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John Gielgud
John Gielgud
Age 96 years (Apr 14, 1904 – May 21, 2000)
Birthplace London, England
Movies 79
TV Shows 29

John Gielgud

Oscar winner · Actor · Writer
Known for
The Elephant Man Carr Gomm 1980 · ★ 8.0 Gandhi Lord Irwin 1982 · ★ 7.6 Chimes at Midnight Henry IV 1965 · ★ 7.2 Becket King Louis VII of France 1964 · ★ 7.2
Considered one of the greatest Shakespearean actors of the twentieth century, John Gielgud was an eminence of British theater who also left his mark on film. Born in London in 1904, his legendary voice, of incomparable musicality, made him a benchmark of classical declamation. On screen he won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his witty butler in 'Arthur', and he shone in titles such as 'Julius Caesar', 'Becket' and 'Providence'. With Laurence Olivier and Ralph Richardson he formed the triumvirate of great English theater. His elegance and impeccable diction were synonymous with acting sophistication.
Considered one of the greatest Shakespearean actors of the twentieth century, John Gielgud was an eminence of British theater who also left his mark on film. Born in London in 1904, his legendary voice, of incomparable musicality, made him a benchmark of classical declamation. On screen he won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his witty butler in 'Arthur', and he shone in titles such as 'Julius Caesar', 'Becket' and 'Providence'. With Laurence Olivier and Ralph Richardson he formed the triumvirate of great English theater. His elegance and impeccable diction were synonymous with acting sophistication.
Known for
The Elephant Man Carr Gomm 1980 · ★ 8.0 Gandhi Lord Irwin 1982 · ★ 7.6 Chimes at Midnight Henry IV 1965 · ★ 7.2 Becket King Louis VII of France 1964 · ★ 7.2
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Catastrophe
The Protagonist
★ 6.4
2001
The Tichborne Claimant
Cockburn
★ 8.7
1999
Elizabeth
The Pope
★ 7.2
1998
Quest for Camelot
Merlin (voice)
★ 6.8
1998
Merlin
King Constant · 2 episodes
★ 7.0
1998–
A Dance to the Music of Time
St. John Clarke · 4 episodes
★ 5.9
1997–
Hamlet
Priam
★ 7.3
1996
The Portrait of a Lady
Mr. Touchett
★ 5.9
1996
Shine
Cecil Parkes
★ 7.4
1996
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is John Gielgud still alive?
John Gielgud passed away on May 21, 2000 at age 96.
What are the most famous roles of John Gielgud?
John Gielgud is best known for roles in The Elephant Man, Gandhi, DragonHeart.
How many movies has John Gielgud been in?
Over a 76-year career (since 1924), John Gielgud has appeared in 77 movies and 26 TV shows.
What was John Gielgud's first movie?
The career of John Gielgud began with Who Is the Man? (1924).
What is John Gielgud's most recent movie or series?
John Gielgud's most recent release is Check the Gate: Putting Beckett on Film, which premiered on February 5, 2003.
What TV shows has John Gielgud appeared in?
On television, John Gielgud has appeared in Merlin, Inspector Morse, Gulliver's Travels, Brideshead Revisited.
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John Gielgud
John Gielgud
1904-04-14 · London, England

Sir Arthur John Gielgud, OM, CH, was an English actor, director, and producer. A descendant of the renowned Terry acting family, he achieved early international acclaim for his youthful, emotionally expressive Hamlet which broke box office records on Broadway in 1937. He was known for his beautiful speaking of verse and particularly for his warm and expressive voice, which his colleague Sir Alec Guinness likened to a silver trumpet muffled in silk. Gielgud is one of the few entertainers who have won an Oscar, Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Award.

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