Anna Massey

Anna Massey

Deceased · Born: Aug 11, 1937 · Died: Jul 2, 2011

Personal Details

BornAug 11, 1937 Thakeham, West Sussex, England, UK
Spouse
  • Dr. Uri Andres

    ( Nov 22, 1988 to Jul 2, 2011 )
  • Jeremy Brett

    ( May 24, 1958 to Nov 9, 1962 )
Parents
  • Raymond Massey
  • Adrianne Allen

Biography

Anna Massey, a renowned British actress, entered this world on August 11, 1937, in the picturesque village of Thakeham, situated in the heart of West Sussex, England, UK. Throughout her illustrious career, she gained recognition for her captivating performances in a variety of film roles, including the iconic 1960 thriller Peeping Tom, the 1972 psychological horror film Frenzy, and the 2004 psychological drama The Machinist, which showcased her remarkable range and versatility as an actress.

In her personal life, Anna Massey was married twice, first to Dr. Uri Andres, and then to the celebrated actor Jeremy Brett, with whom she shared a deep emotional bond. Despite the ups and downs that life often brings, Anna Massey's love for her craft and her loved ones remained unwavering, leaving an indelible mark on the world of cinema and those who knew her.

Sadly, Anna Massey's journey on this earth came to a close on July 2, 2011, in London, England, UK, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire and entertain generations to come.

Career

2008
Affinity
Affinity as Miss Haxby
The Oxford Murders
The Oxford Murders as Julia Eagleton
2007
Oliver Twist
Oliver Twist as Mrs Bedwin
Inspector Lewis
Inspector Lewis as Prof. Margaret Gold
2006
The Gigolos
The Gigolos as Edwina
Pinochet in Suburbia
Pinochet in Suburbia as Baroness Thatcher
A Good Murder
A Good Murder as Phyllis
2005
2004
The Machinist
The Machinist as Mrs. Shike
Belonging
Belonging as Brenda
2002
The Importance of Being Earnest
The Importance of Being Earnest as Miss Laetitia Prism
Possession
Possession as Lady Bailey
2001
Room to Rent
Room to Rent as Sarah Stevenson
Dark Blue World
Dark Blue World as English Teacher
2000
The Sleeper
The Sleeper as Lillian
1999
Mad Cows
Mad Cows as Dwina Phelps
1998
Déjà Vu
Déjà Vu as Fern Stoner
1997
Driftwood
Driftwood as Mother
The Slab Boys
The Slab Boys as Miss Elsie Walkinshaw
1996
Sweet Angel Mine
Sweet Angel Mine as Megan's Mother
1995
Haunted
Haunted as Nanny Tess Webb
1994
Screen One
Screen One as Rosemary
1992
Emily's Ghost
Emily's Ghost as Miss Rabstock
1991
Impromptu
Impromptu as George Sand's Mother
The Darling Buds of May
The Darling Buds of May as Mlle. Antoinette Dupont
1990
Screen Two
Screen Two as Julia Wallace
Mountains of the Moon
Mountains of the Moon as Mrs. Arundell
1988
Tears in the Rain
Tears in the Rain as Lady Emily
1987
1986
Screen Two
Screen Two as Edith Hope
Foreign Body
Foreign Body as Miss Furze
1985
Sacred Hearts
Sacred Hearts as Sister Thomas
1984
The Chain
The Chain as Betty
Sakharov
Sakharov as Klavdia
Another Country
Another Country as Imogen Bennett
Play for Today
Play for Today as Radio voice
1983
Mansfield Park
Mansfield Park as Mrs Norris
1982
I Remember Nelson
I Remember Nelson as Lady Frances Nelson
Five Days One Summer
Five Days One Summer as Jennifer Pierce
1981
1980
Sweet William
Sweet William as Edna McClusky
1979
The Corn Is Green
The Corn Is Green as Miss Ronberry
Afternoon Off
Afternoon Off as Coffee Shop Owner
A Little Romance
A Little Romance as Ms. Siegel
Rebecca
Rebecca as Mrs Danvers
1978
The Mayor of Casterbridge
The Mayor of Casterbridge as Lucetta Farfrae/Templeman
1976
BBC2 Playhouse
BBC2 Playhouse as Isabella Ridout
1973
A Doll's House
A Doll's House as Kristine Linde
The Vault of Horror
The Vault of Horror as Donna Rogers (segment 1 "Midnight Mess")
1972
Frenzy
Frenzy as Barbara Jane 'Babs' Milligan
1969
De Sade
De Sade as Renée de Montreuil
David Copperfield
David Copperfield as Jane Murdstone
1965
Bunny Lake Is Missing
Bunny Lake Is Missing as Elvira Smollett
1960
Peeping Tom
Peeping Tom as Helen Stephens
1958