Among his notable films are "Spartacus," where he portrayed the character of Gracchus, "Witness for the Prosecution," in which he played the pivotal role of Sir Wilfrid Robarts, and "Mutiny on the Bounty," where he took on the character of Captain Bligh. Laughton's contributions to film and theater left a lasting legacy until his death on December 15, 1962.
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Charles Laughton
Awards & Nominations
Major awards verified (Oscars)
| Year | Festival | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | Oscars | Best Actor | Witness for the Prosecution | Nominated |
| 1936 | Oscars | Best Actor | Mutiny on the Bounty | Nominated |
| 1934 | Oscars | Best Actor | The Private Life of Henry VIII | Winner |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | Oscars | Best Actor | The Private Life of Henry VIII |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | Oscars | Best Actor | Witness for the Prosecution |
| 1936 | Oscars | Best Actor | Mutiny on the Bounty |
About Charles Laughton
Charles Laughton was born on 30 June 1899 in Scarborough, North Riding of Yorkshire, England, UK. Charles Laughton passed away on 15 December 1962 at the age of 63. Winner of Oscar. We have 10 films with Charles Laughton available. Among Charles Laughton's most popular films: Spartacus, Witness for the Prosecution, The Night of the Hunter, Mutiny on the Bounty, Les Misérables.
Among his notable films are "Spartacus," where he portrayed the character of Gracchus, "Witness for the Prosecution," in which he played the pivotal role of Sir Wilfrid Robarts, and "Mutiny on the Bounty," where he took on the character of Captain Bligh. Laughton's contributions to film and theater left a lasting legacy until his death on December 15, 1962.
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Charles Laughton has 10 films released between 1932 and 1960.