Born in Bristol, England, this iconic film actor became a symbol of charm and sophistication in Hollywood's Golden Age. Known for his debonair demeanor and impeccable comic timing, he starred in classic films like "North by Northwest," "To Catch a Thief," and "The Philadelphia Story." His career spanned over three decades, earning him critical and popular acclaim. Despite his on-screen persona, he was known for his humility and wit. He retired in the mid-1960s, leaving a lasting legacy in cinema.
HIS GIRL FRIDAY
A fast-talking screwball comedy set in a bustling newspaper office, His Girl Friday follows star reporter Hildy Johnson as she plans to quit...
THE AWFUL TRUTH
The Awful Truth is a 1937 screwball romantic comedy directed by Leo McCarey. Irene Dunne plays Louise, a witty socialite who begins to suspect her...
THE PHILADELPHIA STORY
The Philadelphia Story is a classic romantic comedy that explores themes of love, marriage, and social class. The film follows Tracy Lord, a wealthy...
ARSENIC AND OLD LACE
Arsenic and Old Lace is a dark comedy revolving around the eccentric Brewster family. Mortimer Brewster, a drama critic, discovers his aunts' macabre...
BRINGING UP BABY
Bringing Up Baby is a 1938 screwball comedy directed by Howard Hawks, pairing Katharine Hepburn as the impulsive Susan Vance with Cary Grant as the...
NORTH BY NORTHWEST
North by Northwest is a classic thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock that follows the story of Roger Thornhill, a suave advertising executive who is...