Basil Clarke, a renowned actor, entered the world on September 26, 1913, in the bustling Hackney district of London, England, United Kingdom. As the years went by, he would go on to carve out a successful career in the entertainment industry, leaving an indelible mark on the world of cinema. Some of his most notable roles include appearances in Muriel's Wedding, released in 1994, the 2000 film Old Man, and the 1988 comedy classic Young Einstein. In his personal life, Basil Clarke was married to the lovely Hilary Frances Clarke, with whom he shared a deep and abiding love. Unfortunately, Basil's time on this earth came to an end on November 28, 2004, in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, where he had made his home in his later years.
Personal Details
BornSep 26, 1913 Hackney, London, England, UK
Biography
Career
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1999

Praise as Footless Old Man
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1998

Babe: Pig in the City as Doctor
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1997

Oscar and Lucinda as Elderly Parishoner
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1994

Muriel's Wedding as Funeral Priest
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1992

Resistance as Starkweather
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1989

Kiss the Night as George
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The Blood of Heroes as Red City Overlord
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1988

Young Einstein as Charles Darwin
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Touch the Sun: Peter & Pompey as Mr. McHugh
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1984

Where the Green Ants Dream as Judge Blackburn
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Tale of a Tiger as Jacko
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1979

My Brilliant Career as Butler
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1976

The Moon Over the Alley as Mr. Deray
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1972

Lovebox as Old Man
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The Edwardians as W.J.B. Odhams
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Henry VIII and His Six Wives as Abbot
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1971

Play for Today as Mr. Old
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1970