Gérard Oury

Gérard Oury

Deceased · Born: Apr 29, 1919 · Died: Jul 19, 2006

Personal Details

BornApr 29, 1919 Paris, France
Relatives
  • Christopher Thompson (Grandchild)
  • Caroline Thompson (Grandchild)

Biography

Gérard Oury, a renowned French actor and writer, made his mark on the world of cinema with his versatility and talent. Born on April 29, 1919, in the vibrant city of Paris, France, Oury's life was marked by a passion for the performing arts.

As an actor, Oury appeared in a range of films, showcasing his impressive range and depth. Some of his most notable roles include those in the 1965 film "The Sucker", the 1966 film "Don't Look Now... We're Being Shot At!", and the 1982 film "Ace of Aces".

Beyond his work as an actor, Oury was also a talented writer. His written works added an additional layer of creativity and nuance to his films, cementing his status as a master of his craft.

In his personal life, Oury was married to the lovely Jacqueline Roman. Together, they shared a deep love and commitment to one another.

Sadly, Gérard Oury's life came to an end on July 19, 2006, in the picturesque town of Saint-Tropez, Var, France. His legacy, however, lives on through the countless films and performances he gave during his lifetime, leaving behind a lasting impact on the world of cinema.

Career

1986
A Man and a Woman: 20 Years Later
A Man and a Woman: 20 Years Later as Un spectateur de '40 ans déjà'
1963
The Prize
The Prize as Claude Marceau
1959
The Journey
The Journey as Teklel Hafouli
1956
Triple Deception
Triple Deception as Julius Pindar
1954
They Who Dare
They Who Dare as Captain George Two
The Detective
The Detective as Inspector Dubois
Sea Devils
Sea Devils as Napoleon
The Sword and the Rose
The Sword and the Rose as Dauphin of France
1982
Ace of Aces
Ace of Aces as Director, Writer
1980
The Umbrella Coup
The Umbrella Coup as Director, Writer
1973
1971
Delusions of Grandeur
Delusions of Grandeur as Director, Writer
1966
La Grande Vadrouille
La Grande Vadrouille as Director, Screenplay
1965
The Sucker
The Sucker as Director, Screenplay