Born: October 1, 1903 – Died: April 25, 1989
George Coulouris, born on October 1, 1903, in Manchester, England, was the son of a Greek immigrant father who worked as a merchant and an English mother. He received his education at England's Manchester Grammar School. As an actor, Coulouris possessed a remarkable talent for portraying villains, particularly wealthy businessmen, but he was equally skilled at taking on more virtuous roles. Notably, he became a member of Orson Welles' celebrated Mercury theater players, showcasing his acting prowess in iconic films like "Citizen Kane" (1941) and "For Whom the Bell Tolls" (1943). Coulouris also ventured into writing later in life, offering captivating memoirs about his early experiences in Manchester and the stage. His contributions to both stage and screen left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.
Early Life and Career
George Coulouris, hailing from Manchester, England, had a modest upbringing and attended Manchester Grammar school for his education. He began his journey into the world of acting by studying under Elsie Fogerty at London's Central School of Speech and Drama. His professional debut on the London stage came in 1925 with "Henry V" at the Old Vic. Coulouris later crossed the Atlantic to Broadway, making his mark in the theater world.
However, it was his collaboration with Orson Welles in the Mercury Theatre that truly catapulted his career to new heights. His portrayal of Mark Antony in the modern dress production of "Julius Caesar" (1937) garnered critical acclaim. When Welles ventured to Hollywood to create the iconic "Citizen Kane" (1941), Coulouris played the role of Walter Parks Thatcher, solidifying his place in movie history.
Throughout the 1940s, Coulouris continued to shine in character roles in Hollywood productions, earning recognition for his versatile acting skills. Awards and accolades came his way, contributing to his status as a respected figure in the entertainment industry.
In his personal life, George Coulouris was married to Elizabeth Donaldson from 1977 until his death in 1989. He had two children, George Franklin and Mary Louise, who pursued their own paths in academia and the arts.
Coulouris's impact on Hollywood and the broader entertainment industry is undeniable. His ability to seamlessly transition between villainous and virtuous roles, coupled with his distinctive appearance, made him a sought-after talent. While he may not be as widely recognized as some Hollywood legends, his contributions remain an integral part of the industry's history, solidifying his status as a respected actor in the annals of film and theater.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Mussolini: The Untold Story (TV Mini Series) | DeBono |
| 1984 | Hart to Hart (TV Series) | Nicholas Kalvos |
| 1983 | Jemima Shore Investigates (TV Series) | Sokrates |
| 1981 | The Little World of Don Camillo (TV Series) | Del Cantone |
| 1980 | The Long Good Friday | Gus (uncredited) |
| 1978 | The Birds Fall Down (TV Mini Series) | Nikolai |
| 1978 | People Like Us (TV Mini Series) | Jacob Sokolski |
| 1978 | The Doombolt Chase (TV Series) | Franz Bayard |
| 1976 | BBC2 Playhouse (TV Series) | Hans Daedalus |
| 1976 | The Ritz | Old Man Vespucci |
| 1976 | Shout at the Devil | El Keb |
| 1975 | Crown Court (TV Series) | Father Attard |
| 1974 | The Antichrist | Father Mittner |
| 1974 | Murder on the Orient Express | Doctor Constantine |
