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Hugh Wakefield
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Hugh Wakefield

1888 – 1971 · Wanstead, Essex, England, UK · Active 1931–1954

Hugh Wakefield, born in 1888 in Wanstead, made his mark in the film industry with a career that began on stage at just 11 years old. In The Man Who Knew Too Much (1934), he delivers a memorable performance that highlights his ability to captivate audiences in supporting roles. Known for his distinctive monocle, Wakefield's contributions to early British cinema are noteworthy, bridging the gap between stage and screen. His work in this film exemplifies the charm and intrigue of the era's thriller genre.

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The Man Who Knew Too Much

The Man Who Knew Too Much

1934 ★ 6.5
as Clive

An ordinary British couple vacationing in Switzerland suddenly find themselves embroiled in a case of international intrigue when their daughter is kidnapped by spies plotting a political assassination.

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Filmography

30 credits
1950s 3 credits
1954
The Million Pound Note as Duke of Cromarty
Movie ★ 7.0
1952
Love's a Luxury as Charles Pentwick
Movie ★ 6.2
1951
Movie ★ 7.0
1940s 3 credits
1948
Movie ★ 7.3
1945
Blithe Spirit as Dr. George Bradman
Movie ★ 7.0
1945
Journey Together as Acting Lieutenant
Movie ★ 6.6
1930s 23 credits
1938
The Live Wire as Grantham
Movie ★ 8.0
1937
The Street Singer as Hugh Newman
Movie ★ 9.0
1937
Movie ★ 7.0
1936
The Improper Duchess as King of Poldavia
Movie ★ 9.0
1936
Forget Me Not as Mr. Jackson
Movie ★ 5.9
1936
Dreams Come True as Albert von Waldenau
Movie ★ 9.0
1936
The Crimson Circle as Derek Yale
Movie ★ 5.6
1935
Do Not Forget About Me as Curtis's Manager
Movie ★ 10.0
1935
18 Minutes as Lord Pilcott
Movie ★ 9.5
1935
My Heart Is Calling as Arvelle, Director of the Monte Carlo Opera
Movie ★ 7.5
1935
Movie ★ 7.0
1935
Marry the Girl as Hugh Delafield
Movie ★ 10.0
1934
Movie ★ 6.5
1934
Movie ★ 6.0
1934
Movie ★ 9.0
1933
The Fortunate Fool as Jim Falconer
Movie ★ 5.8
1933
The Crime at Blossoms as Chris Merryman
Movie ★ 9.0
1933
King of the Ritz as King of Blitz
Movie ★ 9.0
1932
Aren't We All? as Lord Grenham
Movie ★ 8.0
1932
Life Goes On as Ridgeway Emsworth
Movie ★ 10.0
1931
City of Song as Hon. Roddy Fielding
Movie ★ 9.0
1931
The Sport of Kings as Algernon Sprigg
Movie ★ 7.0
1931
Movie ★ 9.0
Crew Credits
1950s 1 credit
1952
Movie ★ 6.2