Neal Arden (born Arthur Neal Aiston; 27 December 1909 – 4 June 2014) was an English-born actor and writer who appeared in films, television shows, theatre productions and radio programs. He was born in Fulham, London.
In 1928, Arden moved to Southern Rhodesia and served in the British South Africa Police (BSAP). Two years later, he returned to Great Britain to pursue an acting career. His screen debut came in the 1934 film version of Princess Charming. Other films include "Pimpernel" Smith, John Wesley and The Shakedown. He also worked in television, appearing in series like Ivanhoe and Z-Cars. Arden's most notable role was on the BBC radio show Housewives' Choice, as a host for 20 years from 1946. His last acting credit was in 1977.
Later life Arden also wrote plays and songs. In 2002 he collaborated with lyricist Eddie Lewisohn on an album of songs which were recorded by Paul Hazel. In 2005, he published his autobiography called A Man of Many Parts. In 2003 he retired to East Anglia with his wife Julia. Arden died on 4 June 2014.
Filmography Year Title Role Notes1934 Princess Charming Minor Role Uncredited1935 The Public Life of Henry the Ninth Minor Role Uncredited1936 Nothing Like Publicity 1938 Life of St. Paul Paul 1939 The Four Just Men Uncredited1941 "Pimpernel" Smith Second Prisoner 1942 The Young Mr. Pitt Minor Role Uncredited1949 Train of Events The Compere (segment "The Composer")1953 The Straw Man O'Brien 1954 John Wesley William Holland 1954 Souls in Conflict Frank 1958 The Man Who Wouldn't Talk Uncredited1959 The Giant Behemoth TV Newscaster Uncredited1960 The Shakedown Harry Bowers 1961 The Frightened City Head Waiter-Taboo Club 1964 The Third Secret Mr. Morgan 1964 Night Train to Paris Insp. Escalier 1964 Delayed Flight Hicks 1969 The Assassination Bureau 'La Belle Amie' Client Uncredited1969 The Best House in London Dr. Livingstone
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