Charles Rea was an English actor who is best known for The Ipcress File, No Hiding Place, and Softly Softly. Born on January 8, 1923, in Nottingham, England, he had a prominent career in film and television. He passed away on March 17, 1992, in Hampstead, London.
Personal and Family Life
Charles Rea was married to Felicity Peel in 1962, and together they had two children. He maintained a relatively private personal life away from the public eye. While he enjoyed a successful acting career, details about his early life and family remain limited.
Death and Legacy
Rea died on March 17, 1992, in Hampstead, London. His contributions to film and television left a mark, with several notable performances that audiences still remember today. Rea’s legacy lives on through his work in classic British cinema and television series.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| A Tap on the Shoulder | 1965-01-06 | Policeman |
| VOTE, VOTE, VOTE for Nigel Barton | 1965-12-15 | Pedestrian |
| The Ipcress File | 1965-03-18 | Taylor |
| The High Game | 1970-08-03 | Antrim |
| A Man without Friends | 1972-10-25 | Jim |
| Hunter’s Walk | 1973-06-04 | PC Harry Coombes |
| The Saint | 1962-10-04 | Jack |
| Minder | 1979-10-29 | Spriggs |
| All Creatures Great and Small | 1978-01-08 | Mr. Potts |
| Public Eye | 1965-01-23 | Harry Haines |
| Bergerac | 1981-10-18 | Farmer |