Milton Rosmer was an English actor who is best known for his roles in Goodbye, Mr. Chips, The Stars Look Down, and The Small Back Room. He had a long and varied career in both theater and film, transitioning smoothly from silent films to talkies.
Personal and Family Life
Milton Rosmer was born Arthur Henry Milton Lunt on November 4, 1881, in Southport, Lancashire, England. He was married to Irene Rooke from 1919 until her death in 1958. His father was William James Lunt and his mother was Miriam Mulvey. Rosmer had a successful career on stage and made his film debut in 1922.
Career Achievements
Rosmer began performing on the British stage in 1889 and easily adapted to the silent film era, gaining recognition for his roles. He was not only an actor but also a director, taking charge of various films, including Balaclava and Channel Crossing. His ability to play authoritative characters helped him continue working in the film industry until his retirement in 1956, with his last film being John Wesley in 1954.
Death and Legacy
Milton Rosmer passed away on December 7, 1971, in Chesham, Buckinghamshire, England, at the age of 90. His contributions to both stage and screen are remembered, establishing him as a notable figure in British cinema history.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Goodbye, Mr. Chips | 1939-07-28 | Chatteris |
| The Small Back Room | 1949-02-21 | Prof. Mair |
| The Monkey’s Paw | 1948-06-01 | Mr. Robert Trelawne |
| The Phantom Light | 1935-08-05 | Dr. Carey |
| Lady Windermere’s Fan | 1916-07-01 | Lord Windermere |
| South Riding | 1938-08-01 | Alderman Snaith |
| The Man Without a Soul | 1916-07-01 | Stephen Ferrier |
| Daybreak | 1948-05-18 | Governor |
| The W Plan | 1930-02-25 | President of Court Martial |
| High Treason | 1929-03-25 | Ernest Stratton |
| The Stars Look Down | 1940-01-22 | Harry Nugent, MP |
| Atlantic Ferry | 1941-09-06 | George Burns |
| Return to Yesterday | 1940-03-09 | Sambourne |
| Let’s Be Famous | 1939-03-22 | Albert Pinbright |
| Shadow of Egypt | 1924-11-01 | Harold Westcott |
| The Passionate Friends | 1923-01-15 | |
| Fame Is the Spur | 1947-09-23 | Magistrate |
| The Lion Has Wings | 1939-11-03 | Head of Observer Corps |
| Dangerous Comment | 1940-05-18 | Major Brett |
| Frieda | 1947-06-19 | Merrick |
| Wuthering Heights | 1920-07-01 | Heathcliff |
| Little Women | 1917-07-02 | Theodore Lawrence |
| A Woman of No Importance | 1921-07-01 | Lord Illingworth |
| Gas Light | 1939-03-19 | Inspector Rough |
| The Amazing Partnership | 1921-06-01 | Pryde |
| The Twelve Pound Look | 1920-09-10 | Harry Sims |
| La donna e l’uomo | 1923-01-01 | |
| Torn Sails | 1920-10-01 | Hugh Morgan |
| John Wesley | 1954-03-02 | Georgia Trustee |
| Pride and Prejudice | 1952-02-02 | Mr. Bennet |
| The Adventures of the Scarlet Pimpernel | 1955-09-28 | Rothstein |
| Sunday Night Theatre | 1950-01-01 | Emperor Franz I |