Dave Morris

Dave Morris was an American actor who is best known for Juno and the Paycock, The Noisy Suitors, and The Fighting Demon. He was born on June 7, 1884, in Chicago, Illinois, USA, and passed away on November 27, 1955, in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California, USA.

Personal and Family Life

Information about Dave Morris’s personal and family life is limited. He spent his early years in Chicago, where he began his career in acting. There are no widely known details regarding his family background or relationships.

Career Highlights

Dave Morris had a long career in film and appeared in numerous movies, starting from the silent era. His notable works include performances in Juno and the Paycock and The Noisy Suitors, showcasing his versatility as an actor in both dramatic and comedic roles.

Death and Legacy

Dave Morris died on November 27, 1955. His contributions to early cinema remain recognized, particularly in the context of silent films and early talkies. While not extremely famous today, his work continues to be appreciated by classic film enthusiasts.

Filmography

TitleRelease DateCharacter
Juno and the Paycock1929-12-30Jerry Devine
Crazy to Act1927-05-15The Director
Crossed Love and Swords1915-05-12A Social Climber
Heaven with a Barbed Wire Fence1939-11-03Farmer
Father’s Chicken Dinner1913-08-17
Tango Tangle1914-03-09Dance Organizer (uncredited)
When a Man’s a Prince1926-08-15Grand Duke Ludwig
The Jolly Jilter1927-03-13Virgil’s Business Secretary
Sherlock’s Home1924-05-13
Too Many Highballs1933-02-10Civilian in Station
Broke in China1927-04-23Croupier
The Making Over of Mother1916-10-15M. Steamem
Gertie’s Gasoline Glide1916-05-17The Policeman
Hollywood Cavalcade1939-10-13Stooge
Wife, Husband and Friend1939-03-03Stagehand
The Story of Alexander Graham Bell1939-04-04Telegrapher
Young Mr. Lincoln1939-06-09Loafer (uncredited)
Black and White1913-08-27The Tramp
The Gay Caballero1940-10-04Passenger
Liberty Belles1914-05-13Captain Ketchum
That Doggone Baby1916-10-20Mr. Miller
20,000 Men a Year1939-10-26Baseball Fan
Swamp Water1941-11-16Barber
Lillian Russell1940-05-24Drunk
Tracked by the Police1927-05-07‘Wyoming’ Willie
A Bear Affair1915-04-28Baron Von Hunter
From Patches to Plenty1915-03-06Money Loser
Beware of Bachelors1928-10-27Detective
High School1940-01-26Gangster
Fight Night1926-05-09Al Purdy
Too Busy to Work1939-11-17Baxter
Safety in Numbers1938-05-30Postman
Tearing Through1925-04-12Chester
Ambrose’s Little Hatchet1915-03-15The Meat Market Worker
Ambrose’s Nasty Temper1915-04-16Ambrose’s Boss
You’re My Everything1949-07-22Gaffer (uncredited)
A Prodigal Bridegroom1926-06-25Gertie’s Partner
Hotsy-Totsy1925-12-20Store Manager
Wandering Willies1926-03-28Cop
Her Actor Friend1926-08-29Mr. Charlie Dingle
Should Husbands Marry?1926-10-26The Chef
A Harem Knight1926-11-06