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Richard Thomas Griffiths (31 July 1947 – 28 March 2013) [1] [2] was an English actor. He was known for his portrayals of Vernon Dursley in the Harry Potter films (2001–2010), Uncle Monty in Withnail and I (1987), and Henry Crabbe in Pie in the Sky (1994–1997).
Richard Griffiths as DI Henry Crabbe, detective and restaurant owner. He is an astute detective, a lover of food, and a great cook. Maggie Steed as Margaret Crabbe, Henry's wife. She is an accountant and cares little for good food herself, but works in the restaurant and supports Henry's venture, as long as it makes a profit.
The series starred Richard Griffiths and Carole Nimmons as Henry and Anne Jay: Henry is a humble but highly computer-savvy civil servant who finds that he and his wife are drawn into an international conspiracy involving the mysterious Le Pouvoir organisation.
Harry's miserly uncle, Vernon Dursley, was played by Richard Griffiths in the film adaptations. Griffiths died from complications following heart surgery in March 2013. He was 65.
The film focuses on the trial of George Smith and flashbacks showing how he met each of his wives. Smith is married to his wife Edith. He often goes away on the pretext of business. Whilst he is away he meets wealthy women, marries them within a few weeks, insures their lives and then drowns them in the bath.
Richard Griffiths. Harry Melling as Dudley Dursley, Richard Griffiths as Vernon Dursley and Fiona Shaw as Petunia Dursley in "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone." - Warner Bros./Alamy Stock Photo.
Steed was active in the Campaign Against Racism in the Media. She appeared in an edition of the BBC's Open Door series on 1 March 1979 (with the academic Stuart Hall) entitled "It Ain't Half Racist, Mum", criticising British television's discussion and representation of immigration and racial stereotypes.
Voiced by Richard Griffiths. Agatha — a novel writer and Archibald's wife. Voiced by Kate Robbins. Archduke — the mayor of the Koalaville and archduke of Rastepappe. He speaks with an English accent. He has the same voice as Nelson the Elephant from 64 Zoo Lane. Voiced by Keith Wickham. Jozette — Archduke's wife. She speaks with a ...