James Mason

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

182

Gender

Male

Birthday

1909-05-15

Day of death

1984-07-27 (75 years old)

Place of Birth

Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England, UK

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

  • The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

    The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

  • The Mike Douglas Show

    The Mike Douglas Show

  • The Merv Griffin Show

    The Merv Griffin Show

  • The Bob Hope Show

    The Bob Hope Show

  • Dr. Kildare

    Dr. Kildare

  • The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

    The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

  • What's My Line?

    What's My Line?

  • What's My Line?

    What's My Line?

  • The Ed Sullivan Show

    The Ed Sullivan Show

  • The Steve Allen Show

    The Steve Allen Show

  • Tonight Starring Jack Paar

    Tonight Starring Jack Paar

  • Lux Video Theatre

    Lux Video Theatre

  • Jesus of Nazareth

    Jesus of Nazareth

  • Stoney Burke

    Stoney Burke

  • The DuPont Show with June Allyson

    The DuPont Show with June Allyson

  • V.I.P. Schaukel

    V.I.P. Schaukel

  • Cross of Iron

    Cross of Iron

  • The Deadly Affair

    The Deadly Affair

  • The Desert Fox: The Story of Rommel

    The Desert Fox: The Story of Rommel

  • The Last of Sheila

    The Last of Sheila

  • Lolita

    Lolita

  • 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea

    20,000 Leagues Under the Sea

  • Blind Man's Bluff

    Blind Man's Bluff

  • The Reformation: Age of Revolt

    The Reformation: Age of Revolt

  • ABC Stage 67

    ABC Stage 67

  • North by Northwest

    North by Northwest

  • The Star of Bethlehem

    The Star of Bethlehem

  • The Night Has Eyes

    The Night Has Eyes

  • Lord Jim

    Lord Jim

  • The Fall of the Roman Empire

    The Fall of the Roman Empire

  • Sid & Judy

    Sid & Judy

  • Salem's Lot

    Salem's Lot

  • I Met a Murderer

    I Met a Murderer

  • Panic!

    Panic!

  • The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour

    The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour

  • Murder by Decree

    Murder by Decree

  • Prison Breaker

    Prison Breaker

  • The Upturned Glass

    The Upturned Glass

  • The Man in Grey

    The Man in Grey

  • The Man Between

    The Man Between

  • Spring and Port Wine

    Spring and Port Wine

  • Forever, Darling

    Forever, Darling

  • The Sea Gull

    The Sea Gull

  • Yellowbeard

    Yellowbeard

  • Roger Moore: A Matter of Class

    Roger Moore: A Matter of Class

  • The Verdict

    The Verdict

  • Dr. Fischer of Geneva

    Dr. Fischer of Geneva

  • Fire Over England

    Fire Over England

  • The MacKintosh Man

    The MacKintosh Man

  • Madame Bovary

    Madame Bovary

  • Heaven Can Wait

    Heaven Can Wait

  • Torpedo Bay

    Torpedo Bay

  • Stranger in the House

    Stranger in the House

  • Journey to the Center of the Earth

    Journey to the Center of the Earth

  • The Trials of Oscar Wilde

    The Trials of Oscar Wilde

  • Great Expectations

    Great Expectations

  • Odd Man Out

    Odd Man Out

  • The Desert Rats

    The Desert Rats

  • East Side, West Side

    East Side, West Side

  • Talking Pictures

    Talking Pictures

  • Fanny by Gaslight

    Fanny by Gaslight

  • Bad Man's River

    Bad Man's River

  • Tiara Tahiti

    Tiara Tahiti

  • Return of the Scarlet Pimpernel

    Return of the Scarlet Pimpernel

  • Evil Under the Sun

    Evil Under the Sun

  • The Tell-Tale Heart

    The Tell-Tale Heart

  • The Blue Max

    The Blue Max

  • The Wicked Lady

    The Wicked Lady

  • A.D.

    A.D.

