Fred Griffiths (actor)

Fred Griffiths (1912-1994) was a British actor known primarily for his work as a character actor in film and television. He often played Cockney characters, working-class men, and background roles like pub landlords, market traders, and doormen. His career spanned several decades, with appearances in a large number of British productions.

Griffiths frequently appeared uncredited or in minor roles, but he was a familiar face on British screens. Some of his notable film credits include The Lavender Hill Mob (1951), Passport to Pimlico (1949), The Ladykillers (1955), Carry On Sergeant (1958), A Night to Remember (1958), and Alfie (1966).

On television, he appeared in popular series such as The Saint, Z-Cars, Dixon of Dock Green, Steptoe and Son, Dad's Army, The Sweeney, and Minder. His consistent presence across various genres and decades made him a recognizable figure in British entertainment.