Eugene Deckers was an American actor best known for his performances in North West Frontier (1959), The Detective (1954), and The Rat Catchers (1966).
Personal and Family Life
Eugene Deckers was born on October 22, 1913, in Antwerp, Belgium. He began his acting career on stage in France before World War II, later fleeing to Britain during the German occupation. Known for his distinctive appearance, with a heavily-lined face and tousled hair, he often played minor villain roles throughout his career.
Career
Deckers made a significant impact in film and television from 1946 to 1962, featuring in various productions as shifty minor villains, concierges, and bureaucrats. He was a character actor and portrayed memorable roles, including a character from Patrick Modiano’s novel, Chien de printemps (1993).
Death and Legacy
Eugene Deckers passed away from a heart attack on July 13, 1977, in Paris, France. He is remembered for his contributions to film and theatre and left a lasting impression with his unique roles that showcased his acting talent.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Against the Wind | 1948-02-01 | Marcel van Hecke |
| The Assassination Bureau | 1969-03-09 | ‘La Belle Amie’ desk clerk |
| Le fauve est lâché | 1959-01-21 | Toni Luigi (as G. Deckers) |
| Highly Dangerous | 1950-12-06 | Alf |
| Golden Salamander | 1950-02-01 | Police Chief |
| House of Secrets | 1956-10-23 | Vidal |
| Dual Alibi | 1947-06-03 | French Ringmaster |
| Port Afrique | 1956-06-18 | Col. Jacques Moussac |
| Seven Thunders | 1957-09-04 | Blanchard |
| Let’s Be Happy | 1957-05-07 | Dining Car Attendant |
| The Lavender Hill Mob | 1951-06-28 | Customs Official |
| Coplan prend des risques | 1964-04-30 | Homme de main de Bianco |
| North West Frontier | 1959-10-13 | Mr Peters |
| So Long at the Fair | 1950-05-31 | Day Porter |
| Foreign Intrigue | 1956-07-01 | Pierre Sandoz |
| Sleeping Car to Trieste | 1948-10-06 | Jules |
| Le Grand Restaurant | 1966-09-09 | Le complice de Novalès |
| Captain Horatio Hornblower R.N. | 1951-04-10 | French Commandant |
| The Colditz Story | 1955-01-25 | La Tour |
| Hell is Empty | 1967-12-20 | Counsel |
| Madeleine | 1950-02-16 | Thuau |
| Night Without Stars | 1951-04-03 | Armand |
| A Weekend with Lulu | 1961-04-10 | Inspector Larue |
| The Longest Day | 1962-09-25 | German Soldier (uncredited) |
| The Limbo Line | 1969-03-03 | |
| The Last Safari | 1967-11-01 | Refugee Leader |
| Lady L | 1965-12-17 | Koenigstein |
| Hotel Sahara | 1951-07-09 | French Spahi Officer |
| Women Without Men | 1956-06-01 | Pierre |
| Mrs. Fitzherbert | 1947-12-03 | Philippe |
| The Elusive Pimpernel | 1950-11-07 | Captain Merieres |
| The Iron Petticoat | 1956-09-01 | Bartender |
| The Love Lottery | 1954-01-30 | Vernet |
| Doctor at Sea | 1955-07-12 | Colonel Perello |
| Prince of Foxes | 1949-11-11 | Borgia Henchman (uncredited) |
| Father Brown | 1954-06-08 | French Cavalry Officer |
| Blague dans le coin | 1963-11-13 | |
| The Saint | 1962-10-04 | Inspector Quercy |
| Sherlock Holmes | 1954-10-18 | |
| Westinghouse Desilu Playhouse | 1958-10-06 | |
| Colonel March of Scotland Yard | 1956-02-22 | Phillipe |