James Hayter
James Hayter (23 April 1907 – 27 March 1983) was a British actor.
He was born in Lonavala, India, brought up in Scotland and died in Spain. His best remembered film roles include Friar Tuck in the 1952 film The Story of Robin Hood and His Merrie Men and Samuel Pickwick in The Pickwick Papers of the same year. His rotund appearance and fruity voice made him a natural choice for such roles.
A pupil of Dollar Academy, he became a graduate of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, his film caree
In the film Oliver!, he played Mr Jessop the book shop owner. He appeared in scenes when Dodger steals a gentleman's wallet outside the book shop and also when Oliver is in court charged with the robbery.
Hayter used to have a tree house in his back garden where he would retire of an evening to learn and practise his lines from his current script.
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Born
Apr 23, 1907
Lonavala, India
Died
Mar 27, 1983
Known For
Acting
Movies
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0 crew
Popularity
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Known For
Lawrence of Arabia
1962
as Sheik in Arab Council (uncredited)
Oliver!
1968
as Mr. Jessop
The Crimson Pirate
1952
as Prof. Prudence
The Blood on Satan's Claw
1971
as Squire Middleton
Land of the Pharaohs
1955
as Mikka
Night and the City
1950
as Figler (uncredited)
The Fallen Idol
1948
as Perry
Passport to Pimlico
1949
as Commissionaire
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