Philip Merivale

Philip Merivale

Deceased · Born: Nov 2, 1886 · Died: Mar 12, 1946

Personal Details

BornNov 2, 1886 Rehutia, Manickpur, India
Spouse
  • Gladys Cooper

    ( Apr 30, 1937 to Mar 12, 1946 )
  • Viva Birkett

    ( Jul 23, 1912 to Jun 26, 1934 )

Biography

Philip Merivale, a multifaceted individual of remarkable talent, was born on November 2, 1886, in the picturesque town of Rehutia, Manickpur, India, a land steeped in rich cultural heritage.

With a career spanning the realms of both acting and writing, Merivale left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment. His impressive repertoire of works includes notable films such as The Stranger (1946),Mr. & Mrs. Smith (1941),and This Above All (1942),which showcased his versatility and skill as a performer.

In his personal life, Merivale was married twice, first to the esteemed actress Gladys Cooper, and subsequently to Viva Birkett. This Above All (1942),which starred Merivale alongside Joan Fontaine, was a notable highlight of his acting career.

Philip Merivale's life came to a close on March 12, 1946, in Los Angeles, California, USA, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire and entertain audiences to this day.

Career

1946
Sister Kenny
Sister Kenny as Dr. Brack
The Stranger
The Stranger as Judge Adam Longstreet
1945
Adventure
Adventure as Old Ramon Estado
Tonight and Every Night
Tonight and Every Night as Reverend Gerald Lundy
1944
Nothing But Trouble
Nothing But Trouble as Prince Saul
The Hour Before the Dawn
The Hour Before the Dawn as Sir Leslie Buchanon
1943
This Land Is Mine
This Land Is Mine as Professor Sorel
Lost Angel
Lost Angel as Professor Peter Vincent
1942
Lady for a Night
Lady for a Night as Stephen Alderson
Crossroads
Crossroads as Commissaire
This Above All
This Above All as Dr. Roger Cathaway
1941
Mr. & Mrs. Smith
Mr. & Mrs. Smith as Mr. Custler
Rage in Heaven
Rage in Heaven as Mr. Higgins
Pacific Blackout
Pacific Blackout as John Runnell
1936
Give Us This Night
Give Us This Night as Marcello Bonelli