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William Claude Rains (10 November 1889 – 30 May 1967) was a British and American actor whose career spanned almost seven decades.
IMDb profile of Claude Rains, a British actor who starred in classic films such as The Invisible Man, Casablanca, and Notorious. Learn about his life, career, roles, and nominations for four Oscars.
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- Clapham, London, England, UK
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- Laconia, New Hampshire, USA
- The Invisible Man (1933) Rains made a spectacular American film debut in this sci-fi horror classic that has a little bit of comedy thrown in too. Based on the H.G.
- Casablanca (1942) When people think of this Best Picture classic, it is Humphrey Bogart as Rick and Ingrid Bergman as Ilsa who come to mind, in one of the most celebrated cinematic love stories of all time.
- Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939) The films that withstand the test of time not only have the great leading actors of the generation, but are generally surrounded by the best character actors of the time as well.
- Notorious (1946) Rains received his fourth and final Best Supporting Actor Academy Award nomination for this film noir directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Devlin (Cary Grant) is a spy who uses beautiful Alicia (Ingrid Bergman) to infiltrate a group of exiled Nazis in Argentina.
May 26, 2024 · Claude Rains, British motion picture and stage character actor noted for his smooth distinguished voice, polished ironic style, and intelligent portrayal of a variety of roles, ranging from villains to sympathetic gentlemen. His films included The Invisible Man (1933), Casablanca (1942), and Notorious (1946).
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Learn about the life and career of Claude Rains, a British-born actor who became a Hollywood star in the 1930s and 1940s. He was known for his versatile roles, distinctive voice, and four Oscar nominations.
- November 10, 1889
- May 30, 1967
Jan 13, 2024 · Claude Rains delivers an unforgettable performance as Captain Louis Renault, the morally ambiguous French police officer. His witty and dynamic portrayal brings necessary levity to the film, contributing to its enduring success as a classic piece of American cinema.
Learn about Claude Rains, a British-born actor who became a Hollywood star in the 1930s and 1940s. He was known for his subtle nuances, perfect diction, and mellifluous voice in diverse roles, from The Invisible Man to Casablanca.
