James Whale
British director
- Born
- 22 July 1889Dudley, Worcestershire
- Died
- 29 May 1957aged 67 · Hollywood, California
- Nationality
UK - Star sign
- Cancer
- Years active
- 1931–1935
Known for
About James Whale
James Whale was a British director. They were born on 22 July 1889 in Dudley, Worcestershire. Their career spanned 4 titles, among them Frankenstein (1931), The Old Dark House (1932) and Bride of Frankenstein (1935).
Their career in figures
The earliest credit MovieNCo has for James Whale is Frankenstein (1931); in all, 4 films over 4 years. Their title most voted by MovieNCo readers is Frankenstein (1931), with 10 votes. The person they have worked with most is Boris Karloff, on 3 films, among them Frankenstein and The Old Dark House.
Latest work
Full filmography (4)- 1935
- 1933
- 1932
- 1931
Where to watch James Whale
Their films and TV shows you can watch now in the UK, and where.
- 1931
- 1932
- 1935
- 1933
Availability checked on 9 November 2026.
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Questions about James Whale
Where was James Whale born?
James Whale was born on 22 July 1889 in Dudley, Worcestershire.
When did James Whale die?
James Whale died on 29 May 1957, aged 67. They died in Hollywood, California.
How many films and TV shows has James Whale been in?
MovieNCo lists 4 films for James Whale, from Frankenstein (1931) to Bride of Frankenstein (1935).
What is James Whale's star sign?
James Whale was a Cancer: born on 22 July.
Page reviewed on 15 April 2017.