Douglas Rain
Mar 13, 1928 — Nov 11, 2018 (90 years)
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
6 Movies
2 Series
Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, Douglas Rain is an actor. 2001: A Space Odyssey remains one of their most celebrated performances, playing HAL 9000. Other notable titles in their filmography include 2010 and Sleeper. They have 6 films and 2 TV productions to their name, working mainly across genres like sci-fi, mystery, adventure.
90R.I.P.
6Movies
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Douglas Rain
6 Movies
2 Series
Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, Douglas Rain is an actor. 2001: A Space Odyssey remains one of their most celebrated performances, playing HAL 9000. Other notable titles in their filmography include 2010 and Sleeper. They have 6 films and 2 TV productions to their name, working mainly across genres like sci-fi, mystery, adventure.
90 R.I.P.
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6
Movies
2
Series
TV Shows
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2010
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Love & Larceny
Ashton Fletcher
1985
Film
2010
HAL 9000 (voice)
1984
Film
Sleeper
Bio Central Computer 2100, Series G (voice)
1973
Film
2001: A Space Odyssey
HAL 9000 (voice)
1968
Film
Henry V
King Henry V
1967
Film
BBC Play of the Month
Stephano
1968
TV
Oedipus Rex
Messenger
1957
Film
Folio
Jacob Schunk
1956
TV
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Douglas Rain still alive?
Douglas Rain passed away on November 11, 2018 at age 90.
What are the most famous roles of Douglas Rain?
Douglas Rain is best known for roles in 2001: A Space Odyssey, 2010, Sleeper.
How many movies has Douglas Rain been in?
Over a 64-year career (since 1954), Douglas Rain has appeared in 17 movies and 4 TV shows.
What was Douglas Rain's first movie?
The career of Douglas Rain began with The Stratford Adventure (1954).
What is Douglas Rain's most recent movie or series?
Douglas Rain's most recent release is LIFE BEYOND, which premiered on November 20, 2019.
What TV shows has Douglas Rain appeared in?
On television, Douglas Rain has appeared in BBC Play of the Month, No Price Too High, Folio, LIFE BEYOND.
Douglas Rain
1928-03-13 · Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Douglas Rain (March 13, 1928 - November 11, 2018) was a Canadian actor and narrator. He was primarily a stage actor, but his best known film role was as the voice of the HAL 9000 computer in 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) and its sequel 2010 (1984).
Rain was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He studied acting at the Banff School of Fine Arts in Banff, Alberta as well as in London at the Old Vic School. As a stage actor, his long association with the Stratford Festival of Canada that spans more than four decades. He has performed in many diverse roles on stage, most notably recognized for his performance at Stratford, Ontario in Henry V which was made into a television production in 1966.
Rain was also nominated for Broadway's 1972 Tony Award as Best Supporting or Featured Actor (Dramatic) for his performance in Vivat! Vivat Regina!