Albert Préjean

Albert Préjean was a French actor who is best known for Under the Roofs of Paris, The Threepenny Opera, and Cecile Is Dead. He had a successful career in film and television, making significant contributions to early French comedy.

Personal and Family Life

Albert Préjean was born on October 27, 1894, in Pantin, Seine-Saint-Denis, France. He was married several times, including to Jeanne Poché, Lysiane Rey, and Augusta Favas. He had one child, Patrick Préjean, and a grandchild named Laura Préjean. His diverse experiences, including being a flying ace and acrobat, influenced his acting career.

Career Highlights

Before his acting career, Albert Préjean worked as a stuntman and a nightclub singer, which allowed him to shine in musical roles in films. His transition into acting began with Rene Clair’s debut film At 3:25 in 1925. Throughout his career, he became well-known in early French cinema, particularly in comedic roles.

Death and Legacy

Albert Préjean passed away on November 1, 1979, in Paris, France, due to a heart attack. He left behind a notable legacy in the film industry, remembered for his contributions to French comedy and music in cinema. His work continues to influence actors and filmmakers in the French film industry.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
L’Alibi 1937-12-22 Laurent
Paris qui dort 1925-01-01 L’aviateur
La crise est finie 1934-10-05 Marcel
Au Bonheur des Dames 1943-07-20 Mouret
Le Voyage imaginaire 1926-04-30 Albert
Sous les toits de Paris 1930-04-28 Albert
Mollenard 1938-01-26 Kerrotret
Jenny 1936-09-18 Lucien Dancret
Un chapeau de paille d’Italie 1928-01-13 Fadinard
L’Opéra de quat’sous 1931-06-08 Mackie
Cécile est morte 1944-03-08 Le commissaire Maigret
Picpus 1943-02-12 Maigret
Les Nouveaux Messieurs 1929-11-20 Jacques Gaillac
Le Fantôme du Moulin-Rouge 1925-03-13 The reporter Jean Degland
Les Caves du Majestic 1945-08-11 Le commissaire Jules Maigret
La Vie de plaisir 1944-05-16 Albert Maulette
Bomben auf Monte Carlo 1960-03-11 Oberst Joseph Ward
Le Paquebot Tenacity 1934-04-01 Bastien
Princesse Tam-Tam 1935-11-02 Max de Mirecourt
Quelle drôle de gosse! 1935-05-17 Gaston Villaret
L’assassin n’est pas coupable 1946-07-29 Julien Brisseau
Métropolitain 1939-02-08 Pierre Carnot
Le Joueur d’échecs 1927-05-17
Volga en flammes 1934-02-09 Orloff
Caprices 1942-02-16 Philippe
Les Bleus du ciel 1933-11-24
Toto 1933-09-21 Toto
Le Contrôleur des Wagons-Lits 1935-02-16 Albert Bernard
Dédé la musique 1942-03-11 Dédé
Adorables démons 1957-06-04 Ernest
Ils sont dans les vignes… 1952-10-31 Pimpin Desbordes
Les Trois Mousquetaires 1921-10-13 Un garde du cardinal
Madame hat Ausgang 1931-12-14
L’Or du Cristobal 1940-04-22 Dupuy – le second
Un chapeau de paille d’Italie 1928-01-13 Fadinard, le marié
Un soir de rafle 1931-07-09 Georget dit Battling Georget
Bonne chance, Charlie 1962-07-11 Cardin
Dédé 1934-12-20 Robert Dauvergne
À rebrousse-poil 1961-02-08
Le Miracle des loups 1924