James Mason
Acting
🎂 1909-05-15
James Neville Mason, known as James Mason, was an accomplished English actor who made a significant impact on both British and American cinema. He was born on May 15, 1909, in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England, and passed away on July 27, 1984, in Lausanne, Switzerland. Mason's acting career began in the 1930s, where he initially gained recognition for his stage performances in London's West End. He made his film debut in 1935 with the British film "Late Extra," marking the start of his illustrious on-screen journey. Throughout his career, Mason showcased his exceptional acting abilities, often portraying complex and morally ambiguous characters. His commanding presence, distinctive voice, and versatile range allowed him to effortlessly transition between genres, from dramas to thrillers and even period pieces. One of Mason's most acclaimed performances came in 1945 when he starred as the troubled and enigmatic Johnny McQueen in the film "Odd Man Out." His portrayal of the wounded Irish nationalist earned him widespread praise and established him as a respected leading man. Mason's notable filmography includes memorable roles in films such as "The Wicked Lady" (1945), "Pandora and the Flying Dutchman" (1951), "A Star Is Born" (1954), "North by Northwest" (1959), and "Lolita" (1962). His ability to bring depth, sophistication, and complexity to his characters captivated audiences and garnered critical acclaim. Beyond his film career, Mason also dabbled in producing and directing. He co-produced and starred in the acclaimed film "A Star Is Born," showcasing his multifaceted talent and creative vision. Throughout his life, Mason was recognized with numerous awards and nominations, including three Academy Award nominations for Best Actor. He was highly regarded by his peers and critics alike for his impeccable craft and his ability to elevate any production he was a part of.
Cast credits(180)
Self
1962
Self
1961
Dr. Maxwell Becker
1961
Warren Barrow
1962
Self
1948
Self
1950
Self - Panelist
1950
Self
1962
Self - Host
1950
Joseph of Arimathea
1977
Self
1950
Self - Guest
1956
Henry Chambers
1959
Prof. Humbert Humbert
1962
Phillip Vandamm
1959
Otto Hoffman
1966
Self (archive footage)
2013
Richard K. Straker
1979
The Derelict
1962
Captain Nemo
1954
Self
1957
Self
1971
Odell Gardener
1982
Eduard Seibert
1978
Sir Oliver S. Lindenbrook
1959
1957
Warren Maxwell
1975
Timonides
1964
Mr. Jordan
1978
Self
1967
Norman Maine
1954
Oberst Brandt
1977
Dr. Watson
1979
Ed Concannon
1982
Tiberius
1985
Self - Narrator
1980
General Count von Klugermann
1966
Isaac of York
1982
Francisco Paco Montero
1971
Sir Alec Nichols
1979
Kam Ling
1965
Gustave Flaubert
1949
Charles Dobbs
1967
Sir Brack
1954
Brutus
1953
Self
1982
Larry Quinada
1949
Professor Bergson
1979
Gentleman Brown
1965
Brandon Bourne
1949
Hendrik van der Zee
1951
Captain Ross
1970
Field Marshal Erwin Rommel
1951
Paul Delville
1961
Captain Hughes
1983
Jacques Brizard
1974
Wayne Sebastian
1953
Narrator (voice)
1983
Self (archive footage)
1995
Self (archive footage)
2019
Gen. Edward Braddock
1984
Dr. John Polidori
1974
John Sawyer
1967
Dr. Juan Remos
1976
Franz Joseph I of Austria
1968
Field Marshal Erwin von Rommel
1953
Magwitch
1974
Dr. John Polidori
1973
Captain Vialez
1951
Self - Host
1951
Edward Carson
1960
Y.Y. Go
1970
Sir George Wheeler
1973
Admiral Brindsen
1980
Self (archive)
2009
Rupert of Hentzau
1952
(archive footage)
1965
Captain Blayne
1963
Pascal Regnier
1965
Ulysses Diello
1952
Sir Randolph Nettleby
1985
Lord Rohan
1943
Charles Calvert
1968
Bradley Morahan
1969
Jacob Weber
1962
James Leamington
1966
Raoul de Carnot
1942
Mr. Grimes / Voice of Killer Shark
1978
Jim Molner
1958
The Refrigerator (voice)
1952
Dr. Frank Matson
1950
Self / Odell Gardener
1982
Vianisi
1976
Ed Avery
1956
Capt. Paul Gilbert
1952
Rafe Crompton
1970
Martin Donnelly
1949
Captain Brett Aimsley
1962
The Captain
1952
Ernst Furben
1975
Ivo Kern
1953
Charles D. Watts
1974
Self
1983
Bishop Nicolini
1985
Narrator
1953
Charles Coutray
1953
Bob Conway
1964
Trigorin
1968
Filippini
1975
Robert Leyland
1937
Johnson
1962
Philip
1973
Alan Hamilton
1971
Narrator
1971
Hillary Vane
1937
Cmdr. Max Easton
1960
Demon
1983
Tom Tulliver
1937
Narrator
1973
Alan Thurston
1944
Chief of Police
1976
The Guardian Angel
1956
Self
1967
Maxim de Winter
1962
Self (archive footage)
2000
Christian de Neuvillette
1938
Stephen Deremid
1942
Johnny McQueen
1947
Michael Joyce
1947
George Engels
1982
Mark Warrow
1939
Capt. Heverell
1937
Maxwell Fleury
1957
Streeter
1942
Dr. Fischer
1984
Jean Tallien
1937
Peter Vadassy
1944
Narrator - English version
1977
Jerome Malley
1972
Nicholas Cunningham
1945
Avv. Antonio Bellocampo
1975
Lord Manderstoke
1944
Narrator
1973
Larry
1936
Ted Robbins
1943
Narrator
1971
Henry Smedhurst
1945
The Murderer / Maj. Linden / Jonah Watson
1953
Presentor
1983
The Father
1983
Jimmy Del Palma
1952
Geoffrey Lee
1945
Richard Francis Heritage
1943
Jim Martin
1935
Captain Jerry Jackson
1945
John Brown
1960
'Bunny' Barnes
1936
Dr. Renwick
1942
Cyril Sahib
1975
John Merriman
1936
Senatore Leandri
1975
Edward Luton
1939
Self
1984
Henry Hamilton
1936
Stephen Neville
1936
Mick Cardby
1941
Archival Footage
2012
Darrell Blake
1938
Capt. Edwin Rummill
1958
Andre Laurent
1942
Jafar Qoli (voice)
1976
Himself - Narrator
1968
Robert Patch
1939
Self
1972
Narrator
1981
Himself
1954
Valere - In love with Elise
1939
Narrator
1982
Narrator
1971
Narrator
1972
