Best known as Marlene in ‘The Tall Guy’, Elizabeth in ‘The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo’, and Alice in ‘Alice Through the Looking Glass’.
Films
- The King’s ManQueen Alexandra2021
- Military WivesMaggie2019
- DaphneRita2017
- Alice Through the Looking GlassLady Ascot2016
- The Girl with the Dragon TattooErik’s lawyer2011
- Made in DagenhamConnie2010
- Sherlock HolmesMrs. Hudson2009
- The Tall GuyMarlene1989
- The FoolMrs. Frederick1990
- GandhiMirabehn (Madeleine Slade)1982
TV shows
- You Don’t Know MeJudge2021
- Anne with an EAunt Josephine Barry2017
- Next of KinDr. Helen Burgess2018
- UtopiaAlice2013
- SherlockMrs. Hudson2010
- The Lost PrinceQueen Mary2003
- The Jewel in the CrownSarah Layton1984
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About Geraldine James
Geraldine James is an acclaimed English actress with a career spanning over four decades on stage, film, and television. She has won multiple awards, including a BAFTA TV Award for Best Actress for her role in the 1989 series ‘The Jewel in the Crown’. Known for her versatility, she has appeared in notable films such as ‘The Tall Guy’ and ‘The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo’, as well as television…
FAQs
What is Geraldine James most famous for?
She is best known for her roles as Mrs. Hudson in ‘Sherlock Holmes’ and its sequel, as well as her BAFTA-winning performance in ‘The Jewel in the Crown’.
Has Geraldine James won any awards?
Yes, she won a BAFTA TV Award for Best Actress for ‘The Jewel in the Crown’ (1984) and has received several other nominations, including for her stage work.
Is Geraldine James related to any other actors?
No, she is not known to be related to other actors, though she is married to film producer Joseph Blatchley.
What are some of her recent television appearances?
Recent roles include Aunt Josephine Barry in ‘Anne with an E’ (2017-2019) and a judge in ‘You Don’t Know Me’ (2021).
Did Geraldine James appear in any superhero films?
No, she has not appeared in superhero films, but she played Mrs. Hudson in the ‘Sherlock Holmes’ films with Robert Downey Jr., which are action-adventure.
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