Robert Adair

Robert Adair

Deceased · Born: Jan 3, 1900 · Died: Aug 10, 1954

Known For

The Invisible ManThe Invisible Man
The Bride of FrankensteinThe Bride of Frankenstein
Top HatTop Hat
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. HydeDr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

Personal Details

BornJan 3, 1900 San Francisco, California, USA

Biography

Robert Adair, a renowned actor of his time, entered this world on January 3, 1900, in the vibrant city of San Francisco, California, USA. As the calendar turned, Adair's remarkable life unfolded, marked by a plethora of captivating performances on the silver screen. His impressive filmography includes the 1952 drama "The Broken Horseshoe", the 1937 crime thriller "The Ticket of Leave Man", and the 1930 war drama "Journey's End", showcasing his versatility as a thespian.

Fast forward to the twilight of his life, Robert Adair's mortal journey came to a close on August 10, 1954, in the bustling metropolis of London, England, UK. Though his time on this earth was limited, his legacy as a talented actor continues to captivate audiences to this day.

Career

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1954
Meet Mr. Callaghan
Meet Mr. Callaghan as August Meraulton
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1953
There Was a Young Lady
There Was a Young Lady as Basher
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Norman Conquest
Norman Conquest as Baron Von Henschel
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The Intruder
The Intruder as Luigi
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1952
Scotland Yard Inspector
Scotland Yard Inspector as John - Film Director
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The Gambler and the Lady
The Gambler and the Lady as Engles (uncredited)
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1951
Wall of Death
Wall of Death as Sarno
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The Madame Gambles
The Madame Gambles as Bookmaker
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1950
Stage Fright
Stage Fright as Rough Individual (uncredited)
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1949
I Was a Male War Bride
I Was a Male War Bride as Col. Bliven (uncredited)
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Man on the Run
Man on the Run as Morgan
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1948
The Silk Noose
The Silk Noose as Sgt. Brooks
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1939
The Face at the Window
The Face at the Window as Police Inspector Gouffert
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Jamaica Inn
Jamaica Inn as Undetermined Role (uncredited)
{"id":96795,"title":"Bulldog Drummond Escapes","year":"1937","character":"Woolsey","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/bulldog-drummond-escapes","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_96795.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_96795.jpg"},"released":1}
1937
Bulldog Drummond Escapes
Bulldog Drummond Escapes as Woolsey
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Call It a Day
Call It a Day as Butler (uncredited)
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Parnell
Parnell as Officer
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The Prince and the Pauper
The Prince and the Pauper as First Guard
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1936
Trouble for Two
Trouble for Two as Constable (Uncredited)
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Sons o' Guns
Sons o' Guns as Sentry
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Libeled Lady
Libeled Lady as Palmer (uncredited)
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1935
The Girl Who Came Back
The Girl Who Came Back as Charles Matthews, butler
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Sylvia Scarlett
Sylvia Scarlett as Turnkey
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Top Hat
Top Hat as London Hotel Clerk (uncredited)
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The Farmer Takes a Wife
The Farmer Takes a Wife as Yorkshire Pioneer
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Vanessa, Her Love Story
Vanessa, Her Love Story as Benjamin's Assailant
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The Last Outpost
The Last Outpost as Sergeant in general's office (uncredited)
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Peter Ibbetson
Peter Ibbetson as Prisoner (uncredited)
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The Bride of Frankenstein
The Bride of Frankenstein as Hunter in Woods (uncredited)
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Mutiny on the Bounty
Mutiny on the Bounty as Warden (uncredited)
{"id":74071,"title":"Where Sinners Meet","year":"1934","character":"The Footman","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/where-sinners-meet","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_74071.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_74071.jpg"},"released":1}
1934
Where Sinners Meet
Where Sinners Meet as The Footman
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Great Expectations
Great Expectations as Sergeant
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1933
The Secret of Madame Blanche
The Secret of Madame Blanche as British Soldier (Uncredited)
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Captured!
Captured! as Provost Marshal Officer (Uncredited)
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King of the Jungle
King of the Jungle as John C. Knolls (uncredited)
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The Kiss Before the Mirror
The Kiss Before the Mirror as Courtroom Officer (uncredited)
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Fast Workers
Fast Workers as Mr. Shore (Uncredited)
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The Invisible Man
The Invisible Man as Detective Thompson (uncredited)
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Morning Glory
Morning Glory as Roberts, the Butler (uncredited)
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1931
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde as Ivy's Admirer at Music Hall (uncredited)
{"id":75676,"title":"Way for a Sailor","year":"1930","character":"Seaman Collecting Pay","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/way-for-a-sailor","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_75676.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_75676.jpg"},"released":1}
1930
Way for a Sailor
Way for a Sailor as Seaman Collecting Pay
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Raffles
Raffles as Lord Melrose's Butler
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Journey's End
Journey's End as Capt. Hardy