James Donald
James Donald
Scots actor James Donald made his first professional stage appearance sometime between 1935 and 1938, but would not achieve theatrical stardom until 1943's Present Laughter. Donald began making films in 1941, hitting his stride with his portrayal of Theo Van Gogh in Lust for Life (1956). He is most fondly remembered for his incisive performances in a trio of POW dramas: Bridge on the River Kwai (1957), The Great Escape (1963), and King Rat (1965). He also made a handful of memorable TV appearances, the last of which was the role of Murdstone in the 1970 all-star adaptation of David Copperfield. After a long period of inactivity, James Donald died of stomach cancer at the age of 75. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
Filmography of James Donald:
- The Big Sleep with Robert Mitchum , Sarah Miles , Richard Boone , Edward Fox , John Mills , James Stewart , Oliver Reed , Harry Andrews , Richard Todd , John Justin , Tom Laughlin
James Donald Trivia
When was James Donald born?
James Donald date of birth: May 18, 1917
Who did James Donald play in Lust for Life?
James Donald was Theo Van Gogh in Lust for Life
Who did James Donald play in The Third Man on the Mountain?
James Donald was Franz Lerner in The Third Man on the Mountain
What role did James Donald play in The Great Escape?
James Donald played Senior Officer Ramsey in The Great Escape
Who did James Donald play in The Vikings?
James Donald was Lord Egbert in The Vikings
Who did James Donald portray in King Rat?
James Donald was Dr. Kennedy in King Rat
Who did James Donald play in The Bridge on the River Kwai?
James Donald was Maj. Clipton in The Bridge on the River Kwai
Who did James Donald portray in The Royal Hunt of the Sun?
James Donald was King Carlos V in The Royal Hunt of the Sun
Who did James Donald portray in Cast a Giant Shadow?
James Donald was Major Safir in Cast a Giant Shadow
What role did James Donald play in Conduct Unbecoming?
James Donald played Doctor in Conduct Unbecoming
Who did James Donald portray in In Which We Serve?
James Donald was Doctor in In Which We Serve
What role did James Donald portray in David Copperfield?
James Donald played Mr. Murdstone in David Copperfield
What role did James Donald play in The Big Sleep?
James Donald played Inspector Gregory in The Big Sleep
