Frank Vosper was an English actor known for his roles in films such as Shadows on the Stairs, A Night of Terror, and Love from a Stranger. Born on December 15, 1899, in Hampstead, London, he became famous for portraying suave villains in movies.
Personal and Family Life
Frank Vosper was the son of a doctor and had a sister named Margery Vosper, who worked as a literary agent. He began his stage career in 1919 and gained recognition for his talent as an actor and playwright.
Career Achievements
During his career, Vosper appeared in several notable films and earned a reputation as a skilled character actor. His most memorable performance was as an assassin in Alfred Hitchcock’s The Man Who Knew Too Much released in 1934.
Death and Legacy
Frank Vosper tragically died on March 6, 1937, in a mysterious incident where he fell overboard and drowned during a sea voyage from New York to England aboard the liner “Paris.” His untimely death occurred at the height of his career, leaving behind a legacy of compelling performances.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Man Who Knew Too Much | 1934-12-01 | Ramon Levine |
| Waltzes from Vienna | 1934-03-15 | Prince Gustav |
| Rome Express | 1932-10-31 | M. Jolif |
| Koenigsmark | 1935-12-04 | Maj. Baron de Boise |
| Jew Süss | 1934-10-13 | Duke Karl Alexander |
| Secret of Stamboul | 1936-10-05 | Kazdim |
| Heart’s Desire | 1935-08-01 | Van Straaten |
| Red Ensign | 1934-06-17 | Lord Dean |
| Dick Turpin | 1933-12-01 | Tom King |
| Open All Night | 1934-01-01 | Anton |
| Blind Justice | 1935-03-04 | Dick Cheriton |
| Spy of Napoleon | 1936-09-09 | Napoleon III |
| The Last Post | 1929-01-11 | Paul |
| Royal Cavalcade | 1935-04-15 | Capt. Robert Falcon Scott |