Léon Courtois was a French actor best known for his roles in Napoleon (1927), The Death Agony of the Eagles (1933), and Jim la houlette, roi des voleurs (1926). He was born on October 24, 1878, in Paris, France, and died on July 18, 1941, in the same city.
Personal and Family Life
Léon Courtois was born into a time of great change in France, which likely influenced his career in the arts. Details about his family life are limited, but he spent most of his life in Paris, where he pursued his passion for acting. His contributions to film and stage were significant during the early 20th century.
Death and Legacy
Léon Courtois passed away on July 18, 1941, in Paris, France. His legacy lives on through his work in cinema, particularly his memorable performances in historical films. Though he may not be widely recognized today, his influence can still be seen in the films he appeared in.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Le Capitaine Fracasse | 1929-02-15 | Herode |
| Koenigsmark | 1935-12-04 | |
| Sous les toits de Paris | 1930-04-28 | L’inspecteur (uncredited) |
| Napoléon | 1927-04-07 | General Jean François Carteaux |
| La gitanilla | 1924-04-18 | |
| La Maison jaune de Rio | 1931-03-20 | |
| L’anglais tel qu’on le parle | 1931-06-12 | |
| Blanc comme neige | 1931-07-31 | |
| Le monsieur de minuit | 1931-08-17 | |
| Paris-béguin | 1931-10-09 | |
| Le Sergent X | 1932-03-25 | |
| Un coup de téléphone | 1932-03-25 | Mr. Molleton |
| Les Gaîtés de l’escadron | 1932-09-18 | |
| Ce cochon de Morin | 1932-12-30 | |
| Nu comme un ver | 1933-05-05 | |
| L’Agonie des aigles | 1933-11-24 | Goglu |
| Les Bateliers de la Volga | 1935-07-05 | |
| À nous deux, madame la vie | 1937-03-26 | |
| À nous la liberté | 1931-12-18 | |
| Fleur d’amour | 1927-12-09 |