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Cyril Joseph Trimnell-Ritchard (1 December 1898 [2] – 18 December 1977), [1] known professionally as Cyril Ritchard, was an Australian stage, screen and television actor, and director. He is best remembered today for his performance as Captain Hook in the Mary Martin musical production of Peter Pan.
Cyril Ritchard (1897-1977) was an Australian-born actor, director and singer who starred in musicals, operas and TV shows. He is best known for playing Captain Hook in Peter Pan on stage and TV, and won awards for his roles in The Roar of the Greasepaint...the Smell of the Crowd and A Midsummer Night's Dream.
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- Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- January 1, 1
- Chicago, Illinois, USA
Learn about the life and career of Cyril Ritchard, a legendary Australian actor who played Captain Hook in Peter Pan and won a Tony Award for his performance. Find out his birth and death dates, family, awards, trivia and more on IMDb.
- December 1, 1897
- December 18, 1977
Dec 19, 1977 · Cyril Ritchard, the musical comedy star who suffered a heart attack on stage Nov. 25 during a matinee of “Side by Side by Sondheim,” in Chicago, died there of a cardiac arrest early yesterday ...
Jan 26, 2014 · MYSTERY GUEST: Cyril Ritchard [Australian actor/director, best remembered for his role as Captain Hook in the Mary Martin musical production of "Peter Pan"]P...
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With a diabolical glint in his eye, a razor-sharp edge to his voice, and an almost palpable delight in playing the villain, Cyril Ritchard was the quintessential Captain Hook in the musical Peter Pan.
Cyril Ritchard was a legendary musical star and villain who played Captain Hook in Peter Pan on stage and TV. He also appeared in films such as Blackmail, The Hobbit and Half a Sixpence.
