Lord Attenborough died at lunchtime on Sunday after a long battle with poor-health.
Among his most famous works include the biographical epic Gandhi and dinosaur thriller Jurassic Park.
Prime Minister David Cameron paid tribute to the entertainment icon.
In a statement he said: "His acting in Brighton Rock was brilliant, his directing of Gandhi was stunning – Richard Attenborough was one of the greats of cinema."
Lord Attenborough clinched eight Oscars for Gandhi, including best film and best director.