Jimmy Aubrey
Acting
Biography
Born in Bolton, Lancashire, Aubrey was the son of US born gymnast Robert Aubrey. Later a member of the Fred Karno variety troupe, he first traveled to New York in 1900, then settled permanently after emigrating from London, on August 29, 1908. An early understudy of Charlie Chaplin, he later achieved leading status during the silents era (Oliver Hardy once providing support). Following his career decline as a starring performer, he was initially given work by Laurel & Hardy, before embarking on a career as a bit-part player in over 300 features.
Born: October 23, 1887
Place of Birth: Bolton, Lancashire, England, UK
Known For
Hi, Beautiful
Part of the series of Universal B-musicals teaming Martha O'Driscoll and Noah Beery Jr., this film is also a remake of the 1937 comedy Love in a Bungalow. Patty Callahan (O'Driscoll) offers residence in a model home to soldier Jeff (Beery) and soon falls in love with him. Although the pair are unmarried, they enter a marital contest intended to celebrate the "Happiest G.I. Couple." Winning the contest brings on all sorts of farcical troubles until the couple are able to be united for real. Songs include "Don't Sweetheart Me" and "Best of All."
The Live Wire
A sailor (Richard Talmadge) journeys to a remote island in search of a rare urn. The film also stars Alberta Vaughn, Charles K. French and Martin Turner.
Waterloo Bridge
On the eve of World War II, a British officer revisits Waterloo Bridge and recalls the young man he was at the beginning of World War I and the young ballerina he met just before he left for the front.
The White Angel
In Victorian England, Florence Nightingale's heroic measures slowly change the attitude towards nurses when it was considered a disreputable profession.
Give Us This Night
After being introduced to the world of opera, a fisherman (Jan Kiepura) falls for a woman (Swarthout) whose guardian is a noted composer (Philip Merivale). They met when the fisherman evaded the police by seeking refuge in the village church. While there, they are each captivated by hearing the other singing Mass. The beautiful woman falls in love with the fisherman with the wonderful voice.
Personal Property
Raymond Dabney returns to his family after trouble with the law. He convinces the sheriff to give him a job watching the house and furniture of widow Crystal Wetherby without knowing she is engaged to his brother.
Hangover Square
When composer George Harvey Bone wakes with no memory of the previous night and a bloody knife in his pocket, he worries that he has committed a crime. On the advice of Dr. Middleton, Bone agrees to relax, going to a music performance by singer Netta Longdon. Riveted by Netta, Bone agrees to write songs for her rather than his own concerto. However, Bone soon grows jealous of Netta and worries about controlling himself during his spells.
The Spider Woman
Sherlock Holmes investigates a series of so-called "pajama suicides". He knows the female villain behind them is as cunning as Moriarty and as venomous as a spider. Based on "The Sign of Four" and the short stories "The Dying Detective", "The Final Problem", "The Speckled Band" and "The Adventure of the Devil's Foot".
The Gay Divorcee
Seeking a divorce from her absentee husband, Mimi Glossop travels to an English seaside resort. There she falls in love with dancer Guy Holden, whom she later mistakes for the corespondent her lawyer hired.
A Feather in Her Hat
After the woman who raised him claims he's not her son, Richard searches for clues about his identity. Urged on by his mentor, Capt. Randolph Courtney, Richard focuses on Julia Trent Anders, a middle-aged actress who just might be his real mother. But soon, Richard begins to fall for Julia's stepdaughter. Amidst the upheaval, Richard schemes to return Julia to the stage -- but he's in for another big surprise.
