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Hugh Cross
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Hugh Cross

1925 – 1989 · London, England, UK · Active 1943–1984

Hugh Cross delivers a compelling performance in Svengali (1954), where he embodies the intricate dynamics of obsession and manipulation. Set against the backdrop of the music world, his role adds a layer of depth to the film's exploration of power and influence. Though little is known about his career, Cross's contribution to this cult classic solidifies his place in the conversation surrounding exploitation cinema. Svengali remains a noteworthy entry in the genre, and Cross's performance is a key element of its enduring appeal.

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Svengali

Svengali

1954 ★ 6.0
as Dubose

The story of a genius who hypnotizes an artist's model into becoming a great concert singer, and how she escapes from his influence only by his death.

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Filmography

33 credits
1980s 3 credits
1984
The Road to 1984 as Richard Blair (Snr)
Movie ★ 7.0
1984
Mr. Palfrey of Westminster as Society President
TV ★ 5.7
1980
TV ★ 7.2
1970s 6 credits
1979
Tales of the Unexpected as Police Doctor
TV ★ 6.8
1974
Footsteps as Doctor
Movie ★ 7.0
1972
TV ★ 7.1
1972
TV ★ 4.5
1972
New Scotland Yard as Richard Austin, MP
TV ★ 6.3
1960s 14 credits
1969
TV ★ 8.3
1969
The Flaxton Boys as Archie Weekes
TV ★ 6.0
1968
Who Pays? as Chief Supt. Baldwin
Movie
1967
Pride and Prejudice as Mr. Gardiner
TV ★ 8.0
1965
BBC Play of the Month as Sir Francis Getliffe
TV ★ 5.3
1965
Orlando as Insp. Hersch
TV ★ 8.0
1964
TV ★ 8.0
1964
Victoria Regina as Dr. Stanley
TV ★ 10.0
1964
Theatre 625 as Edward Drayford
TV ★ 7.2
1963
The Human Jungle as Inspector Riley
TV ★ 8.2
1963
The Desperate People as Detective Inspector Hyde
TV ★ 7.5
1961
Movie ★ 7.0
1961
Movie ★ 6.5
1961
The Avengers as Captain Andrews
TV ★ 7.8
1950s 6 credits
1959
TV ★ 4.8
1955
TV ★ 6.4
1954
Svengali as Dubose
Movie ★ 6.1
1951
Movie ★ 7.0
1950
Seven Days to Noon as Stephen Lane
Movie ★ 6.8
1950
Spring-Heeled Jack as Captain Bertram Wraydon
Movie
1940s 4 credits
1949
Movie ★ 6.5
1948
William Comes to Town as Robert Brown
Movie ★ 9.0
1947
Just William's Luck as Robert Brown
Movie ★ 7.8
1943
Millions Like Us as Man at Dance Hall
Movie ★ 5.6