Gordon Begg was an American actor known for his roles in Great Expectations, What Do We Do Now?, and The Bandolero. Born on January 14, 1868, in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK, he passed away on February 4, 1954, in Battersea, London, England, UK.
Personal and Family Life
Details about Gordon Begg’s personal and family life are limited. He was born Alexander Gordon Begg and spent his later years in England, where he continued to work as an actor. His family background is not widely documented.
Career
Gordon Begg had a prolific career in film and television, with notable performances in various genres. He appeared in several films ranging from dramas to comedies, showcasing his versatility as an actor. His work includes roles in both major and minor productions, establishing him as a familiar face in early British cinema.
Death and Legacy
Gordon Begg died on February 4, 1954, in a road accident in Battersea, London. His passing marked the end of a diverse acting career, and while he may not be a household name today, his contributions to film in the mid-20th century remain part of cinema history.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Elstree Calling | 1930-02-06 | Shakespeare |
| They Knew Mr. Knight | 1946-03-05 | Sims |
| The Marriage of Corbal | 1936-05-28 | Shepherd |
| Sons of the Sea | 1939-12-23 | Waiter |
| Piccadilly | 1929-02-01 | Coroner |
| Great Expectations | 1946-12-26 | Night Porter |
| Out of the Blue | 1931-11-05 | Mumford |
| The Sleeping Cardinal | 1931-02-15 | Marston, the butler |
| Strictly Business | 1931-12-29 | Stormont |
| A Sinless Sinner | 1919-08-01 | Dr. Norton |
| The Celestial City | 1929-03-01 | Truscott |
| Clothes Make the Woman | 1928-06-04 | |
| Where There’s a Will | 1936-08-10 | Aldrich, the Butler |
| This Week of Grace | 1933-06-30 | |
| The Night of the Party | 1934-07-16 | Miles |
| The Lamp Still Burns | 1943-11-29 | Old Carter (uncredited) |
| Dangerous Ground | 1934-05-01 | Holford |
| English Without Tears | 1944-07-28 | Grandfather Gilbey |
| Medal for the General | 1944-11-06 | Old Steward (uncredited) |
| Strawberry Roan | 1944-12-31 | Shepherd (uncredited) |
| The Vengeance of Nana | 1915-05-01 | |
| The Queen of Spades | 1949-03-16 | General Volcholnikov |
| The Shadow | 1933-03-02 | Willit |
| Sword of Honour | 1939-08-13 | Grandpa Brown |
| Sacrifice | 1929-03-26 | Cheriton |
| What Do We Do Now? | 1946-01-01 | Stage Door Keeper |
| The Bandolero | 1924-10-20 | Padre Domingo |