Richardson Ian

Ian Richardson (7 April 1934 – 9 February 2007)

Born in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, Ian Richardson was a renowned Scottish actor whose career spanned stage, film and television.

Biographical overview

Richardson trained and worked for decades in British theatre before achieving international recognition on screen. He became one of Britain’s most celebrated television performers, renowned for his poised presence, precise delivery, and the unsettling charisma he brought to complex characters.

Career highlights

• Television: Best known for his portrayal of Francis Urquhart, the crafty Conservative politician, in the BBC political thriller House of Cards (1990) and its sequels To Play the King (1992) and The Final Cut (1995).
• Stage: A prolific stage actor with the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre, noted for a wide range of classical and contemporary roles.
• Film and other screen work: Appeared in numerous British films and television dramas, contributing a distinctive gravitas to each role.

News, tributes and public reception

Richardson passed away on 9 February 2007. His death prompted tributes in major outlets and retrospectives celebrating his contributions to British theatre and television. His Urquhart performances remain a landmark in political drama on screen.

Public profile, social media and online presence

There are no verified official social media profiles for Ian Richardson. Some fan pages or tribute groups may exist on various platforms, but they are not official representations of the actor and may not be consistently updated.

Recent projects and legacy

As a performer who died in 2007, Richardson did not have posthumous new productions in contemporary terms. His legacy endures through DVD releases, streaming of his past work, and ongoing critical discussion of his most famous roles, particularly the Urquhart performances in House of Cards.