Boyd Davis was an American actor who is best known for A Foreign Affair, You’ll Never Get Rich, and Stand by All Networks. He was born on June 19, 1885, in Santa Rosa, California, and passed away on January 25, 1963, in Hollywood, California.
Personal and Family Life
Boyd Davis served in World War I before starting his acting career. He entered the film industry in 1925, making a name for himself in various roles. Though detailed personal information is scarce, his contributions to film during the mid-20th century left a lasting impact.
Death and Legacy
Boyd Davis died of a heart attack on January 25, 1963, in Hollywood. His work continues to be remembered by fans of classic cinema, especially for his performances in notable films of the time. Davis’s legacy lives on through the characters he portrayed in his numerous film and television appearances.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| A Foreign Affair | 1948-08-20 | Giffin |
| Mr. Deeds Goes to Town | 1936-04-09 | Young Lawyer (uncredited) |
| Junior Army | 1942-11-26 | Maj. E.C. Carter – Academy Commandant |
| Harvard Here I Come | 1941-12-18 | Professor Hayworth |
| The Crime Doctor’s Warning | 1945-09-27 | Dr. Forday Booth (uncredited) |
| The Wreck of the Hesperus | 1948-02-04 | Gov. Lincoln |
| Reveille with Beverly | 1943-02-04 | Colonel Humphrey (uncredited) |
| Blondie Goes to College | 1942-01-15 | Man Who Lost Gold Football Charm |
| Hello, Annapolis | 1942-04-23 | Executive Officer |
| Ride ‘Em Cowboy | 1942-02-13 | Doctor (uncredited) |
| Born to the Saddle | 1953-03-15 | Judge Trumbull |
| Terror by Night | 1946-02-01 | Inspector MacDonald (uncredited) |
| You’ll Never Get Rich | 1941-09-25 | Colonel Shiller |
| Ma and Pa Kettle | 1949-04-01 | Mr. Simpson |
| Samson and Delilah | 1949-12-21 | First Priest of Dagon |
| Roaming Lady | 1936-05-02 | Swanson |
| Dr. Gillespie’s Criminal Case | 1943-05-08 | Mr. Coleman (uncredited) |
| So Proudly We Hail | 1943-09-09 | Colonel Mason (Uncredited) |
| Fun on a Weekend | 1947-05-15 | Jefferson Van Orsdale Sr. (Uncredited) |
| The Secret Heart | 1946-12-25 | Sheriff |
| My Favorite Brunette | 1947-03-19 | Mr. Dawson (uncredited) |
| Father of the Bride | 1950-05-18 | Engagement Party Guest (uncredited) |
| Bright Leaf | 1950-06-16 | Official (uncredited) |
| Captain Eddie | 1945-06-18 | Mr. Frost |
| The Senator Was Indiscreet | 1947-12-31 | Politico |
| Corn on the Cop | 1934-04-28 | Bob |
| Meet the Stewarts | 1942-05-21 | Mr. Brighton (uncredited) |
| You’re Telling Me | 1942-05-03 | Driscoll |
| The Ghost Ship | 1943-12-16 | Charles Roberts |
| Once Upon a Honeymoon | 1942-11-27 | Chamberlain (uncredited) |
| Two Latins from Manhattan | 1941-10-02 | Charles Miller |
| Blondie in the Dough | 1947-10-16 | Premier Biscuit Board Member (uncredited) |
| The Reckless Moment | 1949-12-09 | Tall Man in Post Office (uncredited) |
| Eve Knew Her Apples | 1945-04-12 | Mr. Birch (uncredited) |
| The Judge Steps Out | 1947-12-15 | Court Clerk (uncredited) |