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(181)
Self
1962
Self
1962
Self
1948
Self
1961
Self
1950
Self - Panelist
1950
Self
1967
Dr. Maxwell Becker
1961
Warren Barrow
1962
Self
1957
Self
1950
Self - Guest
1956
The Derelict
1962
Joseph of Arimathea
1977
Henry Chambers
1959
1957
Dr. John Polidori
1973
Self (archive footage)
2013
Self - Narrator
1980
Self - Host
1950
Richard K. Straker
1979
Tiberius
1985
Vianisi
1976
Otto Hoffman
1966
Wayne Sebastian
1953
Prof. Humbert Humbert
1962
Self
1971
Ed Concannon
1982
Phillip Vandamm
1959
Captain Vialez
1951
Self - Host
1951
Captain Nemo
1954
Gen. Edward Braddock
1984
Sir Oliver S. Lindenbrook
1959
Timonides
1964
Self
1967
Oberst Brandt
1977
Narrator
1971
Narrator (voice)
1983
Captain Hughes
1983
Norman Maine
1954
Odell Gardener
1982
Brutus
1953
Warren Maxwell
1975
Mr. Jordan
1978
Eduard Seibert
1978
Francisco Paco Montero
1971
Captain Ross
1970
Kam Ling
1965
Hillary Vane
1937
Dr. Watson
1979
Charles Dobbs
1967
Isaac of York
1982
Gentleman Brown
1965
Professor Bergson
1979
Field Marshal Erwin von Rommel
1953
General Count von Klugermann
1966
Sir George Wheeler
1973
Field Marshal Erwin Rommel
1951
Gustave Flaubert
1949
Philip
1973
Ed Avery
1956
Admiral Brindsen
1980
Martin Donnelly
1949
Narrator
1971
Dr. Juan Remos
1976
Hendrik van der Zee
1951
Sir Alec Nichols
1979
Sir Brack
1954
Franz Joseph I of Austria
1968
Ulysses Diello
1952
Rupert of Hentzau
1952
Larry Quinada
1949
Jim Molner
1958
Jacques Brizard
1974
Johnny McQueen
1947
Bradley Morahan
1969
Charles Coutray
1953
Ivo Kern
1953
Self
1982
Peter Vadassy
1944
Charles D. Watts
1974
Prosecutor
1976
Jerome Malley
1972
Lord Rohan
1943
Michael Joyce
1947
Bob Conway
1964
Pascal Regnier
1965
Maxwell Fleury
1957
George Engels
1982
Raoul de Carnot
1942
Stephen Deremid
1942
Johnson
1962
Tom Tulliver
1937
Edward Carson
1960
Filippini
1975
Self (archive footage)
2019
James Leamington
1966
Magwitch
1974
Captain Jerry Jackson
1945
The Guardian Angel
1956
Mr. Grimes / Voice of Killer Shark
1978
Charles Calvert
1968
Cmdr. Max Easton
1960
Self (archive footage)
2000
Nicholas Cunningham
1945
Lord Manderstoke
1944
Ernst Furben
1975
Bishop Nicolini
1985
Capt. Paul Gilbert
1952
Streeter
1942
Self (archive footage)
1995
John Sawyer
1967
Trigorin
1968
Geoffrey Lee
1945
Alan Thurston
1944
The Captain
1952
Y.Y. Go
1970
Richard Francis Heritage
1943
Henry Smedhurst
1945
Narrator
1953
Dr. John Polidori
1974
Brandon Bourne
1949
Alan Hamilton
1971
Demon
1983
Self
1983
Jacob Weber
1962
Rafe Crompton
1970
Jimmy Del Palma
1952
Cyril Sahib
1975
Dr. Frank Matson
1950
Captain Brett Aimsley
1962
(archive footage)
1965
Sir Randolph Nettleby
1985
Ted Robbins
1943
The Murderer / Maj. Linden / Jonah Watson
1953
Captain Blayne
1963
Henry Hamilton
1936
Self / Odell Gardener
1982
Capt. Heverell
1937
Dr. Renwick
1942
Jean Tallien
1937
Dr. Fischer
1984
Robert Leyland
1937
Self (archive)
2009
Capt. Edwin Rummill
1958
Self
1984
'Bunny' Barnes
1936
Avv. Antonio Bellocampo
1975
Narrator
1981
Christian de Neuvillette
1938
Senatore Leandri
1975
Robert Patch
1939
Himself - Narrator
1968
Jim Martin
1935
Himself
1954
Paul Delville
1961
Narrator
1973
Maxim de Winter
1962
Narrator
1971
Mick Cardby
1941
John Brown
1960
Andre Laurent
1942
Presentor
1983
Narrator
1972
Mark Warrow
1939
Narrator - English version
1977
Self (archive footage)
2011
Narrator
1973
Darrell Blake
1938
The Refrigerator (voice)
1952
Narrator
1982
John Merriman
1936
Valere - In love with Elise
1939
Archival Footage
2012
Larry
1936
Stephen Neville
1936
The Father
1983
Edward Luton
1939
Self
1972
Jafar Qoli (voice)
1976
