Mark Lenard

Mark Lenard appeared in several notable films during a career that spanned science fiction genres. Lenard portrayed the Klingon Captain in Star Trek: The Motion Picture. In Star Trek III: The Search for Spock, Lenard took on the role of Ambassador Sarek. Lenard reprised the character of Sarek in Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country. Lenard also appeared in Back to the Planet of the Apes as Urko.

Born in Chicago, Illinois, Lenard worked primarily in film acting. Lenard’s credits reflect a focus on genre cinema, particularly science fiction. Lenard’s performances included alien and authoritative figures across different productions. Lenard died in November 1996.