M.E. Clifton James

Biography

Meyrick Edward Clifton James (April 1898 – 5 May 1963) was an actor and soldier, with a resemblance to Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery which was used by British intelligence as part of a deception campaign during the Second World War. In 1954, James published a book about his exploits, entitled I Was Monty's Double. The book became the basis for the script of the 1958 film starring John Mills and Cecil Parker, with James playing himself and Montgomery. 

Known For

I Was Monty's Double

1958•Movie•

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Holiday Camp

1947•Movie•

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Blanche Fury

1948•Movie•

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High Flight

1957•Movie•

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The Calendar

1948•Movie•

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Desert Mice

1959•Movie•

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Filmography