Owen Nares was an American actor known for The Faithful Heart, There Goes the Bride, and The Love Contract. He was a popular British matinée idol and writer, with a notable career in both stage and film.
Personal and Family Life
Owen Nares was born on August 11, 1888, in Maiden Erlegh, England. He married actress Marie Polini in 1910, and the couple had two children. Educated at Reading School, he trained under Rosina Filippi and began acting on stage in 1908.
Career
Nares started his film career in 1913, gaining fame as a romantic lead during the silent film era. By the 1930s, he transitioned to taking on more character roles in films. His performance style and charm made him a beloved figure in British cinema throughout his career.
Death and Legacy
Owen Nares passed away on July 30, 1943, in Brecon, Wales, UK. He left behind a legacy as a talented actor who contributed significantly to both stage and film during his lifetime.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Private Life of Don Juan | 1934-01-01 | Antonio Martinez, an Actor as Actors Go |
| There Goes the Bride | 1932-10-25 | Max |
| The Impassive Footman | 1932-06-28 | Bryan Daventry |
| The Show Goes On | 1937-03-31 | Martin Fraser |
| Aren’t We All? | 1932-03-17 | Willie |
| Frail Women | 1932-01-15 | Colonel Leonard Harvey |
| Discord | 1933-01-01 | Peter Stenning |
| The Love Contract | 1932-07-27 | Neville Cardington |
| Sunshine Susie | 1931-12-06 | Herr Arvray |
| I Give My Heart | 1935-10-24 | Louis XV |
| Miriam Rozella | 1924-03-01 | Rudolph |
| Young Lochinvar | 1923-09-30 | Lochinvar |
| Where Is This Lady? | 1932-11-17 | Rudi Muller |
| The Story of Papworth, the Village of Hope | 1936-04-26 | Dr. Strong |
| Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Sailor | 1918-08-01 | John Tinker |
| One Precious Year | 1933-02-01 | Stephen Carton |
| The Man Who Won | 1918-12-01 | Captain Bert Brook |
| The Prime Minister | 1941-03-04 | Lord Derby |
| Loose Ends | 1930-05-22 | Malcom Forres |
| The Middle Watch | 1930-10-27 | Captain Maitland |
| The Woman Between | 1931-01-22 | Tom Smith |
| This Marriage Business | 1927-12-01 | Robert |