Albert Finney: His Career in Pictures

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Saturday Night and Sunday Morning (1960)

After attending the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, one of Finney's first big roles came in the 1960 film as a disillusioned factory worker. His strong performance put him on the map as a force to be reckoned within the acting world.

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Tom Jones (1963)

Three years after his first film performances, Finney landed the lead role in Tom Jones, which was a huge success. The film won four Oscars, two Golden Globes, and Finney himself was received positively by critics for his role as the titular character, Tom Jones.

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Two for the Road (1967)

Alongside Audrey Hepbrun (pictured), Finney starred in the British film that explored their charaters' marriage as they road trip to Southern France.

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Scrooge (1971)

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In 1971, Finney claimed victory at the Golden Globe Awards for Best Actor in a Musical/Comedy for portraying Ebenezer Scrooge, the cold-hearted Christmas cynic.

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Murder on the Orient Express (1974)

Perhaps one of his most memorable films, Finney added another Golden Globe nomination under his belt for Murder on the Orient Express. The British mystery film told the story of Hercule Poirot (Finney) as he is tasked with investigating a murder onboard an Orient Express train.

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Prepping for Annie (1981)

In 1981, Finney proved his dedication to his films by shaving his head in preparation for his next role.

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Annie (1982)

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In the 1982 film based on the Broadway musical of the same name, Finney starred as Oliver "Daddy" Warbucks, a billionaire businessman.

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Annie (1982)

Finney's co-star, Aileen Quinn (pictured), played Annie, the orphan and adopted daughter of Finney's character. The film snagged two Academy Award nominations.

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Shoot the Moon (1982)

Starring alongside Diane Keaton (pictured), Finney's role as George Dunlap and the story of his deteriorating marriage earned him another Best Actor nomination at the Golden Globes. Keaton, meanwhile, received the nomination for Best Actress.

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Under the Volcano (1984)

Portraying alcoholic Geoffrey Firmin, Finney continued to receive praise for his lead roles in films. Additionally, he earned yet another Academy Award nomination.

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Miller's Crossing (1990)

The 1990's brought continued success for Finney's career, particularly in Miller's Crossing, the neo-noir gangster film where he played an Irish mobster boss.

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Erin Brockovich

The biographical story of titular character Erin Brockovich (Julia Roberts, pictured) earned praise from critics and multiple Award victories. Finney starred alongisde Roberts as her lawyer, Ed Masry, who was insturmental in the lawsuit against Pacific Gas & Electric Company.

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Big Fish (2003)

In the comedy-drama, which also starred Ewan McGregor and Jessica Lange (pictured), Finney recieved the Best Supporting Actor nomination for the 61st Golden Globes. He played Edward Bloom, whose tell tales of his young life are explored as he is on his deathbead.

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2019

Actor Albert Finney — Eric Robert/Sygma/Getty

In May of 2011, Finney revealed he was receiving treatment for kidney disease. The acclaimed actor ultimately passed away from a "short illness" at 82 years old. His wife, Jane, had passed away in 2018, but are both survived by their son, Simon.