| 1974 | It's Not the Size That Counts | Prof. Godowski |
| 1974 | Mahler | Doctor Roth |
| 1974 | The Wide World of Mystery (TV Series) Suicide Club (TV Movie) | Unknown |
| 1973 | Papillon | Dr. Chatal |
| 1973 | The Final Programme | Dr. Powys |
| 1973 | Coffee, Tea or Me? (TV Movie) | Doctor |
| 1973 | The Stranger (TV Movie) | Max Greene |
| 1973 | Search (TV Series) | Conte Carmine Lucchese |
| 1972 | BBC Play of the Month (TV Series) | Shepherd |
| 1972 | Tower of Evil | John Gurney |
| 1972 | Clouds of Witness (TV Mini Series) | Mr. Grimthorpe |
| 1971 | A Clockwork Orange | Professor (uncredited) |
| 1971 | Blood from the Mummy's Tomb | Berigan |
| 1970 | Unfair! (Short) | Judge (as George Colouris) |
| 1970 | No Blade of Grass | Mr. Sturdevant |
| 1970 | Ours Is a Nice House (TV Series) | Rudolph Schultz |
| 1970 | On Trial (TV Mini Series) | Edward Teller |
| 1969 | Land Raiders | Cardenas |
| 1969 | Christ Recrucified (TV Mini Series) | Old Ladas |
| 1969 | The Assassination Bureau | Swiss Peasant |
| 1968 | Koroshi (TV Movie) | Controller (as George Colouris) |
| 1968 | Treasure Island (TV Series) | Black Dog |
| 1968 | The Other People | Police Inspector |
| 1967 | The Prisoner (TV Series) | Man with the Stick |
| 1967 | Dundee and the Culhane (TV Series) | Jeremiah Scrubbs |
| 1967 | Haunted (TV Mini Series) | Vice Chancellor |
| 1967 | Secret Agent (TV Series) | Controller (as George Colouris) |
| 1967 | The Wednesday Play (TV Series) | Pokorny |
| 1966 | Too Many Thieves | Andrew |
| 1966 | Arabesque | Ragheeb |
| 1966 | The Trials of O'Brien (TV Series) | Cassiano Andrews |
| 1965 | Scruggs | Unknown |
| 1965 | Hereward the Wake (TV Series) | Thord Gunlaugsson |
| 1962–1965 | The Dickie Henderson Show (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1965 | The Skull | Dr. Londe |
| 1965 | The Crooked Road | Carlo |
| 1965 | R3 (TV Series) | Professor Vergas |
| 1964 | Miss Adventure (TV Series) | Sgt. Papas | Sergeant Papas |
| 1964 | Doctor Who (TV Series) | Arbitan |
| 1961–1963 | Maigret (TV Series) | Hotel Manager | Lorilleux |
| 1963 | Zero One (TV Series) | Garcia |
| 1963 | Crane (TV Series) | Dr. Jackson |
| 1963 | In the Cool of the Day | (scenes deleted) |
| 1963 | Jezebel ex UK (TV Series) | Sir George Jackson |
| 1963 | Come Fly with Me | Vienna Police Inspector (uncredited) |
| 1963 | Z Cars (TV Series) | Watchman |
| 1962 | The Third Man (TV Series) | Captain Roget |
| 1962 | Man of the World (TV Series) | Gomez |
| 1962 | Suspense (TV Series) | Dr. Bennett |
| 1961 | Ghost Squad (TV Series) | Kowska |
| 1961 | King of Kings | Camel Driver |
| 1961 | Pathfinders to Venus (TV Series) | Harcourt Brown |
| 1961 | Fury at Smugglers' Bay | François Lejeune |
| 1961 | Danger Man (TV Series) | Police Commissioner (as George Colouris) |
| 1960–1961 | Pathfinders to Mars (TV Series) | Harcourt Brown | Harcourt Brown - The Imposter |
| 1960 | Surprise Package | Dr. Hugo Panzer |
| 1960 | The Boy Who Stole a Million | Bank Manager |
| 1960 | Deadline Midnight (TV Series) | John Greig |
| 1960 | BBC Sunday-Night Play (TV Series) | Dr. Bathory |
| 1960 | Bluebeard's Ten Honeymoons | Lacoste |
| 1960 | Hancock's Half Hour (TV Series) | Mr. W. Procter |
| 1960 | Conspiracy of Hearts | Petrelli |
| 1959 | Tales of the Vikings (TV Series) | The Chancellor |
| 1959 | Charlesworth (TV Series) | Igoru |
| 1958 | Discussion Materials | Alan A Dale (as George Colouris) |
