Martin Benson

Martin Benson

Deceased · Born: Aug 10, 1918 · Died: Feb 28, 2010

Personal Details

BornAug 10, 1918 London, England, UK
Spouse
  • Joan Hayward

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 7, 2025 )
  • Joy

    ( Dec 7, 2025 to Feb 28, 2010 )

Biography

Martin Benson, a renowned actor and writer, entered this world on August 10, 1918, in the bustling metropolis of London, England, United Kingdom. With a career spanning decades, he left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment, boasting an impressive repertoire of iconic films, including the critically acclaimed "The King and I" in 1956, the chilling "The Omen" in 1976, and the James Bond classic "Goldfinger" in 1964.

Throughout his personal life, Martin Benson was united in matrimony to the lovely Joan Hayward and later to Joy, sharing a life filled with love, laughter, and adventure.

Sadly, Martin Benson's remarkable journey on this earth came to an end on February 28, 2010, in the picturesque village of Markyate, Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom.

Career

1999
Angela's Ashes
Angela's Ashes as Christian Brother
1992
1985
1981
Sphinx
Sphinx as Mohammed
1980
The Sea Wolves
The Sea Wolves as Mr. Montero
1977
1976
The Omen
The Omen as Father Spiletto
The Message
The Message as Abu-Jahal / Kisra - Persian Emperor
The Message
The Message as Kisra - Persian Emperor
1975
Thriller
Thriller as Spiros Lemke
1973
1972
Pope Joan
Pope Joan as Lothair
1967
The Magnificent Two
The Magnificent Two as President Diaz
1966
1965
1964
Mozambique
Mozambique as Da Silva
Goldfinger
Goldfinger as Martin Solo
1963
Cleopatra
Cleopatra as Ramos
1962
1961
Gorgo
Gorgo as Dorkin
1960
Oscar Wilde
Oscar Wilde as George Alexander
The Gentle Trap
The Gentle Trap as Ricky Barnes
Exodus
Exodus as Mordekai
Desert Patrol
Desert Patrol as German Half-track Officer
The Two-Headed Spy
The Two-Headed Spy as Gen. Wagner
Pickup Alley
Pickup Alley as Captain Varolli
The Flesh Is Weak
The Flesh Is Weak as Angelo Giani
Istanbul
Istanbul as Mr. Darius
Doctor at Large
Doctor at Large as Maharajah of Branda
1956
The King and I
The King and I as Kralahome
Spin a Dark Web
Spin a Dark Web as Rico Francesi
1955
Passage Home
Passage Home as Gutierres
Doctor at Sea
Doctor at Sea as Head Waiter (uncredited)
1954
1953
Escape by Night
Escape by Night as Guillio Rossini
Recoil
Recoil as Farnborough
Black 13
Black 13 as Bruno
Never Let Me Go
Never Let Me Go as Toasting Russian Officer (uncredited)
1952
Wide Boy
Wide Boy as Rocco
The Gambler and the Lady
The Gambler and the Lady as Tony - Pat's Dance Partner
1951
Mystery Junction
Mystery Junction as Steve Harding
1948
The Blind Goddess
The Blind Goddess as Count Stephan Mikla