Jameson Clark was an American actor who is best known for Whisky Galore!, Geordie, and The Bridal Path. Born James Clark in Kilbirnie, Scotland, he made a significant impact in both theater and film.
Personal and Family Life
Jameson Clark, born in 1907 in Kilbirnie, was the son of a blacksmith. He had a family and lived at Thrums, Kilbirnie, with his wife and son. His acting career began with an amateur production of The Old Lady Shows Her Medals, which paved the way for his first professional appearance at The Pavilion in Glasgow.
Career Highlights
Clark’s first film role was in The Ship Builders, and he went on to appear in several notable films including Whisky Galore! and Rockets Galore. He also had a successful television career, featuring in the show Miss Adventure alongside Hattie Jacques.
Death and Legacy
Jameson Clark passed away on January 4, 1984, in his hometown of Kilbirnie, Scotland. Left behind a legacy of memorable performances, he is still celebrated for his contributions to stage and screen, particularly in Scottish cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Battle of the Sexes | 1960-02-25 | Andrew Darling |
| Ring of Bright Water | 1969-06-18 | Storekeeper |
| Bond of Fear | 1956-04-01 | Scotty |
| X the Unknown | 1956-09-21 | Jack Harding |
| Beyond This Place | 1959-04-28 | James Swann |
| The Brave Don’t Cry | 1952-08-01 | Doctor Andrew Kerr |
| The 39 Steps | 1959-03-13 | MacDougal |
| The ‘Maggie’ | 1954-02-25 | Dirty Dan |
| Whisky Galore! | 1949-06-16 | Constable Macrae |
| Geordie | 1955-09-02 | Geordie’s Father |
| The Key | 1958-05-28 | English Captain |
| The Long Haul | 1957-08-27 | Sam MacNaughton |
| Just Another Saturday | 1975-07-05 | |
| High Terrace | 1956-10-01 | Detective Inspector Mackay |
| Laxdale Hall | 1953-04-01 | Roderick McLeod |
| The Kidnappers | 1953-12-01 | Tom Cameron |
| A Pair of Briefs | 1962-03-01 | George Lockwood |
| Ploughman’s Share | 1979-02-27 | Barman |
| Rockets Galore | 1958-10-19 | Constable Macrae |
| The Bridal Path | 1959-08-05 | PC at Crossroads |
| The Long Arm | 1956-06-01 | Detective Superintendent Ogilvie |
| Greyfriars Bobby | 1961-07-17 | Constable |
| Toff and Fingers | 1960-07-03 | Hector |
| Playing Away | 1961-01-01 | Narrator |
| No Hiding Place | 1959-09-16 | |
| Victoria Regina | 1964-11-13 | John Brown |
| The Man In Room 17 | 1965-06-11 | Inspector Mainwaring |