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Colin Clive

Colin Clive is known for Frankenstein (1931), Bride of Frankenstein (1935), The Ghost of Frankenstein (1942).

Biography

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.

Questions about Colin Clive

How many Colin Clive films are in the catalogue?

The CineQuiz catalogue has 20 films with Colin Clive, from 1931 to 2025.

What is the best rated Colin Clive film?

The best rated Colin Clive film in the catalogue is Bride of Frankenstein (1935), rated 7.5.

What was the first Colin Clive film?

The first Colin Clive film in the catalogue is Frankenstein, from 1931.

Who has Colin Clive worked with the most?

In the catalogue, Colin Clive shares the most credits with Dwight Frye (3 films), Boris Karloff (2 films) and Carl Laemmle Jr. (2 films).

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Known for

Full filmography

26 films — 20 in the catalogue

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