James Whale

James Whale was an English film director, theatre director, and actor, best known for his iconic horror films.

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Profession :

Art Director | Director | Miscellaneous Crew

Birthday :

July 22, 1889

Death Date:

May 29, 1957

Age :

67

James Whale (22 July 1889 รขย€ย“ 29 May 1957) was an English film and theatre director, as well as an actor, who primarily worked in Hollywood. He gained recognition for his iconic horror films such as Frankenstein (1931), The Old Dark House (1932), The Invisible Man (1933), and Bride of Frankenstein (1935). Whale’s innovative set designs and mastery of elemental horror established a new benchmark for the genre. In addition to his horror films, he directed other notable works like Waterloo Bridge (1931) and the Pulitzer Prize-winning drama Journey’s End (1929). Whale remains a highly influential figure in both the film and theatre industries.