Richard Wattis, born in 1912, was an English actor celebrated for his comedic roles in British cinema. He is best known for his performances in Casino Royale (1967) and The Abominable Snowman (1957), where his signature thick-rimmed glasses added to his memorable screen presence. Wattis often portrayed characters like Manton Bassett in the St Trinian's films, embodying the quintessential civil servant with a humorous twist. His contributions to cult classics such as Lady Godiva Rides Again (1951) and The Alphabet Murders (1965) solidify his status in the realm of exploitation and comedy.
Games That Lovers Play
Mrs Hill and Lady Evelyn Chatterley are two competing brothel madames, in 1920s London, who place a bet over whose girl turns the best tricks. Hill s girl Fanny (Joanna Lumley) attempts to seduce a portly bishop, while Lady Evelyn s girl (Penny Brahms) takes a drag queen to bed! When the results prove inconclusive the madames randomly select a name from the phone book. The lucky punter turns out to be a staid wine seller, played by a bespectacled Richard Wattis, who seems to be enjoying his close proximity to so much female flesh! Only he can decide who has the best talents !
