Alan Napier

Biography

Alan Napier (born Alan William Napier-Clavering) was an English actor. After a decade in London West End theatres, he had a long film career first in Britain and then in Hollywood. He eventually became widely known for portraying Alfred the butler in the 1960s live-action Batman television series.

Known For

The Sword in the Stone

as Sir Pellinore (voice)

My Fair Lady

as Gentleman Escorting Eliza to the Queen (uncredited)

Marnie

as Mr. Rutland

Batman

as Alfred

The Twilight Zone

as Capt. Protheroe

Cat People

as Doc Carver (uncredited)

Batman

as Alfred

Journey to the Center of the Earth

as Dean

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

as Sir Everett

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

as Wilfred - the Recording Angel