Sam Jaffe

Sam Jaffe

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Sam Jaffe (March 10, 1891 – March 24, 1984) was an American actor, teacher, musician and engineer. In 1951, he was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in The Asphalt Jungle (1950) and appeared in other classic films such as Ben-Hur (1959) and The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951). He may be best remembered for playing the title role in Gunga Din (1939), and the High Lama in Lost Horizon (1937).

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Sam Jaffe Movies

Discover the best Sam Jaffe movies. Explore the complete filmography, including top-rated classics, newest releases, and highest-grossing films starring Sam Jaffe ranked by year and score.

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Bedknobs and Broomsticks

Bedknobs and Broomsticks (1971)

Animation Family Fantasy
Wartime London sends three siblings to the countryside, where they're billeted with a mysterious woman they initially distrust. Their suspicions ease when they discover she's secretly practicing magic, and she...
Score 7.0
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Ben-Hur

Ben-Hur (1959)

Adventure Drama History
Judah Ben-Hur, a wealthy Jewish prince in Roman-occupied Jerusalem, watches his life collapse when a boyhood friend turned Roman officer condemns him to slavery over a trivial slight. What follows...
Score 7.9

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According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles starring Sam Jaffe are Bedknobs and Broomsticks and Ben-Hur.
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Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 2 titles starring Sam Jaffe, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
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