James Mason
Age: N/A | From: Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England, UK
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Aliases: Джеймс Мейсон , James Neville Mason , Джеймс Невилл Мэйсон , Джеймс Мэйсон
Gender: Male
Place of birth: Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England, UK
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Movie Involvements: 145
TV Involvements: 18
Most Famous Work
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.
Most Famous Work
Dr. Kildare
(1961) Dr. Maxwell Becker
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
(1962) Warren Barrow
The DuPont Show with June Allyson
(1959) Henry Chambers
The Bob Hope Show
(1950) Self
Jesus of Nazareth
(1977) Joseph of Arimathea
ABC Stage 67
(1966) Otto Hoffman
A.D.
(1985) Tiberius
Lux Video Theatre
(1950) Self - HostActing
| Year | Character | Movie/Tv |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Self (archive footage) | |
| 2013 | Self (archive footage) | |
| 2012 | Archival Footage | |
| 2011 | Self (archive footage) | |
| 2009 | Self (archive) | |
| 2000 | Self (archive footage) | |
| 1995 | Self (archive footage) | |
| 1990 | Self (archive footage) | |
| 1985 | Bishop Nicolini | |
| Tiberius | ||
| Sir Randolph Nettleby | ||
| 1984 | Dr. Fischer | |
| Gen. Edward Braddock | ||
| Self | ||
| 1983 | Demon | |
| Captain Hughes | ||
| Self | ||
| Narrator (voice) | ||
| The Father | ||
| Presentor | ||
| 1982 | Ed Concannon | |
| George Engels | ||
| Narrator | ||
| Self | ||
| Odell Gardener | ||
| Isaac of York | ||
| Self / Odell Gardener | ||
| 1981 | Narrator | |
| 1980 | Admiral Brindsen | |
| Self - Narrator | ||
| 1979 | Richard K. Straker | |
| Sir Alec Nichols | ||
| Professor Bergson | ||
| Dr. John H. Watson | ||
| 1978 | Eduard Seibert | |
| Mr. Jordan | ||
| Mr. Grimes / Voice of Killer Shark | ||
| 1977 | Narrator - English version | |
| Joseph of Arimathea | ||
| Oberst Brandt | ||
| 1976 | Dr. Juan Remos | |
| Vianisi | ||
| Jafar Qoli (voice) | ||
| Prosecutor | ||
| 1975 | Avv. Antonio Bellocampo | |
| Ernst Furben | ||
| Cyril Sahib | ||
| Senatore Leandri | ||
| Filippini | ||
| Warren Maxwell | ||
| 1974 | Charles D. Watts | |
| Dr. John Polidori | ||
| Jacques Brizard | ||
| Magwitch | ||
| 1973 | Dr. John Polidori | |
| Sir George Wheeler | ||
| Philip | ||
| Narrator | ||
| Narrator | ||
| 1972 | Jerome Malley | |
| Self | ||
| Narrator | ||
| 1971 | Alan Hamilton | |
| Francisco Paco Montero | ||
| Narrator | ||
| Narrator | ||
| Self | ||
| 1970 | Captain Ross | |
| Rafe Crompton | ||
| Y.Y. Go | ||
| 1969 | Bradley Morahan | |
| 1968 | Trigorin | |
| Himself - Narrator | ||
| Franz Joseph I of Austria | ||
| Charles Calvert | ||
| 1967 | himself | |
| John Sawyer | ||
| Self | ||
| Charles Dobbs | ||
| 1966 | Otto Hoffman | |
| James Leamington | ||
| General Count von Klugermann | ||
| 1965 | (archive footage) | |
| Pascal Regnier | ||
| Kam Ling | ||
| Gentleman Brown | ||
| 1964 | Bob Conway | |
| Timonides | ||
| 1963 | Captain Blayne | |
| 1962 | Self | |
| The Derelict | ||
| Self | ||
| Warren Barrow | ||
| Jacob Weber | ||
| Captain Brett Aimsley | ||
| Prof. Humbert Humbert | ||
| Johnson | ||
| Maxim de Winter | ||
| 1961 | Self | |
| Dr. Maxwell Becker | ||
| Paul Delville | ||
| 1960 | John Brown | |
| Edward Carson | ||
| Cmdr. Max Easton | ||
| 1959 | Sir Oliver S. Lindenbrook | |
| Henry Chambers | ||
| Phillip Vandamm | ||
| 1958 | Capt. Edwin Rummill | |
| Jim Molner | ||
| 1957 | Self | |
| Maxwell Fleury | ||
| N/A | ||
| 1956 | Ed Avery | |
| Self - Guest | ||
| The Guardian Angel | ||
| 1954 | Captain Nemo | |
| Himself | ||
| Norman Maine | ||
| Sir Brack | ||
| 1953 | Narrator | |
| Ivo Kern | ||
| The Murderer / Maj. Linden / Jonah Watson | ||
| Brutus | ||
| Field Marshal Erwin von Rommel | ||
| Charles Coutray | ||
| Wayne Sebastian | ||
| 1952 | Capt. Paul Gilbert | |
| Napoleon | ||
| Rupert of Hentzau | ||
| The Captain | ||
| The Refrigerator (voice) | ||
| Ulysses Diello | ||
| Jimmy Del Palma | ||
| 1951 | Field Marshal Erwin Rommel | |
| Captain Vialez | ||
| Self - Host | ||
| Hendrik van der Zee | ||
| 1950 | Self - Host | |
| Self | ||
| Dr. Frank Matson | ||
| Self - Mystery Guest | ||
| Self - Panelist | ||
| 1949 | Brandon Bourne | |
| Martin Donnelly | ||
| Gustave Flaubert | ||
| Larry Quinada | ||
| 1948 | Self - Guest | |
| Self (archive footage) | ||
| 1947 | Michael Joyce | |
| Johnny McQueen | ||
| 1945 | Captain Jerry Jackson | |
| Nicholas Cunningham | ||
| Geoffrey Lee | ||
| Henry Smedhurst | ||
| 1944 | Peter Vadassy | |
| Lord Manderstoke | ||
| Alan Thurston | ||
| 1943 | Richard Francis Heritage | |
| Lord Rohan | ||
| Ted Robbins | ||
| 1942 | Streeter | |
| Raoul de Carnot | ||
| Andre Laurent | ||
| Stephen Deremid | ||
| Dr. Renwick | ||
| 1941 | Mick Cardby | |
| 1939 | Edward Luton | |
| Valere - In love with Elise | ||
| Mark Warrow | ||
| Robert Patch | ||
| 1938 | Darrell Blake | |
| Christian de Neuvillette | ||
| 1937 | Jean Tallien | |
| Capt. Heverell | ||
| Robert Leyland | ||
| Hillary Vane | ||
| Tom Tulliver | ||
| 1936 | Larry | |
| Henry Hamilton | ||
| Stephen Neville | ||
| John Merriman | ||
| 'Bunny' Barnes | ||
| 1935 | Jim Martin | |
| Year | Character | Movie/Tv |
Writing
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Writer | |
| 1984 | Writer | |
| 1953 | Writer | |
| 1952 | Screenplay | |
| 1939 | Story | |
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
Crew
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | In Memory Of | |
| 1956 | Additional Writing | |
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
Production
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
|---|---|---|
| 1969 | Producer | |
| 1956 | Producer | |
| 1954 | Producer | |
| 1953 | Producer | |
| 1952 | Producer | |
| 1947 | Producer | |
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
Directing
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |
|---|---|---|
| 1954 | Director | |
| Director | ||
| Year | Role | Movie/Tv |