Richard Leech

Richard Leech

Deceased · Born: Nov 24, 1922 · Died: Mar 24, 2004

Personal Details

BornNov 24, 1922 Dublin, Ireland
Spouse
  • Diane Margaret McClelland

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Mar 24, 2004 )
  • Helen Hyslop Uttley

Biography

Richard Leech, a talented actor of considerable renown, was brought into this world on November 24, 1922, in the vibrant city of Dublin, Ireland. Born with a passion for the performing arts, Leech went on to carve out a successful career in the entertainment industry, with his impressive repertoire of roles including the iconic film "A Night to Remember" (1958),the popular television series "The Avengers" (1961),and the Academy Award-winning biographical epic "Gandhi" (1982).

Throughout his life, Leech was blessed with the love and companionship of two remarkable women, Diane Margaret McClelland and Helen Hyslop Uttley, whom he had the privilege of sharing his life with. Tragically, his time on this earth came to an end on March 24, 2004, in the bustling metropolis of London, England, UK, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances and a profound impact on the world of entertainment.

Career

1988
1985
1984
1982
Gandhi
Gandhi as Brigadier
1980
The Mirror Crack'd
The Mirror Crack'd as Director of Photography (uncredited)
1972
The Gold Robbers
The Gold Robbers as Richard Bolt
1966
1965
1964
Walk a Tightrope
Walk a Tightrope as Doug Randle
1963
Ricochet
Ricochet as Alan Phipps
The Cracksman
The Cracksman as Detective Sergeant
1962
I Thank a Fool
I Thank a Fool as Irish Doctor
1961
Terror of the Hatchet Men
Terror of the Hatchet Men as Inspector Bob Dean
1960
Tunes of Glory
Tunes of Glory as Captain Alec Rattray
1958
The Moonraker
The Moonraker as Henry Strangeways
Ice Cold in Alex
Ice Cold in Alex as Captain Crosbie
A Lady Mislaid
A Lady Mislaid as George McHugh
Dublin Nightmare
Dublin Nightmare as Steve Lawlor
A Night to Remember
A Night to Remember as First Officer William Murdoch
The Horse's Mouth
The Horse's Mouth as Hodges (uncredited)
Our Mutual Friend
Our Mutual Friend as 'Rogue' Riderhood
1957
Battle Hell
Battle Hell as Lieutenant Strain
The Birthday Present
The Birthday Present as Hawkins (uncredited)
The Good Companions
The Good Companions as Jack Ridvers
Dangerous Youth
Dangerous Youth as Cpt. Brewster
Curse of the Demon
Curse of the Demon as Inspector Mottrarn
1956
It's Never Too Late
It's Never Too Late as John Hammond
The Third Key
The Third Key as Nightwatchman / Gilson
The Gentle Touch
The Gentle Touch as Casualty Doctor
1955
Children Galore
Children Galore as Harry Bunnion
The Dam Busters
The Dam Busters as Squadron Leader H. M. Young, D.F.C.
1954
1953
The Cruel Sea
The Cruel Sea as Sailor (uncredited)