice Station Zebra, which debuted in 1968.

Throughout his personal life, John Orchard was blessed with the love and companionship of his wife, Carol Randall. Together, they formed a strong and enduring bond, which would stand the test of time.

Sadly, John Orchard's life came to a close on November 3, 1995, in the city that would always be his home, London, England, United Kingdom. Despite his passing, his legacy as a talented actor and devoted husband continues to be celebrated and remembered by all who knew him.

Career

1985
Rustlers' Rhapsody
Rustlers' Rhapsody as Town Sheriff
1982
The Letter
The Letter as Annoyed Man
1980
Play for Today
Play for Today as Terry Bridepath
1976
Gus
Gus as Pemberton Captain
1975
Capone
Capone as Dion O'Banion
The Intruder
The Intruder as Mr. McGowan
1973
Cleopatra Jones
Cleopatra Jones as British Agent (uncredited)
1972
M*A*S*H
M*A*S*H as Ugly John
1971
The Molly Maguires
The Molly Maguires as Man in Court Room (uncredited)
1968
The Split
The Split as Guard (uncredited)
The Thomas Crown Affair
The Thomas Crown Affair as John - Crown's Butler (uncredited)
1967
1965
King Rat
King Rat as Gurble
Strange Bedfellows
Strange Bedfellows as Radio Dispatcher
1952
The Gentle Gunman
The Gentle Gunman as Sentry (uncredited)