Cary Grant
Known for
One of the greatest actors and icons of classic Hollywood, the quintessential leading man of comedy and suspense. Of legendary elegance and charm, he starred in absolute classics such as 'Bringing Up Baby' (1938), 'The Philadelphia Story' (1940) and, above all, four Alfred Hitchcock masterpieces: 'Notorious' (1946), 'To Catch a Thief' (1955) and 'North by Northwest' (1959). British-American actor of inimitable sophistication, an absolute benchmark of golden Hollywood, recognized for his charm and his perfect timing, one of the greatest in film history, until his death in 1986.
Cary Grant
75 Movies
One of the greatest actors and icons of classic Hollywood, the quintessential leading man of comedy and suspense. Of legendary elegance and charm, he starred in absolute classics such as 'Bringing Up Baby' (1938), 'The Philadelphia Story' (1940) and, above all, four Alfred Hitchcock masterpieces: 'Notorious' (1946), 'To Catch a Thief' (1955) and 'North by Northwest' (1959). British-American actor of inimitable sophistication, an absolute benchmark of golden Hollywood, recognized for his charm and his perfect timing, one of the greatest in film history, until his death in 1986.
Movies
Plays Roger Thornhill
North by Northwest
1959
Plays Peter Joshua
Charade
1963
Plays Devlin
Notorious
1946
Plays John Robie
To Catch a Thief
1955
Plays Walter Burns
His Girl Friday
1940
Plays C.K. Dexter Haven
The Philadelphia Story
1940
Plays Nickie Ferrante
An Affair to Remember
1957
Plays Mortimer Brewster
Arsenic and Old Lace
1944
Plays David
Bringing Up Baby
1938
Plays John D. 'Johnnie' Aysgarth
Suspicion
1941
Plays Lieutenant Commander Matt Sherman
Operation Petticoat
1959
Plays Dudley
The Bishop's Wife
1947
Plays Richard
The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer
1947
Plays Walter Christopher Eckland
Father Goose
1964
Plays Geoff Carter
Only Angels Have Wings
1939
Plays Mock Turtle
Alice in Wonderland
1933
Plays Archibald Cutter
Gunga Din
1939
Plays Jerry Warriner
The Awful Truth
1937
Plays Barnaby Fulton
Monkey Business
1952
Plays Philip Shayne
That Touch of Mink
1962
Plays Joe Adams
Mr. Lucky
1943
Plays Nick Arden
My Favorite Wife
1940
Plays Jim Blandings
Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House
1948
Producer
Plays Victor Rhyall
The Grass Is Greener
1960
Plays Tom Winters
Houseboat
1958
Plays Captain Cassidy
Destination Tokyo
1943
Plays Cole Porter
Night and Day
1946
Plays Anthony
The Pride and the Passion
1957
Plays Capt. Henri Rochard
I Was a Male War Bride
1949
Plays Alec Walker
In Name Only
1939
Plays Jack Clayton
I'm No Angel
1933
Plays George Kerby
Topper
1937
Plays Noah Praetorius
People Will Talk
1951
Plays Roger Adams
Penny Serenade
1941
Plays Nick Townsend
Blonde Venus
1932
Plays Philip Adams
Indiscreet
1958
Plays Sir William Rutland
Walk Don't Run
1966
Plays Johnny Case
Holiday
1938
Plays Jimmy Monkley
Sylvia Scarlett
1935
Plays Charlie Baxter
Merrily We Go to Hell
1932
Plays Leopold Dilg
The Talk of the Town
1942
Plays Matt Howard
The Howards of Virginia
1940
Plays Dr. Madison W. Brown
Every Girl Should Be Married
1948
Plays Captain Cummings
She Done Him Wrong
1933
Plays George "Poppy" Rose
Room for One More
1952
Plays Ernie Mott
None But the Lonely Heart
1944
Plays Henry Crocker
The Eagle and the Hawk
1933
Plays Cmdr. Andrew " Andy" Crewson
Kiss Them for Me
1957
Plays Clemson Reade
Dream Wife
1953
Plays Stephen Mathewson
This Is the Night
1932
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The Killer of Fossil Gulch
The Victim / The Head Juror (archival footage)
1970
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Walk Don't Run
Sir William Rutland
1966
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Father Goose
Walter Christopher Eckland
1964
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Charade
Peter Joshua
1963
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That Touch of Mink
Philip Shayne
1962
Film
The Grass Is Greener
Victor Rhyall
1960
Film
Operation Petticoat
Lieutenant Commander Matt Sherman
1959
Film
North by Northwest
Roger Thornhill
1959
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Houseboat
Tom Winters
1958
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cary Grant still alive?
Cary Grant passed away on November 29, 1986 at age 82.
What are the most famous roles of Cary Grant?
Cary Grant is best known for roles in North by Northwest, Notorious, To Catch a Thief.
How many movies has Cary Grant been in?
Over a 54-year career (since 1932), Cary Grant has appeared in 75 movies and 0 TV shows.
What was Cary Grant's first movie?
The career of Cary Grant began with This Is the Night (1932).
What is Cary Grant's most recent movie or series?
Cary Grant's most recent release is All Star Party for Clint Eastwood, which premiered on November 30, 1986.
Cary Grant
1904-01-18 · Horfield, Bristol, England, UK
Cary Grant (born Archibald Alec Leach; January 18, 1904 – November 29, 1986) was a British-American actor, celebrated for his debonair charm, impeccable comic timing, and sophisticated screen presence. He became one of Hollywood’s most iconic leading men, starring in classics such as Bringing Up Baby (1938), His Girl Friday (1940), Notorious (1946), and North by Northwest (1959).
Grant had a difficult childhood, marked by his mother’s institutionalization and his father’s alcoholism. At 16, he joined the Pender Troupe, a group of acrobats, which led him to New York City, where he built a career in vaudeville before transitioning to Hollywood in the early 1930s.
His breakthrough came with screwball comedies, where his witty delivery and effortless charisma made him a favorite among audiences. He worked with legendary directors such as Howard Hawks, Alfred Hitchcock, and George Cukor, solidifying his reputation as a versatile and enduring star.
Grant was married five times, but his longtime companionship with fellow actor Randolph Scott fueled speculation about his sexuality. The two lived together for over a decade, sharing a home in Los Angeles, which led to rumors that they were romantically involved. While Grant never publicly addressed these claims, some biographers suggest that his relationship with Scott was more than just friendship.
Despite the speculation, Grant maintained a carefully curated public image, often portraying the ideal romantic lead opposite Hollywood’s most glamorous actresses, including Katharine Hepburn, Ingrid Bergman, and Grace Kelly.
Grant retired from acting in 1966, choosing to focus on business ventures and his family. He received an Academy Honorary Award in 1970 and was honored with the Kennedy Center Award in 1981. He passed away on November 29, 1986, at the age of 82.
His legacy remains unmatched, with the American Film Institute ranking him as the second greatest male star of Hollywood’s Golden Age. His timeless appeal, effortless sophistication, and enigmatic personal life continue to fascinate audiences and film historians alike.