Kenneth More

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Characters played by Kenneth More

Second Officer Charles Herbert Lightoller — A Night to Remember (1958)

Titanic's Second Officer, Lightoller first gives the bridge to First Officer William Murdoch, then supervises the lowering of lifeboats after the collision. He struggles to free the collapsible boats, is swept into the sea, survives on an overturned boat, and later tells Col. Archibald Gracie about his shaken confidence.

King Arthur — Unidentified Flying Oddball (1979)

The ruler of Camelot who presides over the royal gathering, accepts Sir Mordred's claim about the creature, and later receives evidence that Sir Mordred is preparing to seize Camelot and England. His sword also becomes a test of the creature's purity.

Richard Grimsdyke — Doctor in the House (1954)

Medical student with a reliable annuity, deliberately fails exams until pressured by his fiancée.

Ghost of Christmas Present — Scrooge (1970)

A spirit who takes Scrooge to observe Christmas in the present. It shows him Bob Cratchit’s family gathered for dinner and hints that Bob’s ill son, Tiny Tim, may die. The spirit also accompanies Scrooge to his nephew’s Christmas party, where Scrooge hears his nephew defend him.

Prof. Otto Lindenbrock — Journey to the Centre of the Earth (1977)

Lead geologist and expedition leader who discovers a coded book by Arne Saknussemm. He organizes the journey to the Earth's center, discovers an underground ocean and prehistoric creatures, stubbornly attempts to push through dead ends, and ultimately escapes via a volcanic eruption. Decades later, he continues searching old bookshops for more clues.

Lt. Cmdr. Robert Badger — We Joined the Navy (1963)

Lieutenant Commander Robert Bollinger Badger, known in the Royal Navy as “The Artful Bodger,” is an excellent naval officer whose habit of speaking the truth at the worst possible moments gets him transferred to shore duty and then assigned to instruct at the Royal Naval College. Given one last chance, he is sent with three problem midshipmen as an exchange officer to the flagship of the United States Sixth Fleet.

Bill Crichton — The Admirable Crichton (1957)

The Earl's highly competent butler who initially accepts his place in class-conscious society. After a shipwreck strands the aristocrats on a deserted island, he takes command, provides survival essentials, and eventually reverses the social hierarchy as the island's leader. He navigates romantic tensions between Mary and Eliza, ultimately chooses Mary, but upon rescue, voluntarily resumes his butler uniform and resigns to start a business with Eliza, acknowledging the limits of challenging civilization.

Steve Quillan — Never Let Me Go (1953)

English radio broadcaster stationed in Moscow and Philip's friend. He facilitates communication by smuggling letters between the separated couples and helps coordinate the escape rendezvous.

Doctor Wreid — Dark of the Sun (1968)

Doctor Wreid is an alcoholic doctor traveling with Curry's group. When the expedition reaches the mining town, he refuses to abandon a pregnant woman at a nearby mission hospital, so Curry reluctantly allows him to remain behind while the train and the other evacuees depart.

Dr. Jarvis Lorry — A Tale of Two Cities (1980)

Dr. Jarvis Lorry of Tellsons Bank travels to Dover to inform Lucie Manette that her father has been found alive and to help arrange their reunion. Later, he travels to Paris with Lucie and seeks assistance through John Barsad in gaining access to the imprisoned Charles Darnay, acting as a practical supporter of the family.

Chamberlain — The Slipper and the Rose (1976)

The King’s chief advisor and mouthpiece for royal decrees. He privately discusses the political necessity of a royal alliance with the monarch, then delivers the heartbreaking news to Cinderella, explaining her mandatory exile and the kingdom’s rigid succession laws. He acts as the bridge between the throne’s political demands and the lovers’ plight.

Richard Hannay — The 39 Steps (1959)

Richard Hannay is the central protagonist, drawn into the conspiracy after helping a nanny and discovering her murder. He assumes her mission, travels to Scotland, escapes assassins and police, and exposes the secret at the Palace Music Hall. His survival and determination drive the entire investigation.

Career Overview

Kenneth More has 56 screen credits in a career dating back to 1935. Their work is anchored in the The Doctor Collection universe with 1 titles. Signature works include A Night to Remember, Unidentified Flying Oddball, Journey to the Centre of the Earth. 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
56
Birth Date
1914-09-20
Birth Place
Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, England, UK

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