| 1958 | The Lost King (TV Series) | Simon |
| 1955–1958 | ITV Television Playhouse (TV Series) | Rasputin | Guiseppe |
| 1958 | Spy in the Sky! | Col. Benedict |
| 1958 | Law and Disorder | 'Bennie' Bensuson |
| 1958 | The Woman Eater | Doctor Moran |
| 1958 | Tank Force | Camp Commandant |
| 1958 | I Accuse! | Colonel Sandherr |
| 1958 | Saturday Playhouse (TV Series) | Cliff Elder |
| 1957 | The Vise (TV Series) | Oscar Brand |
| 1957 | The Beasts of Marseilles | Paul Bourdin |
| 1957 | The Man Without a Body | Karl Brussard |
| 1957 | Kill Me Tomorrow | Heinz Webber |
| 1957 | Tarzan and the Lost Safari | Carl Kraski |
| 1957 | Doctor at Large | Pascoe |
| 1957 | Assignment Foreign Legion (TV Series) | Sultan Ahmed Bey |
| 1957 | The O. Henry Playhouse (TV Series) | Doctor (uncredited) |
| 1956 | The Big Money | The Colonel |
| 1956 | Aggie (TV Series) | Mr. Freddie |
| 1956 | Colonel March of Scotland Yard (TV Series) | Harwood |
| 1956 | Nom-de-Plume (TV Series) | M. Felix | Editor in Munich |
| 1956 | Private's Progress | Padre (as George Colouris) |
| 1955–1956 | Rheingold Theatre (TV Series) | Craiger | Sala |
| 1955 | London Playhouse (TV Series) | Henri |
| 1951–1955 | BBC Sunday-Night Theatre (TV Series) | Kashman | Edmundo Vargas | Mr. Lee ... |
| 1955 | Doctor at Sea | 'Chippie' the Carpenter |
| 1954 | Race for Life | 'Pic' Dallapiccola |
| 1954 | The Teckman Mystery | Gavin |
| 1954 | Duel in the Jungle | Captain Malburn |
| 1954 | Doctor in the House | Briggs |
| 1954 | The Runaway Bus | Ernest Schroeder |
| 1953 | The Dog and the Diamonds | Forbes |
| 1953 | A Day to Remember | Foreign Legion Captain. (uncredited) |
| 1953 | The Heart of the Matter | Portuguese Captain |
| 1952 | A Time to Be Born (TV Movie) | An innkeeper |
| 1952 | The Assassin | Chief of Police Spadoni |
| 1951 | Outcast of the Islands | Babalatchi |
| 1951 | Island Rescue | Capt. Weiss |
| 1950 | Kill or Be Killed | Victor Sloma |
| 1948 | The Philco Television Playhouse (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1948 | Joan of Arc | Sir Robert de Baudricourt - Governor of Vaucouleurs |
| 1948 | A Southern Yankee | Maj. Jack Drumman aka The Grey Spider |
| 1948 | Beyond Glory | Lew Proctor |
| 1948 | Sleep, My Love | Charles Vernay |
| 1947 | Where There's Life | Prime Minister Krivoc |
| 1947 | Mr. District Attorney | James Randolph |
| 1947 | California | Capt. Pharaoh Coffin |
| 1946 | Nobody Lives Forever | Doc Ganson |
| 1946 | The Verdict | Supt. John R. Buckley |
| 1945 | Confidential Agent | Captain Currie |
| 1945 | Lady on a Train | Mr. Saunders |
| 1945 | Hotel Berlin | Commissioner Joachim Helm |
| 1945 | A Song to Remember | Louis Pleyel |
| 1944 | None But the Lonely Heart | Jim Mordinoy |
| 1944 | The Master Race | Colonel Frederick Von Beck |
| 1944 | Mr. Skeffington | Doctor Byles |
| 1944 | Between Two Worlds | Mr. Lingley |
| 1943 | Watch on the Rhine | Teck de Brancovis |
| 1943 | For Whom the Bell Tolls | André Massart (uncredited) |
| 1943 | This Land Is Mine | Prosecutor |
| 1943 | Assignment in Brittany | Capt. Hans Holz |
| 1941 | Citizen Kane | Walter Parks Thatcher |
| 1940 | The Lady in Question | Defense Attorney |
| 1940 | All This, and Heaven Too | Charpentier |
| 1939 | The Streets of New York (TV Movie) | Gideon Bloodgood |
| 1933 | Christopher Bean | Tallent |
| 1932 | Woman in Chains | Daventry's Manservant (uncredited) |
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