John Laurie

John Laurie

CountryUnited Kingdom United Kingdom
GenderMale
BirthdayMar 25, 1897
Death1980-06-23
BiographyJohn Paton Laurie (25 March 1897 – 23 June 1980) was a Scottish stage, film, and television actor. He appeared in scores of feature films with directors including Alfred Hitchcock, David Lean, Michael Powell and Laurence Olivier, generally playing memorable small or supporting roles. As a stage actor, he was cast in Shakespearean roles and was a speaker of verse, especially of Robert Burns. He is also well known for his role in the sitcom Dad's Army (1968–1977) as Private Frazer, a member of the Home Guard.

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Known For

Dad's Army
Ended

Dad's Army

as Pte. James Frazer

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