James Mason [2091]
Gender: Male
Popularity: 1.8779
Birthplace: Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England, UK
Birthday: 1909-05-15
Deathday: 1984-07-27
Age: 75 years
Movies: 147
Links: Homepage, IMDB
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.

Sid & Judy
2019-06-26
Lasseter's Bones
2012-08-11
Passion & Poetry
2011-06-06
Hollywood Singin
2009-03-10
Sir John Mills'
2000-08-01
Roger Moore: A M
1995-11-16
The Assisi Under
1985-05-03
The Shooting Par
1985-02-01
Dr. Fischer of G
1984-10-08
James Mason: The
1984-01-01
Don't Eat the Pi
1983-11-16
Yellowbeard
1983-06-24
Group Madness
1983-06-11
The Popes and Th
1983-01-01
Alexandre
1983-01-01
The Verdict
1982-12-08
A Dangerous Summ
1982-10-22
The Glory of the
1982-04-30
Night of 100 Sta
1982-03-08
Ivanhoe
1982-02-23
Evil Under the S
1982-03-05
The Making of Ag
1982-01-01
The Search for A
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 Br
1978-10-05
Heaven Can Wait
1978-06-28
The Water Babies
1978-06-23
Homage to Chagal
1977-06-19
Cross of Iron
1977-01-29
Voyage of the Da
1976-12-22
People of the Wi
1976-10-29
Fear in the City
1976-09-14
The Flower in Hi
1975-10-30
Inside Out
1975-10-19
Autobiography of
1975-10-05
The Left Hand of
1975-09-03
Kidnap Syndicate
1975-08-27
Mandingo
1975-06-06
11 Harrowhouse
1974-09-26
The Marseille Co
1974-09-04
Great Expectatio
1974-01-01
Frankenstein: Th
1974-09-19
The MacKintosh M
1973-11-08
The Last of Shei
1973-06-14
The Reformation:
1973-02-02
John Keats: His
1973-01-01
Child's Play
1972-12-12
Home, James
1972-09-19
The Wind in the
1972-09-06
Kill!
1971-12-10
Bad Man's River
1971-12-03
Cold Sweat
1970-12-18
Spring and Port
1970-10-02
The Yin and the
1970-01-01
Age of Consent
1969-05-13
The Sea Gull
1968-12-23
The London Nobod
1968-12-19
Mayerling
1968-10-31
Duffy
1968-09-16
Cop-Out
1967-05-23
The Deadly Affai
1967-01-26
Georgy Girl
1966-08-04
The Blue Max
1966-06-21
Uncertain Verifi
1965-04-30
The Uninhibited
1965-04-21
Genghis Khan
1965-04-15
Lord Jim
1965-02-15
The Pumpkin Eate
1964-07-16
The Fall of the
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 Zahr
1962-05-23
Theatre 62: Rebe
1962-04-08
The Marriage-Go-
1961-01-06
John Brown's Rai
1960-10-25
The Trials of Os
1960-05-28
A Touch of Larce
1960-02-04
Journey to the C
1959-12-15
North by Northwe
1959-07-08
The Decks Ran Re
1958-10-10
Cry Terror!
1958-05-02
Island in the Su
1957-06-12
Bigger Than Life
1956-11-20
Forever, Darling
1956-02-09
The Star of Beth
1954-12-18
A Star Is Born
1954-10-01
20,000 Leagues U
1954-12-23
Prince Valiant
1954-04-05
The Tell-Tale He
1953-12-17
The Man Between
1953-11-18
Charade
1953-09-16
The Desert Rats
1953-05-20
Julius Caesar
1953-06-04
The Story of Thr
1953-03-26
Botany Bay
1952-12-26
The Prisoner of
1952-11-04
Face to Face
1952-11-01
Ellis in Freedom
1952-06-15
5 Fingers
1952-02-22
Lady Possessed
1952-01-26
The Desert Fox:
1951-10-16
Pandora and the
1951-04-13
One Way Street
1950-04-01
East Side, West
1949-12-22
The Reckless Mom
1949-12-09
Madame Bovary
1949-08-25
Caught
1949-02-17
The Upturned Gla
1947-06-17
Odd Man Out
1947-01-30
The Wicked Lady
1945-11-15
The Seventh Veil
1945-10-18
They Were Sister
1945-07-02
A Place of One's
1945-03-20
Hotel Reserve
1944-06-01
Fanny by Gasligh
1944-05-08
Candlelight in A
1944-03-19
They Met in the
1943-08-11
The Man in Grey
1943-08-06
The Bells Go Dow
1943-05-16
Thunder Rock
1942-12-04
Secret Mission
1942-10-05
Alibi
1942-08-10
The Night Has Ey
1942-06-01
Hatter's Castle
1942-02-02
The Patient Vani
1941-07-21
The Circle
1939-09-04
The Miser
1939-03-21
I Met a Murderer
1939-03-04
Bees on the Boat
1939-01-11
The Moon in the
1938-12-28
Cyrano de Berger
1938-10-30
Return of the Sc
1937-10-20
The High Command
1937-08-23
Catch as Catch C
1937-07-01
The Mill on the
1937-01-09
Fire Over Englan
1937-03-05
Secret of Stambo
1936-10-05
Twice Branded
1936-05-11
Blind Man's Bluf
1936-03-01
Prison Breaker
1936-02-01
Troubled Waters
1936-02-01
Late Extra
1935-11-19