O.B. Clarence

O.B. Clarence

Deceased · Born: Mar 25, 1870 · Died: Oct 2, 1955

Personal Details

BornMar 25, 1870 London, England, UK

Biography

Oliver Burchett Clarence, a renowned English character actor, embarked on his illustrious career in the vibrant music halls. Prior to his professional pursuits, he received his education at Dover College. Clarence's early endeavors involved performing in repertory theatre, dating back to 1890. His talent and dedication subsequently led to a long-term association with actor-manager Frank Benson's esteemed troupe.

Career

1948
Emma
Emma as Mr. Woodhouse
1947
While the Sun Shines
While the Sun Shines as Old Gentleman
Meet Me at Dawn
Meet Me at Dawn as Ambassador
Great Expectations
Great Expectations as The Aged Parent
Secret Flight
Secret Flight as Old Retainer
1945
Caesar and Cleopatra
Caesar and Cleopatra as Egyptian (uncredited)
1944
On Approval
On Approval as Dr. Graham
1942
1941
Quiet Wedding
Quiet Wedding as Sir Robert McFarland, the First Magistrate
Dangerous Moonlight
Dangerous Moonlight as Waiter with Tray of Wine
Mail Train
Mail Train as Professor Mackenzie
Major Barbara
Major Barbara as Pettigrew (uncredited)
1940
Saloon Bar
Saloon Bar as Sir Archibald
Return to Yesterday
Return to Yesterday as Mr. Truscott
1939
The Human Monster
The Human Monster as Prof. John Dearborn (voice)
Pygmalion
Pygmalion as Mr. Birchwood
Young Man's Fancy
Young Man's Fancy as Guest at Reception (uncredited)
Jamaica Inn
Jamaica Inn as Coach Passenger (uncredited)
1938
George Takes the Air
George Takes the Air as Sir Philip's Gardener
1937
1936
Doomed Cargo
Doomed Cargo as Registrar
1935
Dandy Dick
Dandy Dick as Council Member
Squibs
Squibs as Sir John Barrett
1934
The Scarlet Pimpernel
The Scarlet Pimpernel as Count de Tournay
The Great Defender
The Great Defender as Mr. Hammond
Nell Gwyn
Nell Gwyn as Clockmaker
1933