Trevor Howard

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Characters played by Trevor Howard

1st Elder — Superman (1978)

Kryptonian council member overseeing planetary affairs.

Major Calloway — The Third Man (1949)

British Field Security Section officer present at Lime's funeral. He reveals Lime's black market penicillin scheme, assists Martins in tracking Lime, pursues him into the sewers, and orders Martins to shoot him. He also shows Martins dying children to convince him to stay.

Dr. Alec Harvey — Brief Encounter (1945)

An idealistic doctor who works at the local hospital and falls in love with Laura Jesson despite being married with children. He continues meeting Laura in public, but ends their relationship for the sake of his family by accepting a job in Johannesburg.

Krypton Elder (archive footage) (uncredited) — Superman II (1980)

Archival appearance of a Kryptonian council member.

Major Eric Fincham — Von Ryan's Express (1965)

The senior British officer in the camp before Ryan arrives, Fincham resents losing command but later works closely with Ryan during the train escape. He helps divert the transport toward Switzerland, leads the final defense against the SS, and survives Ryan's sacrifice.

Air Vice Marshal Keith Park — Battle of Britain (1969)

Commanding officer of RAF 11 Group. Advocates for immediate, aggressive engagement against German raids, criticizing the slow formation time of Leigh-Mallory's Big Wing tactic. Later works with Dowding to exploit the German shift to bombing London, using the tactical respite to repair airfields and rebuild squadrons.

Abbé Faria — The Count of Monte-Cristo (1975)

An elderly political prisoner and brilliant scholar who becomes Edmond's mentor, educating him and guiding him to the Monte Cristo treasure.

Capt. William Bligh — Mutiny on the Bounty (1962)

The Bounty’s captain, an experienced and competent seaman whose arrogance and cruelty alienate his crew. He orders severe punishments, reduces rations, and prioritizes the breadfruit cargo over the men’s safety. After Christian’s mutiny leaves him adrift, Bligh navigates across the Pacific, reaches Kupang, and is later exonerated by court-martial.

Dr. Rank — A Doll's House (1973)

Dr. Rank is an elderly man connected to the Helmer household and one of the story's important secondary figures. He develops a quixotic love for Nora, adding emotional complexity to her restricted domestic life. His subplot contrasts with Torvald's possessive marriage and contributes to the play's exploration of concealed feelings.

Sir Hector — The Last Remake of Beau Geste (1977)

The head of the Geste household who celebrates the birth of his son Beau and imagines him becoming a strong leader. His failing health and uncertain affairs contribute to the manor's instability.

Commander Frank Houghton — Father Goose (1964)

Royal Australian Navy commander who coerces Eckland into coast watching. He sabotages Eckland's boat to ensure he stays, hides whisky to motivate him, and guides him via radio to rescue refugees. He confirms the island's dangers, arranges the radio marriage ceremony, and coordinates the submarine evacuation.

Richard Wagner — Ludwig (1973)

The composer Ludwig admires and financially supports after inviting him to Munich, Wagner becomes the young king's hoped-for faithful friend. His expensive lifestyle angers Ludwig's cabinet, while his affair with Cosima von Bülow causes scandal and forces him to leave Munich, leaving Ludwig disappointed and mistrustful.

Career Overview

Trevor Howard has 105 screen credits in a career dating back to 1941. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Superman Classic with 2 titles. Signature works include Superman, The Third Man, Brief Encounter. 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
105
Birth Date
1913-09-29
Birth Place
Cliftonville, Kent, England, UK

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q343037), public domain (CC0).