George Arliss, exactly 5ft 7 (170.2 cm) tall, was an English actor whose thin and austere build made him appear taller than his height, enhancing his commanding screen presence and trademark monocle in historical roles.
- Won the Academy Award for Best Actor for Disraeli (1929), the oldest winner at the time.
- Starred in acclaimed films like The Man Who Played God, Voltaire, The House of Rothschild, and Old English.
- Received a Hollywood Walk of Fame motion picture star.
His dignified stature belied his 5ft 7 frame, allowing him to embody powerful figures with authority throughout his career.