Frank Cellier
Biography
Frank Cellier was an English actor born on February 23, 1884, in Surbiton, Surrey, England, UK. Early in his career, he toured in Britain, Germany, the West Indies, America, and South Africa. During the 1920s, he became known in the West End for Shakespearean character roles and other parts, and he also directed some of the plays in which he acted. Beginning in the 1930s, he appeared in films, including his roles as Sheriff Watson in Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps in 1935 and as Monsieur Barsac in the comedy film The Guv'nor in 1935. His film and television work continued through the 1930s and 1940s. Frank Cellier died in London on September 27, 1948, at the age of 64.
Career overview
Frank Cellier was an English actor born on February 23, 1884. Early in his career, he toured extensively across Britain, Germany, the West Indies, America, and South Africa. By the 1920s, he established a reputation in the West End for portraying Shakespearean character roles and other parts, while also directing certain plays in which he performed.
In the 1930s and 1940s, Cellier expanded his career by appearing in films. His notable cinematic roles included playing Sheriff Watson in Alfred Hitchcock's 1935 film The 39 Steps and Monsieur Barsac in the 1935 comedy film The Guv'nor. Over the course of his career, he amassed a total of known acting credits.
Cellier passed away in London on September 27, 1948, at the age of 64.
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Full Filmography
39 titles- The Blind Goddess (1948) as The Judge
- Easy Money (1948) as Manager
- The Magic Bow (1946)
- Quiet Weekend (1946) as Adrian Barrasford
- Give Us the Moon (1944) as Pyke
- The Big Blockade (1942) as Schneider
- The Black Sheep of Whitehall (1942) as Innsbach
- Cottage to Let (1941) as John Forest
- Ships with Wings (1941) as Gen. Scarappa
- Quiet Wedding (1941) as William Frederick Davenport Chaytor
- Love on the Dole (1941) as Sam Grundy
- The Midas Touch (1940) as Corris Morgan
- Sixty Glorious Years (1938) as Lord Derby
- A Royal Divorce (1938) as Talleyrand
- Kate Plus Ten (1938) as Sir Ralph Sapson
- The Ware Case (1938) as Skinner - the Jeweler
- Action for Slander (1937) as Sir Bernard Roper
- Victoria the Great (1937) as (uncredited)
- Take My Tip (1937) as Paradine
- Non-Stop New York (1937) as Sam Pryor
- O.H.M.S. (1937) as Regimental Sergeant-Major Briggs
- The Man Who Changed His Mind (1936) as Lord Haslewood
- Rhodes of Africa (1936) as Barney Barnato
- Tudor Rose (1936) as Henry VIII
- The 39 Steps (1935) as Sheriff Watson
- The Clairvoyant (1935) as MacGregor (uncredited)
- The Guv'nor (1935) as Barsac
- The Passing of the Third Floor Back (1935) as Wright
- The Dictator (1935) as Sir Murray Keith
- Colonel Blood (1934) as Colonel Blood
- The Fire Raisers (1934) as Brent
- Lorna Doone (1934) as Capt. Jeremy Stickles
- Doss House (1933) as Editor
- The Golden Cage (1933)
- The Song You Gave Me (1933)
- Hearts of Oak (1933)
- Tin Gods (1932) as Major Drake
- Her Reputation (1931) as Henry Sloane
- Gloria (1916) as Louis Martino
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Frank Cellier best known for?
Frank Cellier is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The 39 Steps (1935).
When and where was Frank Cellier born?
Frank Cellier was born on February 23, 1884 in Surbiton, Surrey, England, UK. They passed away on September 27, 1948.
How many credits does Frank Cellier have?
Frank Cellier has accumulated over 39 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1931 to 1948.
What is Frank Cellier's background in cinema and television?
Frank Cellier was an English actor born on February 23, 1884, in Surbiton, Surrey, England, UK. Early in his career, he toured in Britain, Germany, the West Indies, America, and South Africa. During the 1920s, he became known in the West End for Shakespearean character roles and other parts, and he also directed some o...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The 39 Steps (1935) as Sheriff Watson — aged about 51
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