Skip to main content
The Horror CodexBeta
HomeJames Mason
James Mason

James Mason

Actor·1909–1984·Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England, UK

7 horror credits

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.

Actor7 films

Halloween Monster Bash

Halloween Monster Bash

Stephen Deremid (archive footage)

1991
Murder by Decree

Murder by Decree

Dr. Watson

1979
The Boys from Brazil

The Boys from Brazil

Eduard Seibert

1978
Frankenstein: The True Story

Frankenstein: The True Story

Dr. John Polidori

1974
The Tell-Tale Heart

The Tell-Tale Heart

Narrator

1953
A Place of One's Own

A Place of One's Own

Henry Smedhurst

1945
The Night Has Eyes

The Night Has Eyes

Stephen Deremid

1942