Alec Clunes: Alec Clunes. Actor: Quentin Durward. In the 1940s and 50s, there were few greater classical actors in Britain than Alec Clunes. Born into a show business family, he began his career with Ben Greet's company and, later, he worked at the Old Vic Theatre. He played numerous Shakespearian roles and, in 1942, took over the Arts Theatre in London where he remained until 1950. Among the plays he presented were...
Known For: Quentin Durward (Charles, Duke of Burgundy), Richard III (The Lord Hastings), The Buccaneers (Gov. Woodes Rogers), BBC Sunday-Night Theatre (Dr. SloperHam CarveThomas Mendip)