Richard O'Sullivan
Actor · Since 1963
Known for
Fame aside, Richard O'Sullivan is above all a career actor who has spent far more time working than being talked about. 9 was the age at the first credit. 73 years of work add up to around 44 titles. his Pharaoh Ptolemy XIII in 'Cleopatra' is the best-remembered role on the list.
Richard O'Sullivan
Actor · Since 1963
29 Movies · 15 Series
Fame aside, Richard O'Sullivan is above all a career actor who has spent far more time working than being talked about. 9 was the age at the first credit. 73 years of work add up to around 44 titles. his Pharaoh Ptolemy XIII in 'Cleopatra' is the best-remembered role on the list.
Movies
Plays Pharaoh Ptolemy XIII
Cleopatra
1963
Plays George Ransley
Dr. Syn, Alias the Scarecrow
1963
Plays Nevil
A Dandy in Aspic
1968
Plays Lawson, The Angel Hill Kids
It's Great to be Young!
1956
Plays Thomas Holland
The Dark Avenger
1955
Plays Richard
Father Dear Father
1973
Plays Peter
The Haunted House of Horror
1969
Plays Robin Stevens
Carry On Teacher
1959
Plays Jimmy Dainty
Every Day's a Holiday
1965
Plays Stephen
Au Pair Girls
1972
Plays Jimmy Webster
The Webster Boy
1962
Plays Robin Tripp
Man About the House
1974
Plays Ernest
The Young Ones
1961
Plays William
No Time for Tears
1957
Plays Mr. Rose
Can You Keep It Up for a Week?
1975
Plays Peter
Dance Little Lady
1954
Plays Child Jacques
The Green Scarf
1954
Plays Edward
Wonderful Life
1964
Plays Michael McNeil, Jacqueline's Brother
Jacqueline
1956
Plays The Boots
Futtocks End
1970
Plays Fred Harkness
Spare the Rod
1961
Plays Roger Court
The Stranger's Hand
1954
Plays Louis XVII / Richard de Beauvais
Dangerous Exile
1957
Plays Don Theobald
Witness in the Dark
1959
Plays Charlie as a Boy
Make Me an Offer!
1954
Plays John Martin
The Secret
1955
TV Shows
Plays Simon Harrap
Me & My Girl
1984
Plays Robin Tripp
Robin's Nest
1977
Plays Dr. Lawrence Bingham
Doctor in Charge
1972
Plays Robin Tripp
Man About the House
1973
Plays Dick Turpin
Dick Turpin
1979
Plays Dr. Bingham
Doctor at Large
1971
Plays Herbert Pocket
Great Expectations
1967
Plays Hugo
The Wonderful World of Disney
1954
Plays Will Dale
The Adventures of Robin Hood
1955
Plays Christopher Tenterden
The Wednesday Play
1964
Plays Roger
Colonel March of Scotland Yard
1956
Plays Perk
Strange Report
1969
Plays Whiteley
Play for Today
1970
Plays Cris Patros
Dixon of Dock Green
1955
Plays Michael Barnes
BBC Play of the Month
1965
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Me & My Girl
Simon Harrap · 52 episodes
1984–
Dick Turpin
Dick Turpin · 31 episodes
1979–
Robin's Nest
Robin Tripp · 48 episodes
1977–
Can You Keep It Up for a Week?
Mr. Rose
1975
Man About the House
Robin Tripp
1974
Man About the House
Robin Tripp · 39 episodes
1973–
Father Dear Father
Richard
1973
Au Pair Girls
Stephen
1972
Doctor in Charge
Dr. Lawrence Bingham · 43 episodes
1972–
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Richard O'Sullivan still alive?
Richard O'Sullivan passed away on September 4, 2026 at age 82.
What are the most famous roles of Richard O'Sullivan?
Richard O'Sullivan is best known for roles in Cleopatra, The Nun's Story, Carry On Teacher.
How many movies has Richard O'Sullivan been in?
Over a 73-year career (since 1953), Richard O'Sullivan has appeared in 29 movies and 14 TV shows.
What was Richard O'Sullivan's first movie?
The career of Richard O'Sullivan began with The Yellow Balloon (1953).
What is Richard O'Sullivan's most recent movie or series?
Richard O'Sullivan's most recent release is Romeo!, which premiered on September 13, 2003.
What TV shows has Richard O'Sullivan appeared in?
On television, Richard O'Sullivan has appeared in The Wonderful World of Disney, Man About the House, The Adventures of Robin Hood, Sherlock Holmes.
Richard O'Sullivan
1944-05-07 · Chiswick, London, England, UK
Richard O'Sullivan (7 May 1944 – 4 September 2026) was an English actor known for his roles in popular TV sitcoms such as "Man About the House" and its spin-off "Robin's Nest". He was active in the entertainment industry from the early 1950s until the late 1990s, also appearing in films like "Cleopatra".