Charles Inslee was an American actor, best known for his roles in The Adventures of Tarzan, The Red Man and the Child, and After Many Years.
Personal and Family Life
Charles Inslee was born on June 6, 1870, in New York City. He was married to Belle M. S. McElroy on November 27, 1893, but the couple eventually separated. Inslee’s early career as a silent screen actor began in 1908 with Edison Studios, where he gained recognition for his work.
Career Highlights
Inslee started his film career with Edison before moving to Biograph under D.W. Griffith. He played a notable villain in Griffith’s first directing effort, The Adventures of Dollie. Throughout his career, he was known for his roles in slapstick comedies, particularly during the rise of comedic shorts in the early 1910s.
Death and Legacy
Charles Inslee passed away in September 1922. His contributions to the early film industry and silent cinema remain significant, particularly for his work with notable figures like D.W. Griffith and Charles Chaplin. Inslee’s performances in both drama and comedy have left a lasting impact in film history.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| A Woman | 1915-07-12 | Her Father |
| The Bank | 1915-08-09 | Bank President |
| The Golden Louis | 1909-02-22 | The Gambler |
| Money Mad | 1908-12-04 | The Miser |
| The Adventures of Tarzan | 1921-12-01 | Chief of Wazini |
| After Many Years | 1908-11-03 | John Davis |
| Brave Heart’s Hidden Love | 1912-04-04 | Brave Heart |
| Desperate Trails | 1921-06-11 | Doc Higgins (as Charles E. Insley) |
| The Adventures of Dollie | 1908-07-14 | Gypsy |