Charles Boyer

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Biography

Charles Boyer (28 August 1899 – 26 August 1978) was a French actor who appeared in more than 80 films between 1920 and 1976. After receiving an education in drama, Boyer started on the stage, but he found success in movies during the 1930s. His memorable performances were among the era's most highly praised romantic dramas, Algiers (1938) and Love Affair (1939). Another famous role was in the 1944 mystery-thriller Gaslight. He received four Academy Award nominations for Best Actor.

Career Overview

Charles Boyer has 97 screen credits in a career dating back to 1920. Signature works include Gaslight, The Earrings of Madame de..., La bataille. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

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Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
97
Birth Date
1899-08-28 00:00:00
Birth Place
Figeac, Lot, Midi-Pyrénées, France

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