James Mason
1909-05-15 ( 115 years old ) in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England, UK

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.

Movies

Sid & Judy 2019-06-26
Lasseter's Bones 2012-08-11
Passion & Poetry: Sam Peckinpah's War 2011-06-06
Hollywood Singing and Dancing: A Musical History - The 1950s: The Golden Era of the Musical 2009-03-10
Sir John Mills' Moving Memories 2000-08-01
Roger Moore: A Matter of Class 1995-11-16
The Assisi Underground 1985-05-03
The Shooting Party 1985-02-01
Dr. Fischer of Geneva 1984-10-08
James Mason: The Star They Loved to Hate 1984-01-01
Don't Eat the Pictures: Sesame Street at the Metropolitan Museum of Art 1983-11-16
Yellowbeard 1983-06-24
Group Madness 1983-06-11
Alexandre 1983-01-01
The Popes and Their Art 1983-01-01
The Verdict 1982-12-08
A Dangerous Summer 1982-10-22
The Glory of the Garden 1982-04-30
Night of 100 Stars 1982-03-08
Evil Under the Sun 1982-03-05
Ivanhoe 1982-02-23
The Making of Agatha Christie's 'Evil Under the Sun' 1982-01-01
The Search for Alexander the Great 1981-05-06
North Sea Hijack 1980-02-18
Bloodline 1979-06-29
The Passage 1979-03-09
Murder by Decree 1979-02-01
The Boys from Brazil 1978-10-05
Heaven Can Wait 1978-06-28
The Water Babies 1978-06-23
Homage to Chagall: The Colours of Love 1977-06-19
Cross of Iron 1977-01-29
Voyage of the Damned 1976-12-22
People of the Wind 1976-10-29
Fear in the City 1976-09-14
The Flower in His Mouth 1975-10-30
Inside Out 1975-10-19
Autobiography of a Princess 1975-10-05
The Left Hand of the Law 1975-09-03
Kidnap Syndicate 1975-08-27
Mandingo 1975-06-06
11 Harrowhouse 1974-09-26
Frankenstein: The True Story 1974-09-19
The Marseille Contract 1974-09-04
Great Expectations 1974-01-01
The MacKintosh Man 1973-11-08
The Last of Sheila 1973-06-14
The Reformation: Age of Revolt 1973-02-02
John Keats: His Life and Death 1973-01-01
Child's Play 1972-12-12
Home, James 1972-09-19
The Wind in the Wires 1972-09-06
Kill! 1971-12-10
Bad Man's River 1971-12-03
Cold Sweat 1970-12-18
Spring and Port Wine 1970-10-02
The Yin and the Yang of Mr. Go 1970-01-01
Age of Consent 1969-05-13
The Sea Gull 1968-12-23
The London Nobody Knows 1968-12-19
Mayerling 1968-10-31
Duffy 1968-09-16
Cop-Out 1967-05-23
The Deadly Affair 1967-01-26
Georgy Girl 1966-08-04
The Blue Max 1966-06-21
Uncertain Verification 1965-04-30
The Uninhibited 1965-04-21
Genghis Khan 1965-04-15
Lord Jim 1965-02-15
The Pumpkin Eater 1964-07-16
The Fall of the Roman Empire 1964-03-24
Torpedo Bay 1963-09-21
Hero's Island 1962-09-16
Tiara Tahiti 1962-07-01
Lolita 1962-06-13
Escape from Zahrain 1962-05-23
Theatre 62: Rebecca 1962-04-08
The Marriage-Go-Round 1961-01-06
John Brown's Raid 1960-10-25
The Trials of Oscar Wilde 1960-05-28
A Touch of Larceny 1960-02-04
Journey to the Center of the Earth 1959-12-15
North by Northwest 1959-07-08
The Decks Ran Red 1958-10-10
Cry Terror! 1958-05-02
Island in the Sun 1957-06-12
Bigger Than Life 1956-11-20
Forever, Darling 1956-02-09
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea 1954-12-23
The Star of Bethlehem 1954-12-18
A Star Is Born 1954-10-01
Prince Valiant 1954-04-05
The Tell-Tale Heart 1953-12-17
The Man Between 1953-11-18
Charade 1953-09-16
Julius Caesar 1953-06-04
The Desert Rats 1953-05-20
The Story of Three Loves 1953-03-26
Botany Bay 1952-12-26
The Prisoner of Zenda 1952-11-04
Face to Face 1952-11-01
Ellis in Freedomland 1952-06-15
5 Fingers 1952-02-22
Lady Possessed 1952-01-26
The Desert Fox: The Story of Rommel 1951-10-16
Pandora and the Flying Dutchman 1951-04-13
One Way Street 1950-04-01
East Side, West Side 1949-12-22
The Reckless Moment 1949-12-09
Madame Bovary 1949-08-25
Caught 1949-02-17
The Upturned Glass 1947-06-17
Odd Man Out 1947-01-30
The Wicked Lady 1945-11-15
The Seventh Veil 1945-10-18
They Were Sisters 1945-07-02
A Place of One's Own 1945-03-20
Hotel Reserve 1944-06-01
Fanny by Gaslight 1944-05-08
Candlelight in Algeria 1944-03-19
They Met in the Dark 1943-08-11
The Man in Grey 1943-08-06
The Bells Go Down 1943-05-16
Thunder Rock 1942-12-04
Secret Mission 1942-10-05
Alibi 1942-08-10
The Night Has Eyes 1942-06-01
Hatter's Castle 1942-02-02
The Patient Vanishes 1941-07-21
The Circle 1939-09-04
The Miser 1939-03-21
I Met a Murderer 1939-03-04
Bees on the Boat-Deck 1939-01-11
The Moon in the Yellow River 1938-12-28
Cyrano de Bergerac 1938-10-30
Return of the Scarlet Pimpernel 1937-10-20
The High Command 1937-08-23
Catch as Catch Can 1937-07-01
Fire Over England 1937-03-05
The Mill on the Floss 1937-01-09
Secret of Stamboul 1936-10-05
Twice Branded 1936-05-11
Blind Man's Bluff 1936-03-01
Troubled Waters 1936-02-01
Prison Breaker 1936-02-01
Late Extra 1935-11-19

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