Laughton Collection

Charles Laughton / Smiling
CHARLES LAUGHTON English character actor of stage and film

Leicester LE17 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Leicester LE17 6

The Vic-Wells Season & Dance, Waterloo, London, with portraits and signatures of creative staff, actors and actresses, including Tyrone Guthrie, Athene Seyler, Charles Laughton, Flora Robson

The Barretts Of Wimpole Street cinema projection slide 1934

Charles Laughton The Barretts of Wimpole Street movie advertisement

Dinnington Laughton Road Palace Cinema early 1900s

Palace Cinema Laughton Road, Dinnington early 1900's

Dinnington Laughton Road early 1900s

Laughton Road, Dinnington early 1900's

Laughton High Street early 1900s

Charles Laughton and Elsa Lanchester
Husband and wife, actors Charles Laughton (1899-1962) and Elsa Lanchester (1902-1986). At the time they were respectively playing Henry VIII

Sally Eilers and Charles Laughton
Actors Sally Eilers (1908-1978) and Charles Laughton (1899-1962) at lunch. Laughton was shortly to play Quasimodo in The Hunchback of Notre Dame and had been tasked to lose three stone for the role

Caricature illustration of Charles Laughton, actor, in plasticine and pen. Captioned, Personalities in Plasticine, No 15 Charles Laughton'

Charles Laughton, Tetsu Komai, actors, theatrical portraits. Captioned, This is Charles Laughton, in "If I had a Million", and this is Tetsu Komai, the Japanese actor

Music cover, When I Sing, Deanna Durbin
Music cover, When I Sing, from the film It Started with Eve, starring Deanna Durbin and Charles Laughton, words by Sam Lerner, music by Tchaikovsky Date: 1941

Page from The Sketch reporting on an anonymous Watteau party in fact arranged by Heather Pilkington and Olivia Wyndham. Attendees

John and Benita Armstrong with Charles & Elsa Laughton 1938

Charles Laughton, English actor. Date: 1934

North Kesteven NG34 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of North Kesteven NG34 0

West Lindsey DN21 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of West Lindsey DN21 3

Lewes BN8 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Lewes BN8 6

Charles Laughton (1899-1962), English actor and director, c1930s-c1940s. Laughton starred in films such as The Private Life of Henry VIII (1933), for which he won a Best Actor Oscar

Charles Laughton, English stage and film actor, 1933. Laughton (1899-1962) became an American citizen in 1950. While best known for his historical roles in films

Charles Laughton, English stage and film actor, 1934-1935. Laughton is best known for his historical roles in films, including his portrayal of Henry VIII in The Private Life of Henry VIII

Film still from Mutiny On The Bounty
Mutiny On The Bounty, an M.G.M film about seafaring and romance, staring Charles Laughton and Clark Gable. The film still shows Charles Laughton as Bligh, with Burkitt (Donald Crisp) and Ellison

CHARLES LAUGHTON (1899-1962). American (English-born) actor. Photographed by Carl Van Vechten, 1940

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The Laughton Memorial Window in Boston Church

CHARLES LAUGHTON (1899-1962). American (English-born) actor. As Henry VIII in Young Bess, 1953

Charles Laughton as Captain Hook
Charles Laughton playing Captain Hook in Peter Pan at the London Palladium. Elsa Lanchester, his wife, was Peter

Charles Laughton / Glum
CHARLES LAUGHTON English character actor of stage and film

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Charles Laughton, the renowned actor with a contagious smile, captured hearts both on and off the screen. In 1934, he graced the cinema projection slide for "The Barretts Of Wimpole Street, " radiating his undeniable charm. Audiences were captivated by his performance in this timeless classic. During the early 1900s, the Palace Cinema on Laughton Road in Dinnington became a hub of entertainment. It showcased movies like "The Barretts Of Wimpole Street, " where Charles Laughton's talent shone brightly. The movie ad featuring him drew crowds eager to witness his brilliance on-screen. Laughton Road itself holds nostalgic memories of that era. Its name evokes images of bustling streets filled with excitement and anticipation as people flocked to enjoy their favorite films at Palace Cinema. This road was a gateway to laughter and joy during those early years. Not only did Charles Laughton leave an indelible mark on cinema, but he also shared a beautiful bond with Elsa Lanchester, his beloved wife and fellow actress. Their love story added another layer of enchantment to their already illustrious careers. In addition to his acting prowess, Charles Laughton inspired artists like Philip Zec who created caricature illustrations of him using plasticine and pen. These unique artworks showcased Laughton's distinctive features while capturing his magnetic personality. Laughter echoed through theaters when audiences watched "If I had a Million" starring Charles Laughton alongside Tetsu Komai, the talented Japanese actor from "Soldiers of Fortune. " Their theatrical portraits highlighted their exceptional performances that brought smiles to countless faces. Charles Laughton's legacy lives on as we remember him not just for his incredible talent but also for the joy he brought into our lives through laughter and entertainment. His infectious smile continues to brighten our screens even today – reminding us why he remains an icon in the world of cinema.