Roy Kinnear
Roy Mitchell Kinnear (January 8, 1934 – September 20, 1988) was a celebrated English character actor and comedian, renowned for his distinctive roles in film and television. Kinnear gained widespread recognition for his performance as Henry Salt in the beloved 1971 movie "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory." He showcased his talent alongside The Beatles in the 1965 film "Help!" as Algernon, and delivered memorable performances in "How I Won the War" (1967) as Clapper and as Planchet in the 1973 adaptation of "The Three Musketeers." Kinnear's portrayal of Planchet was so iconic that he reprised this role in both the 1974 sequel and the 1989 continuation of the series. Tragically, his life was cut short when he passed away due to an accident while filming the latter project. Kinnear's legacy endures through his timeless performances, which continue to resonate with audiences today.
Filmography
Heavens Above!
If You Go Down in the Woods Today
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
The Princess and the Goblin
The Return of the Musketeers
Help!
The Deadly Affair
On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
Herbie Goes to Monte Carlo
The Boys in Blue
Eskimo Nell
Scrooge (1970)
The Four Musketeers
Watership Down
The Hound of the Baskervilles (1978)
Pirates
The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes' Smarter Brother
Juggernaut
Taste the Blood of Dracula
The Last Remake of Beau Geste
Madame Sin
How I Won the War
Hammett
Not Now, Comrade
The Small World of Sammy Lee
The Bed Sitting Room
Hawk the Slayer
The Three Musketeers (1973)
Sparrows Can't Sing
The Pied Piper
The Hill
Return of the Ewok
Barry McKenzie Holds His Own
A Place to Go
That Was The Week That Was
George and Mildred
Ripping Yarns