Arthur Hohl was an American actor who is best known for Island of Lost Souls, Show Boat, and Jimmy the Gent. Born on May 21, 1889, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he became recognized for his unique character acting style.
Personal and Family Life
Arthur Hohl’s personal and family life remained mostly private. Details about his family are limited, but he spent many years honing his craft on stage before transitioning to film in the 1930s. His experience in theater helped shape his skills as a versatile actor.
Career
Throughout his career, Hohl worked at several prominent film studios, including Warner Bros., MGM, and Columbia. He was particularly noted for his use of accents, which made him a sought-after character actor. His career spanned several decades, and he was often cast in villainous or complex roles.
Death and Legacy
Arthur Hohl passed away on March 10, 1964, in Los Angeles County, California. Although he may not be widely remembered today, his contributions to early Hollywood and his ability to portray a variety of characters left an impact on the film industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Spider Woman | 1943-12-24 | Adam Gilflower |
| Island of Lost Souls | 1932-12-24 | Montgomery |
| Blondie Has Servant Trouble | 1940-07-25 | Eric Vaughn |
| Show Boat | 1936-05-17 | Pete |
| The Hunchback of Notre Dame | 1939-12-29 | Olivier |
| The Scarlet Claw | 1944-05-18 | Emile Journet |
| Baby Face | 1933-07-13 | Ed Sipple |
| You Can’t Cheat an Honest Man | 1939-02-17 | Burr |
| One Frightened Night | 1935-05-01 | Arthur Proctor |
| The Devil-Doll | 1936-07-10 | Victor Radin |
| Private Detective 62 | 1933-06-10 | Dan Hogan |
| The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes | 1939-09-01 | Henchman Bassick |
| The Sign of the Cross | 1932-11-30 | Titus |
| Wild Boys of the Road | 1933-10-07 | Dr. Henry A. Heckel |
| Jimmy the Gent | 1934-03-09 | Monty Barton |
| The Whole Town’s Talking | 1935-02-22 | Det. Sgt. Michael F. Boyle |
| It Happened on Fifth Avenue | 1947-04-17 | Brady – Gates Patrolman (uncredited) |
| The Kennel Murder Case | 1933-10-28 | Gamble the Butler |
| Whispering Ghosts | 1942-05-17 | Inspector Norris |