Kirk Douglas Actor photo

Personal Info

Profession
Actor
Gender
Male
Birthday
December 9, 1916
Died
February 5, 2020 (at 103 years old)
Place of Birth
Amsterdam, New York, USA
Popularity
1.9
Available Movies
6 released

External Links

Kirk Douglas

Actor Amsterdam, New York, USA 2

Awards & Nominations

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Major awards verified (Golden Globes, Oscars)
● 1 Wins
4 Nominations
Golden Globes
1 1 nom.
Oscars
3 nom.
Complete Award Details 5 Major
● 19 Wins
8 Nominations
Other
14 1 nom.
Golden Globe
2 3 nom.
Emmy
3 nom.
Oscar
3 nom.
CΓ©sar
2 0 nom.
SAG
1 0 nom.
Year Award Result
1957 Academy Award for Best Actor Lust for Life
1956 Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama Lust for Life
1953 Academy Award for Best Actor The Bad and the Beautiful
1951 Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama Detective Story
1950 Academy Award for Best Actor Champion
2001 Golden Bear
2000 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama... Touched by an Angel
1999 Actor Awards
1999 Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award
1999 Lucien Barrière Literary Award
1995 Academy Honorary Award
1994 Kennedy Center Honors
1992 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama S... Tales from the Crypt
1991 AFI Life Achievement Award
1986 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniser... Amos
1981 Presidential Medal of Freedom
1981 Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actor Saturn 3
1980 Honorary CΓ©sar
1967 Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award
1960 star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
1958 Silver Shell for Best Actor
- World War II Victory Medal
- National Medal of Arts
- Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal
- American Campaign Medal
- Knight of the Legion of Honour
- CΓ©sar Award
Year Award
1956 Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama Lust for Life
2001 Golden Bear
1999 Actor Awards
1999 Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award
1999 Lucien Barrière Literary Award
1995 Academy Honorary Award
1994 Kennedy Center Honors
1991 AFI Life Achievement Award
1981 Presidential Medal of Freedom
1980 Honorary CΓ©sar
1967 Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award
1960 star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
1958 Silver Shell for Best Actor
- World War II Victory Medal
- National Medal of Arts
- Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal
- American Campaign Medal
- Knight of the Legion of Honour
- CΓ©sar Award
Year Award
1957 Academy Award for Best Actor Lust for Life
1953 Academy Award for Best Actor The Bad and the Beautiful
1951 Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama Detective Story
1950 Academy Award for Best Actor Champion
2000 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama... Touched by an Angel
1992 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama S... Tales from the Crypt
1986 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniser... Amos
1981 Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actor Saturn 3
Year Festival Award For Result
1957 Oscars Best Actor Lust for Life Nominated
1956 Golden Globes Best Actor - Drama Lust for Life Winner
1953 Oscars Best Actor The Bad and the Beautiful Nominated
1951 Golden Globes Best Actor - Drama Detective Story Nominated
1950 Oscars Best Actor Champion Nominated
Year Festival Award For
1956 Golden Globes Best Actor - Drama Lust for Life
Year Festival Award For
1957 Oscars Best Actor Lust for Life
1953 Oscars Best Actor The Bad and the Beautiful
1951 Golden Globes Best Actor - Drama Detective Story
1950 Oscars Best Actor Champion
Award details source: Wikidata

About Kirk Douglas

Kirk Douglas was born on 9 December 1916 in Amsterdam, New York, USA. Kirk Douglas passed away on 5 February 2020 at the age of 103. Nominated for an Academy Award. We have 6 films with Kirk Douglas available. Among Kirk Douglas's most popular films: Spartacus, Paths of Glory, Ace in the Hole, In Harm's Way, Lust for Life.

Kirk Douglas was an American actor born on December 9, 1916, in Amsterdam, New York. He became one of the most prominent and enduring figures in Hollywood, known for his distinctive performances and strong screen presence. Throughout his career, Douglas starred in numerous acclaimed films, including "Paths of Glory," which showcased his ability to tackle complex characters and moral dilemmas. He also played the lead role in "Spartacus," a landmark film that solidified his status as a cinematic icon. In addition, he appeared in the classic adventure film "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea," further demonstrating his versatility as an actor.

Douglas enjoyed a prolific career that spanned several decades, earning recognition for his contributions to the film industry. He passed away on February 5, 2020, leaving behind a legacy marked by his influential roles and memorable performances.

Best Known Films of Kirk Douglas

Career Statistics - Kirk Douglas

6
Total Credits
17
Years Active
1949 - 1965
7.8
Avg. Movie Rating
1.9
Popularity Score
Role Breakdown
Actor
6 films
Top Genres
Drama (6) War (3) History (2) Adventure (1) Romance (1)

Frequent Co-Stars of Kirk Douglas

Best Movies with Kirk Douglas

A curated selection of their most acclaimed roles.

Kirk Douglas has 6 films released between 1949 and 1965.

Spartacus (1960) 7.9

Spartacus

1960

Spartacus

Ace in the Hole (1951) 8.0

Ace in the Hole

1951

Charles Tatum

Lust for Life (1956) 7.3

Lust for Life

1956

Vincent van Gogh

In Harm's Way (1965) 7.3

In Harm's Way

1965

Commander Paul Edd...