Russell Napier

Russell Napier was born in Perth, Western Australia. Originally a lawyer, Napier was active as an actor on the stage as early as 1936; on the screen, from 1947 to 1974, playing both comedic and dramatic roles in both cinema and television. Notably, he starred in a liveBBC television production of H.

G. Wells' The Time Machine in 1949; still photographs of this production exist, but no actual footage.

Russell Napier is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 26 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Man in the Middle (1964), Robbery Under Arms (1957), UFO (1970), New Scotland Yard (1972), Justice (1971), Man in a Suitcase (1967), Wire Service (1956), The Human Jungle (1963). The recorded credits span 1952 to 1972, including 18 movies and 8 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.