Filmography
as Gorilla Keeper
as Little Man (uncredited)
as Bartender (uncredited)
as First Drunk on Steps
as British Fisherman at Lounge Counter (uncredited)
as McGurk
as Drunken Man
as Tramp (uncredited)
as McGurk
as Nelson (uncredited)
as Mac - Mechanic (uncredited)
as Newsboy
as Nightclub Drunk
as Speller
as Tweedle
as Gunsmith Collins
as Barber Customer (uncredited)
as Cockney Cart Driver (uncredited)
as Mark
as Town Drunk (uncredited)
as The Bum
as Pogson (uncredited)
as Drunk (uncredited)
as Marqet (uncredited)
as Guard
as Sheriff Perkins
as Wedderburn, the Innkeeper (uncredited)
as Barfly (uncredited)
as Grotto Bartender (uncredited)
as News Vendor (uncredited)
as Pawn Shop Owner
as Townsman
as Cameo Appearance
as Ranch Hand
as Drunk
as Tipsy Anzac Soldier (uncredited)
as Jailer (uncredited)
as Man Fuzzy Bumps Into in Street
as Lorry Driver (uncredited)
as Road Watchman
as Townsman
as Crowd and Mob Man in Black Vest
as Deputy
as Frank Rand
as Bartender Jim
as Jail Guard
as Townsman
as New Recruit
as Short Deputy
as Deputy
as Barfly (uncredited)
as Sourdough
as Barfly
as Casino Bartender
as Townsman
as The Drunk
as Henchman
as Orderly
as Photographer
as Tod Appleby
as Jim Dawson (uncredited)
as Tiverton Apartment Manager
as Hanger-On (uncredited)
as Dart Game Sailor
as Motel Manager
as Cockney in Air-Raid Shelter (uncredited)
as Deputy George
as Denton
as Shag Williams
as Drunk Fisherman with Cigar at Club
as Camp Cook
as Pedestrian
as Stagecoach Guard
as Plainclothesman (uncredited)
as Cockney (uncredited)
as Soldier
as Steve Reynolds
as Bum (uncredited)
as Me #3 Son Wiseguy
as Uncle Jim
as Mort (Ranch Hand) (as James Whitehead)
as Passage Workman
as Deputy Jeff (as Jim Aubrey)
as Henchman
as Rancher (uncredited)
as Waiter (uncredited)
as Pete Ellis
as Steward
as Barfly
as Drunk (uncredited)
as Newsboy
as Mountie
as Tommy - a Soldier
as Telegraph Operator
as First Gunman
as Henchman
as Mechanic
as The Drunk
as Railroad Porter
as Ben Armand, Junk Dealer
as Australia
as Melton
as Bilgey
as Tex - Foreman
as Third English Cabby (uncredited)
as The Hag / Baron Polinka
as The Hag / Baron Polinka
as Henchman Shives
as Simmonds
as Sentry (uncredited)
as Reggie Parks
as Lucky
as Shorty Rawlins
as The Janitor
as Prisoner
as Jimmy (uncredited)
as Huggins
as Jake
as Soapbox Orator (uncredited)
as Prof. Harris (as James Aubrey)
as Cab Driver (uncredited)
as Fence Builder
as Constable Jimmy Downs (as James Aubrey)
as Soapy
as Donovan
as Sandy, the Cook
as Purser (uncredited)
as Henchman Dick (as Jim Aubrey)
as Ptomaine Pete
as Henchman
as Sheriff #1 / Bartender Jim
as (uncredited)
as Henry - Durand's Houseboy
as Deputy Jimmy
as Henchman Mike
as Polecat Pete
as Tulsa Pete Hensen
as Waiter
as Blinkey
as Jim - Lynch Mob Leader
as Bloater, Drunken Sailor
as Jim - the Sidekick
as Cantina Drunk
as Barfly
as Joe
as Nosey (as Jimmie Aubrey)
as Revolutionary (uncredited)
as Drunk
as The Drunk
as Willie Kegg
as Valet
as Posty McKnuffle
as Hans (as James Aubrey)
as Relentless Rudolph
as Elmer McGargle
as The Runt
as Dizzy Durby
as Billy's Buddy
as Beaney Mulligan
as Mike Riordan
as Lonsdayle
as Jeff Oldring
as The Chemist
as The Tourist
as Bum
as A social error
as Jimmy
as The Park Cleaner
as Wandering Boy
as His Lordship
as A Person