Douglas Scott was an American actor who is best known for Wuthering Heights, Cavalcade, and Lloyd’s of London. He was born on May 31, 1925, in Seattle, Washington, and passed away on June 23, 1988, in Concord, California.
Personal and Family Life
Douglas Scott grew up in Seattle, where he developed a passion for acting at a young age. His career in film began in the late 1920s, and he became known for his roles in various classic films of the early 20th century. He often played youthful characters and showcased his talent alongside prominent actors of his time.
Career Highlights
Throughout his acting career, Scott appeared in multiple Academy Award-winning films, including Cimarron and Cavalcade. He worked with several directors who had received Oscars and shared the screen with legendary actors like Laurence Olivier. His role in Wuthering Heights remains one of his most notable performances.
Death and Legacy
Douglas Scott died on June 23, 1988, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances in classic films. His work continues to be celebrated, and he is remembered as a talented actor who contributed significantly to the film industry. His roles in early cinema have influenced many aspiring actors over the years.
Filmography
Title | Release Date | Character |
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Wuthering Heights | 1939-04-07 | Hindley as a Child |
The Last Gangster | 1937-11-12 | Paul North Jr. / Joe Krozac Jr. |
Lloyd’s of London | 1936-11-25 | Horatio Nelson |
Cavalcade | 1933-02-08 | Master Joey |
And So They Were Married | 1936-05-10 | Horace |
Too Many Parents | 1936-03-19 | Morton Downing |
Mickey’s Helping Hand | 1931-12-18 | Stinky Davis |
Mickey’s Touchdown | 1933-10-13 | Stinky Davis |
Mickey’s Minstrels | 1934-01-10 | Stinky Davis |
Night Work | 1930-08-03 | Oscar, the Orphan |
The Reckoning | 1932-02-15 | Buddy Henderson |
Paris Bound | 1929-08-03 | Jimmy |
Devotion | 1931-09-25 | Derek Trent |
Wee Willie Winkie | 1937-07-30 | Mott |
We Are Not Alone | 1939-11-25 | Tommy Baker |
Intermezzo: A Love Story | 1939-10-06 | Eric Brandt |
The Eagle and the Hawk | 1933-05-06 | Tommy Erskine |
Sarah and Son | 1930-03-14 | Young Bobby (Uncredited) |
Strong Boy | 1929-03-03 | Wobby |
Madame X | 1929-08-17 | Raymond – as a Small Boy (uncredited) |
Slave Ship | 1937-06-16 | Boy |
Get Hep to Love | 1942-10-02 | Ronald Stacey |
The Phantom of Paris | 1931-09-12 | Jacques Du Touchais |
Kiddie Revue | 1930-03-15 | Master of Ceremonies |
Naval Academy | 1941-06-05 | Jimmy Henderson |
The Spectacle Maker | 1934-09-20 | Peter |
Easy to Take | 1936-11-06 | Wilbur Wentworth Westlake |
Wild and Woolly | 1937-07-19 | Leon Wakefield |
Dynamite | 1929-12-13 | Bobby (as Douglas Frazer Scott) |
Such Women Are Dangerous | 1934-06-08 | Joseph Paris |
Such Women Are Dangerous | 1934-06-08 | Josef Paris |
Mickey’s Tent Show | 1933-10-26 | ‘Stinky’ Davis |
Mickey’s Covered Wagon | 1933-11-29 | Stinky Davis |
Mickey’s Rescue | 1934-03-22 | Stinky Davis |
Mickey the Great | 1945-04-06 | Self / Stinky Davis |