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Alastair Sim (1900-1976) was a Scottish character actor who starred in many films and stage plays. He is best known for his roles in Scrooge, The Belles of St. Trinian's and An Inspector Calls.
Alastair Sim was a Scottish actor, director and writer who starred in many British films and TV shows from 1936 to 1976. He is best known for his comedic roles, such as Ebenezer Scrooge in A Christmas Carol and Inspector Poole in An Inspector Calls.
- January 1, 1
- Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
- January 1, 1
- St. Pancras, London, England, UK
Alastair Sim. Actor: A Christmas Carol. The son of Alexander Sim JP and Isabella McIntyre, Alastair Sim was educated in Edinburgh. Always interested in language (especially the spoken word) he became the Fulton Lecturer in Elocution at New College, Edinburgh University from 1925 until 1930.
- October 9, 1900
- August 19, 1976
A Christmas Carol: Directed by Brian Desmond Hurst. With Alastair Sim, Kathleen Harrison, Mervyn Johns, Hermione Baddeley. Ebenezer Scrooge, a curmudgeonly, miserly businessman, has no time for sentimentality and largely views Christmas as a waste of time.
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- Drama, Family, Fantasy
- Brian Desmond Hurst
- 1951-12-02
- Scrooge. Patrick Macnee, Alastair Sim, Jack Warner. 99 votes. A timeless classic, Scrooge is a must-see for fans of Alastair Sim and Charles Dickens alike. Adapted from the beloved literary masterpiece, A Christmas Carol, this 1951 adaptation showcases Sim's exceptional acting prowess as Ebenezer Scrooge - a miserly old man who is visited by three spirits in an attempt to change his ways before it is too late.
- An Inspector Calls. Alastair Sim, Arthur Young, Olga Lindo. 58 votes. In this captivating 1954 British drama film, Alastair Sim delivers a powerful performance as the enigmatic Inspector Poole investigating the mysterious death of a young woman.
- Green for Danger. Alastair Sim, Trevor Howard, Sally Gray. 50 votes. An enthralling blend of mystery and suspense set during World War II, Green for Danger sees Alastair Sim excel in his role as Inspector Cockrill of Scotland Yard in this 1946 adaptation of Christianna Brand's novel.
- School for Scoundrels. Dennis Price, Alastair Sim, John Le Mesurier. 51 votes. In this 1960 British comedy classic, Alastair Sim steals the show as the cunning Mr. S. Potter, founder of the "School for Lifemanship" – a dubious institution that teaches its pupils how to manipulate and outwit their way through life's challenges.
A comprehensive overview of the career and achievements of the Scottish actor Alastair Sim (1900–1976), who performed in theatre, film and television. Find his stage credits, filmography, biography, awards and notable roles.
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Alastair Sim was a Scottish character actor who starred in classic British films such as Scrooge, An Inspector Calls, and St. Trinian's. Learn more about his biography, filmography, and awards on TMDB.
