Mark Dignam

Mark Dignam

Deceased · Born: Mar 20, 1909 · Died: Sep 29, 1989

Personal Details

BornMar 20, 1909 Ealing, London, England, UK
Spouse
  • Pearl Virginia Smith aka Virginia Kirby

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Helen Christie

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 5, 2025 )
  • Georgia MacKinnon

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 5, 2025 )

Biography

Mark Dignam, a renowned thespian, entered this world on the twentieth of March, 1909, in the esteemed borough of Ealing, London, England, United Kingdom. Throughout his illustrious career, he made a lasting impact on the silver screen, showcasing his remarkable acting prowess in a variety of roles.

One of his most notable performances was in the 1963 epic film, "Sword of Lancelot", a cinematic masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences to this day. His impressive range and depth as an actor were further showcased in "The Taming of The Shrew" (1967) and "The Rise and Fall of César Birotteau" (1965),solidifying his position as a respected and accomplished actor of his time.

Mark Dignam's personal life was marked by three significant unions, each with a remarkable woman. He was married to Pearl Virginia Smith, professionally known as Virginia Kirby, Helen Christie, and Georgia MacKinnon, a testament to his enduring love and commitment to the women in his life.

Sadly, Mark Dignam's life came to a close on September 29, 1989, in the city of his birth, London, England, United Kingdom. His legacy, however, continues to inspire and influence generations of actors and film enthusiasts alike, a true testament to his remarkable talent and enduring impact on the world of cinema.

Career

1988
On the Black Hill
On the Black Hill as Reverend Latimer
1984
The Biko Inquest
The Biko Inquest as Martinus Prins
The Chain
The Chain as Ambrose
1983
Macbeth
Macbeth as Duncan
1981
1977
The XYY Man
The XYY Man as Fairfax
1976
1975
Further Up Pompeii!
Further Up Pompeii! as Ludicrus Sextus
1974
Dead Cert
Dead Cert as Clifford Tudor
1970
Play for Today
Play for Today as Anna's father
There's a Girl in My Soup
There's a Girl in My Soup as Wedding Guest (uncredited)
1969
Hamlet
Hamlet as Polonius
1967
1965
Game for Three Losers
Game for Three Losers as Attorney General
1964
1963
Siege of the Saxons
Siege of the Saxons as King Arthur
Tom Jones
Tom Jones as Lieutenant
1962
In Search of the Castaways
In Search of the Castaways as Rich man at Yacht party
1960
Sink the Bismarck!
Sink the Bismarck! as Captain Maund - 'Ark Royal'
The Pure Hell of St. Trinian's
The Pure Hell of St. Trinian's as Prosecuting Counsel
1955
The Prisoner
The Prisoner as The Governor
They Can't Hang Me
They Can't Hang Me as Prison Governor
1954
Court Martial
Court Martial as Prosecutor
Lease of Life
Lease of Life as Mr. Black
Beau Brummell
Beau Brummell as Mr. Burke
High and Dry
High and Dry as The Laird
Doctor in the House
Doctor in the House as Examiner at Microscope (uncredited)
1951
1949
Train of Events
Train of Events as Bolingbroke