James Fox

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Characters played by James Fox

Mr. Salt — Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005)

Wealthy but neglectful father of Veruca Salt, obsessed with business.

Sir Thomas Rotheram — Sherlock Holmes (2009)

Influential statesman and Freemason leader whose murder sparks Holmes's investigation into Blackwood.

King Haraald — The Prince & Me (2004)

Edvard's father, former king upholding strict royal traditions.

Lord William Holmes — Patriot Games (1992)

British aristocrat targeted by terrorists.

Tony — The Servant (1963)

Tony is a wealthy Londoner who hires Hugo Barrett as his manservant after moving into a new house. His relationships with Susan, Barrett, and Vera destabilize his life, leading to drinking and increasing dependence on Barrett. As their roles reverse, Tony retreats into infantilism and becomes unable to manage his household or resist Barrett's control.

Lord Darlington — The Remains of the Day (1993)

Lord Darlington is the aristocratic owner of Darlington Hall and James Stevens's employer. He hosts politically consequential conferences, supports appeasement toward Nazi Germany, and orders the dismissal of two German-Jewish maids before regretting it. His reputation collapses after a failed libel suit, and he dies broken-hearted after recognizing that his sympathies were misguided.

Ned — The Russia House (1990)

MI6 officer involved in the London-based verification team, assisting with document analysis and intelligence tracking.

Professor Summerlee — The Lost World (2001)

A skeptical professor and Challenger's scientific rival, he joins the expedition despite doubting Challenger's claims. He is captured by ape-men, repeatedly tries to escape, and later makes an explosive that reopens the cave. After returning to London, he helps persuade Challenger to conceal the expedition's discoveries and remains there with his family.

Richard Fielding — A Passage to India (1984)

Richard Fielding is the local school superintendent who introduces Adela and Mrs. Moore to Professor Godbole and befriends Aziz. He insists on Aziz's innocence, supports Adela after her accusation collapses, helps her reach safety, and later marries Stella, Mrs. Moore's daughter.

Lord Charles Esker — Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes (1984)

A British aristocrat and expedition associate who represents colonial and exploitative interests. He clashes with Tarzan over control and authority in both Africa and London.

Harry — Sexy Beast (2001)

Harry is the chairman of the bank targeted by Teddy Bass's robbery. Teddy learned about the bank vault from Harry after meeting him at an orgy, and later visits Harry's home with Gal, where he shoots him while demanding that Gal reveal Don Logan's whereabouts.

King George V — W.E. (2011)

King George V is Edward's father and the reigning monarch who encounters Wallis when Edward introduces her to his parents. His presence represents the royal family and the institutional world that Edward risks abandoning because of his relationship with Wallis.

Career Overview

James Fox has 91 screen credits in a career dating back to 1950. Their work spans 11 cinematic universes — most prominently The Souvenir Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Prince & Me, Runners. 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
91
Birth Date
1939-05-19
Birth Place
London, England, UK

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Universe traveler — spans 11 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q310012), public domain (CC0).