
James Mason
Born May 15, 1909 · Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England, UK
James Neville Mason (known as James Mason; May 15, 1909 – July 27, 1984) was an English actor who made a significant impact on both British and American cinema. His 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

North by Northwest

Lolita

20,000 Leagues Under the Sea

A Star Is Born

Evil Under the Sun

The Verdict

Cross of Iron

Journey to the Center of the Earth

The Fall of the Roman Empire

The Desert Fox: The Story of Rommel

The Boys from Brazil

Voyage of the Damned

Heaven Can Wait

Julius Caesar

Mandingo

Kubrick by Kubrick

The Last of Sheila

Lord Jim

Age of Consent

Bad Man's River

The Blue Max

Madame Bovary

Night of 100 Stars

Cold Sweat
TV Shows

The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

Dr. Kildare

Tonight Starring Jack Paar

The Steve Allen Show

The Bob Hope Show

The Ed Sullivan Show

The DuPont Show with June Allyson

Stoney Burke

The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour

ABC Stage 67

Jesus of Nazareth

Salem's Lot

Talking Pictures

Panic!

A.D.

Origins of the Mafia

Hollywood

General Electric Theater

Schlitz Playhouse of Stars

Frankenstein: The True Story

George Washington

Unknown Chaplin

The Search for the Nile

The Search for Alexander the Great
More Movies

Mayerling

The Story of Three Loves

Yellowbeard

Pandora and the Flying Dutchman

North Sea Hijack

Murder by Decree

The MacKintosh Man

Island in the Sun

Prince Valiant

The Prisoner of Zenda

The Trials of Oscar Wilde

Caught

Odd Man Out

Bigger Than Life

The Pumpkin Eater

The Passage

5 Fingers

The Deadly Affair

Genghis Khan

Bloodline

The Man in Grey

Frankenstein: The True Story

East Side, West Side

The Reckless Moment

The Yin and the Yang of Mr. Go

Roger Moore: A Matter of Class

The Desert Rats

John Brown's Raid

Kidnap Syndicate

Churchill and the Movie Mogul

Ivanhoe

Fire Over England

Don't Eat the Pictures: Sesame Street at the Metropolitan Museum of Art

Hollywood Singing and Dancing: A Musical History - The 1950s: The Golden Era of the Musical

The Water Babies

Kill!

A Touch of Larceny

Playhouse 90: The Hiding Place

Spring and Port Wine

Stranger in the House

Georgy Girl

11 Harrowhouse

Child's Play

The Decks Ran Red

Hotel Reserve

The Left Hand of the Law

Fanny by Gaslight

Tiara Tahiti

Lady Possessed

A Place of One's Own

Sid & Judy

Charade

John Keats: His Life and Death

The Marseille Contract

James Mason: The Star They Loved to Hate

The Sea Gull

Sir John Mills' Moving Memories

The Man Between

Cry Terror!

The Seventh Veil

Botany Bay

Autobiography of a Princess

Return of the Scarlet Pimpernel

The Mill on the Floss

Great Expectations

One Way Street

The Tell-Tale Heart

The Making of Agatha Christie's 'Evil Under the Sun'

Duffy

Dr. Fischer of Geneva

The Shooting Party

Group Madness

Secret Mission

Forever, Darling

I Met a Murderer

The Marriage-Go-Round

The Night Has Eyes

The Wicked Lady

The Assisi Underground

Alexandre

Inside Out

The Miser

They Met in the Dark

The Flower in His Mouth

Hero's Island

The Secret of Stamboul

The Uninhibited

They Were Sisters

The Upturned Glass

Escape from Zahrain

Candlelight in Algeria

Ellis in Freedomland

The Bells Go Down

Halloween Monster Bash

The Popes and Their Art

Torpedo Bay

Fear in the City

The Reformation: Age of Revolt

The Star of Bethlehem

The London Nobody Knows

Lasseter's Bones

Thunder Rock

The High Command

Face to Face

Hatter's Castle

The Glory of the Garden

Theatre 62: Rebecca

The Patient Vanishes

Twice Branded

Prison Breaker

Alibi

People of the Wind

Homage to Chagall: The Colours of Love

A Dangerous Summer

Uncertain Verification

Late Extra

The Wind in the Wires




