Patrick Troughton

Born: 1920-03-25

Birthplace: Mill Hill, London, England, UK

Biography

Patrick George Troughton (25 March 1920 – 28 March 1987) was an English actor. He was classically trained for the stage but became most widely known for his roles in television and film. His work included appearances in several fantasy, science fiction and horror films, and playing the second incarnation of the Doctor in the long-running British science-fiction television series Doctor Who from 1966 to 1969; he reprised the role in 1972-1973, 1983 and 1985.

Known For

The Omen
Jason and the Argonauts
Doctor Who: The Day of the Doctor
The Red Shoes
Treasure Island
Doctor Who: The Husbands of River Song
Hamlet
Sinbad and the Eye of the Tiger
1984
Scars of Dracula

Top Movie Credits

The Omen Father Brennan
Doctor Who: The Day of the Doctor The Doctor (2) (archive footage)
The Red Shoes BBC Radio Announcer (voice)
Doctor Who: The Husbands of River Song The Doctor (2) (picture) (uncredited)
Hamlet Player King
1984 Man on Telescreen (uncredited)