About Joss Ambler
Lived 1900 – 1959 (aged 58–59). Joss Ambler was an Australian actor, film actor and television actor.
Joss Ambler (23 June 1900 – 1959) was an Australian-born British film and television actor. He usually played somewhat pompous and irascible figures of authority, particularly in comedy films. He was an effective foil to George Formby in both Trouble Brewing (as Lord Redhill) and Come On George! (as Sir Charles), and similarly to Will Hay in The Black Sheep of Whitehall, (as a government minister).
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Who was Joss Ambler?
actor
When was Joss Ambler born?
Joss Ambler was born on 23 June 1900 in Melbourne.
When did Joss Ambler die?
Joss Ambler died in 1959 in Kensington.
What was Joss Ambler's occupation?
Joss Ambler was an actor, film actor and television actor.
What nationality was Joss Ambler?
Joss Ambler was Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joss Ambler. https://biography.guide/joss-ambler/
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