Humphrey Bogart

Humphrey Bogart

Born:December 25, 1899

Place of Birth:New York City, New York, USA

Died:January 14, 1957

Known For:Acting

Biography

Humphrey DeForest Bogart, known affectionately as Bogie, left an indelible mark on American cinema as a talented film and stage actor. Born on December 25, 1899, his performances in Classical Hollywood films solidified his status as a cultural icon. The American Film Institute crowned him the greatest male star of classic American cinema in 1999, a testament to his enduring legacy.

Bogart's journey in the entertainment industry began on Broadway stages before transitioning to the silver screen with his debut in "Up the River" (1930). Initially cast in supporting roles, he caught the eye of audiences and critics alike with his portrayal of Duke Mantee in "The Petrified Forest" (1936). Despite early success, Bogart often found himself overshadowed by his peers at Warner Bros., where he frequently played gangster characters such as Hugh "Baby Face" Martin in "Dead End" (1937), directed by William Wyler.

The turning point in Bogart's career arrived with standout performances in "High Sierra" (1941) and "The Maltese Falcon" (1941), a groundbreaking film noir. His iconic portrayals of private detectives Sam Spade and Philip Marlowe set the standard for noir protagonists in the years to come. However, it was his role opposite Ingrid Bergman in "Casablanca" (1942) that earned him his first Academy Award nomination for Best Actor, solidifying his status as a leading man.

In a twist of fate, Bogart found love on set with Lauren Bacall during the filming of "To Have and Have Not" (1944), sparking a romance that led to marriage in 1945. Their on-screen chemistry sizzled in subsequent films like "Dark Passage" (1947) and "Key Largo" (1948), captivating audiences with their magnetic performances.

Bogart's later career saw him deliver unforgettable performances in films like "The Treasure of the Sierra Madre" (1948) and "In a Lonely Place" (1950), now regarded as some of his finest work. His role as a cantankerous riverboat captain in "The African Queen" (1951) earned him the Academy Award for Best Actor, showcasing his versatility and depth as a performer.

Despite his personal struggles with smoking and drinking, Bogart continued to shine on screen in movies like "The Barefoot Contessa" (1954) and "Sabrina" (1954), where he held his own against talented co-stars. His untimely death from esophageal cancer in January 1957 marked the end of a legendary career, leaving behind a cinematic legacy that continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

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Filmography

Acting

Casablanca

Casablanca

Rick Blaine

1943

In Casablanca, Morocco in December 1941, a cynical American expatriate meets a former lover, with unforeseen complications.
Sabrina

Sabrina

Linus Larrabee

1954

Linus and David Larrabee are the two sons of a very wealthy family. Linus is all work – busily running the family corporate empire, he has no time for a wife and family. David is all play – technically he is employed by the family business, but never shows up for work, spends all his time entertaining, and has been married and divorced three times. Meanwhile, Sabrina Fairchild is the young, shy, and awkward daughter of the household chauffeur, who goes away to Paris for two years, and returns to capture David's attention, while falling in love with Linus.
The Big Sleep

The Big Sleep

Philip Marlowe

1946

Private Investigator Philip Marlowe is hired by wealthy General Sternwood regarding a matter involving his youngest daughter Carmen. Before the complex case is over, Marlowe sees murder, blackmail, deception, and what might be love.
The Treasure of the Sierra Madre

The Treasure of the Sierra Madre

Fred C. Dobbs

1948

Two jobless Americans convince a prospector to travel to the mountains of Mexico with them in search of gold. But the hostile wilderness, local bandits, and greed all get in the way of their journey.
The Maltese Falcon

The Maltese Falcon

Samuel Spade

1941

A private detective takes on a case that involves him with three eccentric criminals, a beautiful liar, and their quest for a priceless statuette.
In a Lonely Place

In a Lonely Place

Dixon Steele

1950

A screenwriter with a violent temper is a murder suspect until his lovely neighbor clears him. However, she soon starts to have her doubts.
The African Queen

The African Queen

Charlie Allnut

1952

At the start of the First World War, in the middle of Africa’s nowhere, a gin soaked riverboat captain is persuaded by a strong-willed missionary to go down river and face-off a German warship.
The Caine Mutiny

The Caine Mutiny

Lt. Cmdr. Philip Francis Queeg

1954

When a US Naval captain shows signs of mental instability that jeopardize his ship, the first officer relieves him of command and faces court martial for mutiny.
Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid

Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid

(in "The Big Sleep" / "In a Lonely Place" / "Dark Passage") (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'.
Dark Passage

Dark Passage

Vincent Parry

1947

A man convicted of murdering his wife escapes from prison and works with a woman to try and prove his innocence.
Dead Reckoning

Dead Reckoning

Capt. 'Rip' Murdock

1946

War heroes Rip Murdock and Johnny Drake are sent to Washington, D.C, to receive top honors for their service. Johnny, seemingly terrified by the publicity that awaits him, jumps off the train and later turns up dead. Suspecting foul play, Rip begins digging into his pal's past. He encounters cover-ups, threats to his own life and deadly femme fatale Coral Chandler.
To Have and Have Not

To Have and Have Not

Harry Morgan

1945

A Martinique charter boat skipper gets mixed up with the underground French resistance operatives during WWII.
Deadline - U.S.A.

Deadline - U.S.A.

Ed Hutcheson

1952

With three days before his paper folds, a crusading editor tries to expose a vicious gangster.

Production