Vincent Price

Born:May 27, 1911

Place of Birth:Saint Louis, Missouri, USA

Died:October 25, 1993

Known For:Acting

Biography

Vincent Leonard Price, Jr., born on May 27, 1911, left an indelible mark on the world of cinema with his unforgettable performances in a wide range of genres, most notably in horror films. His commanding presence and distinctive voice captivated audiences and solidified his status as a legendary actor. Beyond his iconic roles in horror, Price showcased his versatility by excelling in film noir, drama, mystery, thriller, and comedy, demonstrating his range and talent across various cinematic landscapes.

Throughout his illustrious career, Price graced the stage, television, radio, and over one hundred films, leaving a lasting impact on each medium he touched. His contributions to the entertainment industry earned him not one, but two stars on the prestigious Hollywood Walk of Fame, a testament to his enduring legacy in both motion pictures and television.

Beyond his acting prowess, Price was a man of many passions and talents. An avid art collector and consultant, he held a degree in art history and shared his knowledge through lectures and writings on the subject. His dedication to the arts extended to the founding of the Vincent Price Art Museum in California, a testament to his commitment to fostering creativity and appreciation for artistic expression.

In addition to his artistic pursuits, Price was also known for his culinary skills, earning a reputation as a noted gourmet cook. His love for fine dining and gastronomy added another dimension to his multifaceted personality, showcasing his diverse interests and talents beyond the realm of acting.

Vincent Price's impact transcended the silver screen, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to inspire and captivate audiences to this day. His contributions to the arts, both on and off-screen, solidified his reputation as a true Renaissance man, whose influence reached far beyond the realm of entertainment. Vincent Price's unique blend of talent, intellect, and charisma continues to resonate with fans and admirers, ensuring that his legacy endures for generations to come.

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Filmography

Acting

Edward Scissorhands

The Inventor

1990

A small suburban town receives a visit from a castaway unfinished science experiment named Edward.

The Ten Commandments

Baka

1956

Escaping death, a Hebrew infant is raised in a royal household to become a prince. Upon discovery of his true heritage, Moses embarks on a personal quest to reclaim his destiny as the leader and liberator of the Hebrew people.

The Great Mouse Detective

Professor Ratigan (voice)

1986

When the diabolical Professor Ratigan kidnaps London's master toymaker, the brilliant master of disguise Basil of Baker Street and his trusted sidekick Dawson try to elude the ultimate trap and foil the perfect crime.

The Haunted Palace

Charles Dexter Ward / Joseph Curwen

1963

A warlock burned at the stake comes back and takes over the body of his great grandson to take his revenge on the descendents of the villages that burned him.

Mean Streets

Verden Fell (archive footage)

1973

A small-time hood must choose from among love, friendship and the chance to rise within the mob.

The Fly

François Delambre

1958

Industrialist François Delambre is called late at night by his sister-in-law, Helene Delambre, who tells him that she has just killed her husband, André. Reluctant at first, she eventually explains to the police that André invented a matter transportation apparatus and, while experimenting on himself, a fly entered the chamber during the matter transference.

The Last Man on Earth

Dr. Robert Morgan

1964

When a disease turns all of humanity into the living dead, the last man on earth becomes a reluctant vampire hunter.

Laura

Shelby Carpenter

1944

A police detective falls in love with the woman whose murder he's investigating.

Bud Abbott and Lou Costello Meet Frankenstein

The Invisible Man (voice)

1948

Baggage handlers Bud and Lou accidentally stumble upon Frankenstein's Monster, Dracula and the Wolf Man.

The Tingler

Dr. Warren Chapin

1959

A pathologist experiments with a deaf-mute woman who is unable to scream to prove that humans die of fright due to an organism he names The Tingler that lives within each person on the spinal cord and is suppressed only when people scream when scared.

Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid

(in "The Bribe") (archive footage)

1982

Juliet Forrest is convinced that the reported death of her father in a mountain car crash was no accident. Her father was a prominent cheese scientist working on a secret recipe. To prove it was murder, she enlists the services of private eye Rigby Reardon. He finds a slip of paper containing a list of people who are 'The Friends and Enemies of Carlotta'.

The Thief and the Cobbler

Zigzag the Grand Vizier (voice)

1993

It is written among the limitless constellations of the celestial heavens, and in the depths of the emerald seas, and upon every grain of sand in the vast deserts, that the world which we see is an outward and visible dream, of an inward and invisible reality ... Once upon a time there was a golden city. In the center of the golden city, atop the tallest minaret, were three golden balls. The ancients had prophesied that if the three golden balls were ever taken away, harmony would yield to discord, and the city would fall to destruction and death. But... the mystics had also foretold that the city might be saved by the simplest soul with the smallest and simplest of things. In the city there dwelt a lowly shoemaker, who was known as Tack the Cobbler. Also in the city... existed a Thief, who shall be... nameless.

The Abominable Dr. Phibes

Dr. Anton Phibes

1971

After a team of surgeons botches his beloved wife's operation, the distraught Dr. Phibes unleashes a score of Old-Testament atrocities on his enemies.

House of Usher

Roderick Usher

1960

Convinced that his family’s blood is tainted by generations of evil, Roderick Usher is hell-bent on destroying his sister Madeline’s wedding to prevent the cursed Usher bloodline from extending any further. When her fiancé, Philip Winthrop, arrives at the crumbling family estate to claim his bride, Roderick goes to ruthless lengths to keep them apart.

The Masque of the Red Death

Prince Prospero

1964

A European prince terrorizes the local peasantry while using his castle as a refuge against the "Red Death" plague that stalks the land.

The Three Musketeers

Richelieu

1948

Athletic adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' classic adventure about the king's musketeers and their mission to protect France.

The Pit and the Pendulum

Nicholas Medina / Sebastian Medina

1961

In the sixteenth century, Francis Barnard travels to Spain to clarify the strange circumstances of his sister's death after she had married the son of a cruel Spanish Inquisitor.