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Acting
Alastair Sim
Alastair Sim is best known for Play for Today, Film '72, Misleading Cases and Cold Comfort Farm. Alastair Sim was born on October 9, 1900. Alastair Sim died on August 19, 1976 at the age of 75.
- Born
- October 9, 1900
- Place of birth
- Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
- Died
- August 19, 1976 (75 years old)
Biography
Alastair George Bell Sim, CBE (9 October 1900 – 19 August 1976) was a Scottish character actor who appeared in a string of classic British films. He is best remembered in the role of Ebenezer Scrooge in the 1951 film Scrooge, and for his portrayal of Miss Fritton, the headmistress in two St. Trinian's films. He was famously described by comedian Ronnie Corbett as a "sad-faced actor, with the voice of a fastidious ghoul", in Corbett's autobiography High Hopes.
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Known for
Filmography
- 1971Film '72Self
- 1970Play for Today
- 1968Cold Comfort FarmAmos Starkadder
- 1967Misleading CasesMr Swallow
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Alastair Sim been in?
Alastair Sim is best known for Play for Today, Film '72, Misleading Cases and Cold Comfort Farm.
When was Alastair Sim born?
Alastair Sim was born on October 9, 1900. (Edinburgh, Scotland, UK)
How old is Alastair Sim?
Alastair Sim died on August 19, 1976 at the age of 75.
Updated: October 25, 2026 ·