Alan Napier

Born: 1903-01-07

Birthplace: Kings Norton, Birmingham, England, UK

Biography

Alan Napier (born Alan William Napier-Clavering) was an English actor. After a decade in London West End theatres, he had a long film career first in Britain and then in Hollywood. He eventually became widely known for portraying Alfred the butler in the 1960s live-action Batman television series.

Known For

Mary Poppins
The Sword in the Stone
Batman
My Fair Lady
Julius Caesar
Journey to the Center of the Earth
Fiesta
Unconquered
Marnie
36 Hours

Top Movie Credits

Mary Poppins Huntsman/Reporter #3/Hound (voice) (uncredited)
The Sword in the Stone Sir Pellinore (voice)
Batman Alfred
My Fair Lady Gentleman Escorting Eliza to the Queen (uncredited)
Julius Caesar Cicero
Journey to the Center of the Earth Dean
Fiesta The Tourist
Unconquered Sir William Johnson
Marnie Mr. Rutland
36 Hours Col. Peter MacLean