  • Bloodline

    Bloodline

  • Julius Caesar

    Julius Caesar

  • Mandingo

    Mandingo

  • Hero's Island

    Hero's Island

  • Genghis Khan

    Genghis Khan

  • Cyrano de Bergerac

    Cyrano de Bergerac

  • Hollywood

    Hollywood

  • Catch as Catch Can

    Catch as Catch Can

  • The High Command

    The High Command

  • Ivanhoe

    Ivanhoe

  • The Water Babies

    The Water Babies

  • Bigger Than Life

    Bigger Than Life

  • Secret Mission

    Secret Mission

  • Age of Consent

    Age of Consent

  • A Dangerous Summer

    A Dangerous Summer

  • One Way Street

    One Way Street

  • The Reckless Moment

    The Reckless Moment

  • Duffy

    Duffy

  • A Star Is Born

    A Star Is Born

  • Escape from Zahrain

    Escape from Zahrain

  • Child's Play

    Child's Play

  • Frankenstein: The True Story

    Frankenstein: The True Story

  • The Seventh Veil

    The Seventh Veil

  • Origins of the Mafia

    Origins of the Mafia

  • 11 Harrowhouse

    11 Harrowhouse

  • Schlitz Playhouse of Stars

    Schlitz Playhouse of Stars

  • Schlitz Playhouse of Stars

    Schlitz Playhouse of Stars

  • The Mill on the Floss

    The Mill on the Floss

  • Alibi

    Alibi

  • The Yin and the Yang of Mr. Go

    The Yin and the Yang of Mr. Go

  • North Sea Hijack

    North Sea Hijack

  • The Shooting Party

    The Shooting Party

  • Sir John Mills' Moving Memories

    Sir John Mills' Moving Memories

  • The Passage

    The Passage

  • The Assisi Underground

    The Assisi Underground

  • Charade

    Charade

  • The Marseille Contract

    The Marseille Contract

  • The Boys from Brazil

    The Boys from Brazil

  • Homage to Chagall: The Colours of Love

    Homage to Chagall: The Colours of Love

  • The Moon in the Yellow River

    The Moon in the Yellow River

  • Night of 100 Stars

    Night of 100 Stars

  • John Keats: His Life and Death

    John Keats: His Life and Death

  • Uncertain Verification

    Uncertain Verification

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

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

  • The Pumpkin Eater

    The Pumpkin Eater

  • George Washington

    George Washington

  • Mayerling

    Mayerling

  • Candlelight in Algeria

    Candlelight in Algeria

  • Fear in the City

    Fear in the City

  • The Hiding Place

    The Hiding Place

  • The Bells Go Down

    The Bells Go Down

  • General Electric Theater

    General Electric Theater

  • Inside Out

    Inside Out

  • Pandora and the Flying Dutchman

    Pandora and the Flying Dutchman

  • Georgy Girl

    Georgy Girl

  • The Marriage-Go-Round

    The Marriage-Go-Round

  • Island in the Sun

    Island in the Sun

  • The Patient Vanishes

    The Patient Vanishes

  • Lady Possessed

    Lady Possessed

  • Cold Sweat

    Cold Sweat

  • The Uninhibited

    The Uninhibited

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

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

  • A Place of One's Own

    A Place of One's Own

  • The Prisoner of Zenda

    The Prisoner of Zenda

  • Appointment With Destiny

    Appointment With Destiny

  • Group Madness

    Group Madness

  • They Were Sisters

    They Were Sisters

  • Cry Terror!

    Cry Terror!

  • John Brown's Raid

    John Brown's Raid

  • The Circle

    The Circle

  • The Flower in His Mouth

    The Flower in His Mouth

  • Face to Face

    Face to Face

  • 5 Fingers

    5 Fingers

  • They Met in the Dark

    They Met in the Dark

  • James Mason: The Star They Loved to Hate

    James Mason: The Star They Loved to Hate

  • Botany Bay

    Botany Bay

  • Late Extra

    Late Extra

  • Unknown Chaplin

    Unknown Chaplin

  • Voyage of the Damned

    Voyage of the Damned

  • Apropos Film

    Apropos Film

  • Prince Valiant

    Prince Valiant

  • The Search for the Nile

    The Search for the Nile

  • Bees on the Boat-Deck

    Bees on the Boat-Deck

  • Kidnap Syndicate

    Kidnap Syndicate

  • Caught

    Caught

  • A Touch of Larceny

    A Touch of Larceny

  • Hotel Reserve

    Hotel Reserve

  • Ellis in Freedomland

    Ellis in Freedomland

  • The Story of Three Loves

    The Story of Three Loves

  • The Decks Ran Red

    The Decks Ran Red

  • Kill!

    Kill!

  • Salem's Lot 1979

    Salem's Lot 1979

  • The Left Hand of the Law

    The Left Hand of the Law

  • Theatre 62: Rebecca

    Theatre 62: Rebecca

  • Lasseter's Bones

    Lasseter's Bones

  • Thunder Rock

    Thunder Rock

  • Frankenstein: The True Story

    Frankenstein: The True Story

  • The Search for Alexander the Great

    The Search for Alexander the Great

  • The Miser

    The Miser

  • Autobiography of a Princess

    Autobiography of a Princess

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

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

  • The Secret of Stamboul

    The Secret of Stamboul

  • The Popes and Their Art

    The Popes and Their Art

  • The Search for the Nile

    The Search for the Nile

  • Hatter's Castle

    Hatter's Castle

  • The Wind in the Wires

    The Wind in the Wires

  • Alexandre

    Alexandre

  • The London Nobody Knows

    The London Nobody Knows

  • Twice Branded

    Twice Branded

  • The Glory of the Garden

    The Glory of the Garden

  • Troubled Waters

    Troubled Waters

  • People of the Wind

    People of the Wind

  • Home, James

    Home, James