Herbert Lom

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Characters played by Herbert Lom

Dr. Sam Weizak — The Dead Zone (1983)

Dr. Sam Weizak is the neurologist who cares for Johnny Smith after his five-year coma and helps oversee his recovery. Johnny later reveals a vision showing that Weizak's mother is still alive. Weizak becomes a trusted adviser, discussing whether foreknowledge of evil could justify killing Greg Stillson.

Colonel Bockner — King Solomon's Mines (1985)

Ruthless German military leader seeking the mines, using brutal tactics and betrayal.

Napoleon — War and Peace (1956)

The French Emperor whose campaign for conquest drives the narrative. Initially admired by Pierre, he is later revealed as a tyrant after Pierre witnesses the devastation of war. His invasion of Russia ultimately fails due to Kutuzov's strategy and the harsh conditions.

Dreyfus — The Pink Panther Strikes Again (1976)

Clouseau's exasperated superior turned vengeful nemesis.

Colonel Brinkley — Treasure of Silver Lake (1962)

Antagonistic military figure who murders for a treasure map.

Chief Insp. Charles LaRousse Dreyfus — Curse of the Pink Panther (1983)

Full title of Clouseau's long-suffering police chief.

Chef Inspektor Charles Dreyfus — Trail of the Pink Panther (1982)

Senior inspector and counterpart, involved in Clouseau's disappearance investigation.

Chief Inspector Dreyfus — The Return of the Pink Panther (1975)

High-ranking officer obsessed with eliminating Clouseau.

Charles Dreyfus — A Shot in the Dark (1964)

Clouseau's exasperated superior and longtime police partner.

Henry Fengriffen — And Now the Screaming Starts! (1973)

Charles's debauched grandfather whose crimes fifty years ago triggered the estate's curse. He raped a servant's bride, mutilated her lover Silas, and placed a retaliatory curse on future brides. Though deceased, his buried remains and legacy drive the plot's supernatural events and ultimate tragedy.

Captain Nemo — Mysterious Island (1961)

Captain Nemo is the creator of the Nautilus and the hidden force behind many events on the island. He secretly assists the castaways, sends them supplies, kills the giant bird, sinks the pirate ship, and reveals his experiments and peace-oriented goals before dying when the volcano destroys the Nautilus.

Kristo — Night and the City (1950)

The ruthless and controlling son of Gregorius who dominates London's wrestling scene and relentlessly hunts Fabian for a bounty after his father's death.

Career Overview

Herbert Lom has 112 screen credits in a career dating back to 1937. Their work spans 10 cinematic universes — most prominently The Pink Panther (Original) Collection with 6 titles. Signature works include The Dead Zone, King Solomon's Mines, The Pink Panther Strikes Again. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
112
Birth Date
1917-09-12
Birth Place
Prague, Bohemia, Austria-Hungary

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Universe traveler — spans 10 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q165357), public domain (CC0).