Scrooge

1951: Scottish actor Alastair Sim (1900 – 1976) plays the title role in the film ‘Scrooge’ (aka ‘A Christmas Carol’), directed by Brian Desmond Hurst for Renown.. Edinburgh-born Sim, a former elocution professor, made his stage debut aged 30 and quickly progressed to films in 1935 appearing in five in his first year. He was a character actor who was equally successful in drama and comedy roles. He starred in many films including ‘The Belles of St Trinian’s’ (1954) and ‘An Inspector Calls’ (1954). He also continued to work in the theatre, directing and acting in various James Bridie plays and frequently played Captain Hook by popular request. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)