Colin Clive
Colin Clive (January 20 1900 - June 25, 1937) was a French-born British actor known for playing tumultuous characters which often mirrored his personal life. He is most famous for his role as Dr. Henry Frankenstein in the 1931 film Frankenstein and its 1935 sequel, Bride of Frankenstein.
Clive entered the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, making his debut in 1919 as 'Claude' in The Eclipse. After almost ten years of touring, he was chosen for the role of 'Stanhope' in the war play Journey's End, replacing Laurence Olivier who had another commitment. He died from complications of tuberculosis originating from his severe alcoholism at only the youthful age of 37.
Clive entered the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, making his debut in 1919 as 'Claude' in The Eclipse. After almost ten years of touring, he was chosen for the role of 'Stanhope' in the war play Journey's End, replacing Laurence Olivier who had another commitment. He died from complications of tuberculosis originating from his severe alcoholism at only the youthful age of 37.
Known For
24 titles
Frankenstein
Bride of Frankenstein
Mad Love
The Ghost of Frankenstein
History Is Made at Night
Jane Eyre
Clive of India
Universal Horror
Looking Forward
The Key
The Woman I Love
Christopher Strong
The Widow from Monte Carlo
The Right to Live
The Man Who Broke the Bank at Monte Carlo
Lancer Spy
Journey's End
Famous Monster: Forrest J Ackerman
Monster Madness: The Golden Age of the Horror Film
The Girl from 10th Avenue
One More River
Lily Christine
Report
The Stronger Sex
