Sandor Elès was an American actor, originally from Hungary, who is best known for his roles in “The Evil of Frankenstein,” “Countess Dracula,” and “And Soon the Darkness.”
Personal and Family Life
Sandor Elès was born on June 15, 1936, in Budapest, Hungary. He lost his parents during World War II and later escaped from Hungary after the 1956 revolution. After emigrating to England, he attended the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. He also worked as a nightclub singer before fully establishing his acting career.
Career
Elès had a diverse acting career that included stage performances and various roles in films and television. He often played characters like Russian defectors, KGB agents, and Nazi officers. Despite challenges, he managed to make a name for himself in the acting world, with notable appearances in films and TV series during the 1960s and 1970s.
Death and Legacy
Sandor Elès passed away on September 4, 2002, in Kilburn, London, England, due to a heart attack. His contributions to film and television, particularly in roles that reflected his background, left a lasting impact. Elès is remembered for his versatility and dedication to his craft.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Evil of Frankenstein | 1964-05-08 | Hans |
| French Dressing | 1964-04-10 | Vladek |
| Countess Dracula | 1971-01-30 | Imre Toth |
| And Soon the Darkness | 1970-09-10 | Paul |
| Guns of Darkness | 1962-07-19 | Lt. Gomez |
| Love and Death | 1975-06-10 | Soldier 2 |
| Bartók | 1964-05-24 | Bluebeard |
| Isadora Duncan, the Biggest Dancer in the World | 1966-01-02 | Bugatti |
| Scorpio | 1973-04-11 | Malkin |
| The Endless Game | 1989-08-20 | Hansel |
| San Ferry Ann | 1965-07-01 | Shop Assistant |
| The Kremlin Letter | 1970-02-01 | Lt. Grodin |
| The Magnificent Two | 1967-07-05 | Armandez |
| The Rebel | 1961-03-07 | Artist |
| Fun and Games | 1971-10-01 | Paul Floret |
| Aubrey | 1982-01-22 | Raffalovich |
| The Naked Edge | 1961-06-28 | Manfridi |
| The Count of Monte Cristo | 1964-10-04 | Albert de Morcerf |
| The Avengers | 1961-01-07 | Maurice Jubert |
| Jason King | 1971-09-15 | |
| Crossroads | 1964-11-02 | |
| Department S | 1969-09-09 | Dominic |
| The Saint | 1962-10-04 | Jean Latour |
| One Step Beyond | 1959-01-20 | Samuel |
| Timeslip | 1970-09-28 | |
| Fall of Eagles | 1974-03-15 | Count Andrassy |
| Hammer House of Mystery and Suspense | 1984-09-05 | |
| Down to Earth | 1995-01-05 | |
| Vienna 1900 | 1973-12-08 | |
| The Young Lady From London | 1959-11-22 | |
| The Saint | 1962-10-04 | Andre |
| The Professionals | 1977-12-30 | Kreiber |
| Upstairs, Downstairs | 1971-10-10 | Kurt Schnabel |
| The Adventurer | 1972-09-29 | Gerard Laroche |
| The Saint | 1962-10-04 | Hotel Clerk |
| Manhunt | 1970-01-02 | Helmut |