Jameson Thomas

Born: 1888-03-24

Birthplace: St George Hanover Square, London, England, UK

Biography

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Jameson Thomas (born Thomas Roland Jameson; 24 March 1888 – 10 January 1939) was an English film actor. He appeared in 82 films between 1923 and 1939.

In 1929 he starred in Piccadilly opposite Anna May Wong. At the time, Piccadilly was not well received, but has since been recognised as one of the best films of the late British silent era.

Thomas moved to Hollywood, where he appeared in minor roles in various films until his death. He played "King" Westley, the fortune-hunting husband/fiancé of Claudette Colbert, in Frank Capra's comedy It Happened One Night.

Known For

The Invisible Man
It Happened One Night
Jungle Woman
Parnell
Mr. Deeds Goes to Town
Escapade
The Scarlet Empress
A Lost Lady
Decameron Nights
The Farmer's Wife

Top Movie Credits

The Invisible Man Hospital Doctor (uncredited)
Jungle Woman Stephen Mardyke
Parnell Judge Nanan
Mr. Deeds Goes to Town Mr. Semple (uncredited)
Escapade John Whitney
A Lost Lady Lord Verrington
The Farmer's Wife Samuel Sweetland