Murray Melvin

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Characters played by Murray Melvin

Father-Canon Jean Mignon — The Devils (1971)

Father-Canon Jean Mignon is a priest in Loudun and a relative of a woman involved with Father Urbain Grandier. He tells Sister Jeanne des Anges that he will become the convent's confessor, hears her accusations against Grandier, and passes them to Baron de Laubardemont. Although involved in the prosecution, he later panics over Grandier's possible innocence and is confined to an asylum.

Reverend Runt — Barry Lyndon (1975)

A clergyman and former tutor who provides spiritual counseling to a despairing Lady Lyndon. After Barry's mother dismisses him, he allies with the steward Graham to alert Bullingdon, triggering the stepfather's return and the final duel.

Nat — Alfie (1966)

Minor character in pub/social scenes.

Geoffrey Ingham — A Taste of Honey (1961)

Gay textile design student evicted due to his sexuality. Jo invites him to live in her new loft. He offers to marry her when she becomes pregnant by Jimmy, and stays to care for her. He leaves quietly when Jo's mother Helen returns, understanding Jo's need for family support.

Hector Berlioz — Lisztomania (1975)

Hector Berlioz appears among Liszt’s colleagues backstage before a concert. Liszt introduces Richard Wagner to him and the other musicians, placing Berlioz within Liszt’s professional circle. The plot gives him no separate action, conflict, or personal relationship beyond this brief connection to the musical gathering.

McFayden — Ghost Story (1974)

The estate owner who invites his old friends ostensibly for hunting. He secretly hopes to draw out the house's spirits based on rumors. His role in provoking the supernatural leads to his death alongside Talbot when the doll claims them.

Career Overview

Murray Melvin has 63 screen credits in a career dating back to 1960. Their work is anchored in the Alfie Collection universe with 1 titles. Signature works include The Devils, The Phantom of the Opera, A Taste of Honey. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

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Gender
male
Known Credits
63
Birth Date
1932-11-30
Birth Place
Hampstead, London, England, UK

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q1343282), public domain (CC0).