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Wylie Watson is known for acting.
Born in Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK (died at age 77).
Wylie Watson has 7 credits in our database.
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Filmography (7)
Biography
Wylie Watson was a Scottish actor. Among his best-known roles were those of "Mr Memory", an amazing man who commits "50 new facts to his memory every day" in Alfred Hitchcock's film The 39 Steps (1935), and wily storekeeper Joseph Macroon in the Ealing comedy Whisky Galore! (1949). He emigrated to Australia in 1952, and made his final film appearance there in The Sundowners (1960).
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How old was Wylie Watson?
Wylie Watson was born on and passed away on at the age of 77.
Where was Wylie Watson born?
Wylie Watson was born in Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK.
What movies or shows has Wylie Watson been in?
Wylie Watson has 7 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Sundowners (1960), London Belongs to Me (1948), Don Chicago (1945), Danny Boy (1941), Radio Lover (1936).
What is Wylie Watson known for?
Wylie Watson is primarily known as an actor. Wylie Watson was a Scottish actor. Among his best-known roles were those of "Mr Memory", an amazing man who commits "50 new facts to his…
Where can I find more information about Wylie Watson?
You can find more about Wylie Watson on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
