Douglas Scott

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
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