Georges Grey, sometimes credited as George Grey, was an American actor best known for his roles in films such as Quadrille, La Fille du puisatier, and Monsieur Hector. Born Jean-Joseph-Georges Gacon on January 19, 1911, in Lyon, France, he had a successful career in cinema until his untimely death in 1954.
Personal and Family Life
Georges Grey was born to a French family in Lyon. Details about his family and personal life are scarce, but he began his career in the film industry shortly after completing his education. He took on various roles, leading to his eventual recognition as a talented actor in French cinema.
Career
Grey made his film debut in 1937 and quickly gained popularity, especially for his work with director Sacha Guitry. Over the years, he starred in many notable films and collaborated with several talented directors. Some of his roles, such as a charismatic matinee idol and a charming prince, showcased his versatility and appeal to audiences.
Death and Legacy
Georges Grey died on April 2, 1954, in Passy, France, at the young age of 43. His contributions to French cinema, particularly his collaborations with Sacha Guitry, left a lasting impression on film history, although he has not remained widely known in popular culture today.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Huit hommes dans un château | 1942-12-09 | Alain |
| La Fille du puisatier | 1940-12-20 | Jacques Mazel |
| Quadrille | 1938-01-29 | Carl Erickson (as George Grey) |
| Monsieur Hector | 1940-12-13 | Le vicomte de Saint-Amand |
| Adémaï bandit d’honneur | 1943-09-01 | acteur |
| La Ferme des sept péchés | 1949-09-16 | Pierre Dubois |
| Remontons les Champs-Elysées | 1938-12-02 | Le Prince de Joinville |
| El gran Serafín | 1987-01-01 | Doberman |
| Ils étaient neuf célibataires | 1939-09-29 | Michel Servais |
| Narcisse | 1940-02-10 | Robert |
| Le Collier de chanvre | 1940-11-23 | Le Captain Herbert Lake |
| Le valet maître | 1941-10-30 | |
| Cartacalha, reine des gitans | 1942-01-21 | |
| Chambre 13 | 1942-01-31 | |
| La Duchesse de Langeais | 1942-03-27 | Henri de Marsay |
| Le Destin fabuleux de Désirée Clary | 1941-07-03 | Junot |
| Patricia | 1942-10-27 | Dominique |
| Le Voile bleu | 1942-11-18 | Gérard Volnar-Bussel |
| Huit hommes dans un château | 1942-12-09 | Alain Severac |
| Monsieur Grégoire s’évade | 1946-05-03 | Chief Inspector Lenoir |
| Plume la poule | 1947-05-28 | Pierre |
| Tierce à cœur | 1947-12-10 | Jérôme de Latour Martin |
| Le Comédien | 1948-02-26 | |
| Le Diable boiteux | 1948-07-11 | Caulaincourt |