James Mason
Biography
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.
Known For
Acting
1954
asCaptain Nemo
1959
asPhillip Vandamm
1979
asSir Alec Nichols
1953
asIvo Kern
1962
asProf. Humbert Humbert
1974
asDr. John Polidori
1954
asNorman Maine
1982
asOdell Gardener
1977
asOberst Brandt
1965
asKam Ling
1958
asJim Molner
1981
asNarrator
1937
asHillary Vane
1965
asGentleman Brown
2000
asSelf (archive footage)
1972
asNarrator
1973
asNarrator
1959
asSir Oliver S. Lindenbrook
1982
asSelf / Odell Gardener
1984
asSelf
1983
asCaptain Hughes
1982
asEd Concannon
1978
asMr. Jordan
1951
asField Marshal Erwin Rommel
1973
asPhilip
1973
asSir George Wheeler
1956
asEd Avery
1979
asDr. John H. Watson
1978
asMr. Grimes / Voice of Killer Shark
1949
asMartin Donnelly
1956
asThe Guardian Angel
1952
asRupert of Hentzau
1945
asCaptain Jerry Jackson
1950
asDr. Frank Matson
1953
asField Marshal Erwin von Rommel
1945
asHenry Smedhurst
1970
asCaptain Ross
1943
asLord Rohan
1966
asJames Leamington
1967
asCharles Dobbs
1957
asMaxwell Fleury
1949
asLarry Quinada
1947
asJohnny McQueen
1945
asNicholas Cunningham
1975
asWarren Maxwell
1949
asGustave Flaubert
1978
asEduard Seibert
1968
asFranz Joseph I of Austria
1951
asHendrik van der Zee
1954
asSir Brack
1962
asMaxim de Winter
1982
asIsaac of York
1964
asTimonides
1974
asMagwitch
1953
asBrutus
1969
asBradley Morahan
1968
asHimself - Narrator
1979
asProfessor Bergson
1966
asGeneral Count von Klugermann
1964
asBob Conway
1972
asJerome Malley
1974
asJacques Brizard
1942
asRaoul de Carnot
1943
asRichard Francis Heritage
1975
asFilippini
1939
asMark Warrow
1968
asCharles Calvert
1942
asDr. Renwick
1985
asSir Randolph Nettleby
1938
asChristian de Neuvillette
1938
asDarrell Blake
1970
asY.Y. Go
1947
asMichael Joyce
1952
asUlysses Diello
1975
asErnst Furben
1960
asCmdr. Max Easton
1975
asAvv. Antonio Bellocampo
1942
asStreeter
1971
asFrancisco Paco Montero
1944
asPeter Vadassy
1939
asRobert Patch
1976
asProsecutor
1939
asValere - In love with Elise
1939
asEdward Luton
1949
asBrandon Bourne
1961
asPaul Delville
1942
asStephen Deremid
1953
asNarrator
1965
as(archive footage)
1958
asCapt. Edwin Rummill
1944
asLord Manderstoke
1962
asCaptain Brett Aimsley
1953
asCharles Coutray
1982
asGeorge Engels
1970
asRafe Crompton
1962
asJohnson
1977
asNarrator - English version
1945
asGeoffrey Lee
1942
asAndre Laurent
1968
asTrigorin
1952
asCapt. Paul Gilbert
1937
asCapt. Heverell
1960
asEdward Carson
1944
asAlan Thurston
1937
asJean Tallien
1975
asSenatore Leandri
1962
asJacob Weber
1967
asJohn Sawyer
1971
asAlan Hamilton
1936
asLarry
1943
asTed Robbins
1985
asBishop Nicolini
1952
asThe Captain
1974
asCharles D. Watts
1952
asJimmy Del Palma
1935
asJim Martin
1965
asPascal Regnier
1936
asJohn Merriman
1937
asTom Tulliver
1936
as'Bunny' Barnes
1936
asStephen Neville
2012
asArchival Footage
1983
asDemon
1973
asNarrator
1995
asSelf (archive footage)
1975
asCyril Sahib
1972
asSelf
2011
asSelf (archive footage)
1980
asAdmiral Brindsen
1963
asCaptain Blayne
1983
asThe Father
1941
asMick Cardby
1953
asThe Murderer / Maj. Linden / Jonah Watson
1983
asSelf
1976
asDr. Juan Remos
1936
asHenry Hamilton
2019
asSelf (archive footage)
1952
asThe Refrigerator (voice)
1983
asPresentor
1937
asRobert Leyland
1984
asDr. Fischer
1954
asHimself
1976
asJafar Qoli (voice)
1982
asNarrator
1982
asSelf
2009
asSelf (archive)
1960
asJohn Brown
asSelf
asWayne Sebastian
asCaptain Vialez
asSelf - Host
asThe Derelict
asSelf - Guest
asJoseph of Arimathea
asRichard K. Straker
asGen. Edward Braddock
asDr. Maxwell Becker
as
asHenry Chambers
asSelf (archive footage)
asNarrator
asSelf
asSelf
asSelf
asNarrator (voice)
asTiberius
asVianisi
asSelf - Narrator
asSelf
asSelf (archive footage)
asSelf
asSelf
asSelf
asSelf - Host
asSelf
asDr. John Polidori
ashimself
asOtto Hoffman
asNarrator
asSelf - Panelist
asWarren Barrow
Production
1956
as1947
as1952
as1953
as1969
as1954
asCrew
Directing
1954
as1954
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