Esmond Knight
Actor
- Born
- May 4, 1906, East Sheen, Surrey, England
- Died
- February 23, 1987
- Age
- 80 years old
- Zodiac
- Taurus
- Total works
- 62 movies, 52 TV shows
- Latest work
- Fortunes of War (1987)
- Genres
- Drama
Esmond Knight was an English actor who had a notable career despite facing significant challenges, including blindness. His acting journey began in the early 20th century and spanned over fifty years. He appeared in the 1947 film Black Narcissus and portrayed the captain of the HMS Prince of Wales in the 1960 movie Sink the Bismarck! Additionally, he starred as Professor Ernest Reinhart in the 1961 science fiction series A for Andromeda. Knight's life was marked by resilience, as he regained some sight after being totally blind for two years following injuries sustained during World War II. He also authored an autobiography titled Seeking The Bubble in 1943.
