Earl Schenck was an American actor who is best known for Salomé, Buried Treasure, and The Spirit of Lafayette. Born on May 13, 1889, in Columbus, Ohio, he had a notable career in the early years of film. Schenck passed away in 1962 in Tahiti.
Personal and Family Life
Earl Schenck was married to Agnes Schenck, and together they had one child. He graduated from Ohio State University in 1911 and was a member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. Later in his life, he experienced health issues related to his work in film, which influenced his decision to retire from acting.
Career Highlights
Schenck’s career included significant roles in films during the silent film era, where he appeared in a variety of genres. He published two books after stopping his acting career, reflecting on his travels in the South Seas, inspired by a college anthropology class. His notable works include “Come Unto These Yellow Sands” and “Lean with the Wind: a novel of the South Seas.”
Death and Legacy
Earl Schenck died in 1962 in Tahiti, leaving behind a legacy as a talented actor and author. His contributions to early cinema and his literary works continue to be remembered. Schenck’s experiences in the film industry and his travels have influenced many aspiring actors and writers.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Salomé | 1922-12-31 | Narraboth, Captain of the Guard |
| Mademoiselle Midnight | 1924-04-14 | Emperor Maximilian – Prologue |
| The Trap | 1919-08-10 | The Brother |
| My Four Years in Germany | 1918-03-10 | Crown Prince of Germany |
| The Unbeliever | 1918-02-15 | Emanuel Müller |
| Abilene Town | 1946-01-11 | George Hazelhurst |
| Ashes of Vengeance | 1923-08-06 | Blais |
| The Song of Love | 1923-12-24 | Commissionnaire Desmard |
| At the Sign of the Jack’O Lantern | 1922-01-22 | Harlan Carr |
| Buried Treasure | 1921-04-09 | Joeffrey Vandermuellen |
| Ruling Passions | 1918-10-01 | Alexander Vernon |
| A Guy Named Joe | 1943-12-24 | Col. Hendricks (uncredited) |
| Beyond | 1921-09-04 | Alec Langley |
| Kaiser’s Finish | 1918-11-02 | Robert Busch / Crown Prince |
| Leave Her to Heaven | 1945-12-25 | Norton (uncredited) |
| The Sacred Flame | 1920-01-01 | Lionel Brooks |
| The Dramatic Life of Abraham Lincoln | 1924-02-02 | Colonel Rathbone |
| The Hunted Woman | 1925-03-22 | John Aldous |
| Bathing Beauty | 1944-06-27 | Professor Nichols (uncredited) |
| No Woman Knows | 1921-09-19 | Clarence Hyle |
| Tides of Passion | 1925-04-26 | Jonas |