Personal Info
George Hilsdon
Acting
Biography
Prolific and ubiquitous British background player George Hilsdon was born on April 25, 1907 in West Ham, London, England. Hilsdon first began appearing in films in often uncredited minor roles in the mid-1940's. A burly fellow with a gruff face and receding silver gray hair, George was frequently cast as policemen, news vendors, or security guards. Hilsdon died at age 75 on May 28, 1982 in Essex, England. Predeceased by his wife Ivy Lilian Benge, he was survived by two children.
Known For
Filmography
Movies
Better Late Than Never
as Butler
An American Werewolf in London
as News-Vendor
Sunday Lovers
as Hotel receptionist (segment "An Englishman's Home") (as George Hillsden)
Carry On Behind
as Man in Audience (uncredited)
Carry On Dick
as Churchgoer (uncredited)
The Ruling Class
as Lord (uncredited)
Bless This House
as Policeman Outside Magistrates Court (uncredited)
The Abominable Dr. Phibes
Dad's Army
as Townsman (uncredited)
10 Rillington Place
