Emil Van Horn was an American actor who is best known for his roles in films such as The Ape Man, Professor Creeps, and Never Give a Sucker an Even Break. He gained recognition in Hollywood as one of the “gorilla performers,” specializing in portraying gorilla characters in various movies.
Personal and Family Life
Details about Emil Van Horn’s personal and family life are limited. He worked primarily as a character actor, earning a living through various uncredited roles in films during the early to mid-20th century.
Death and Legacy
Emil Van Horn passed away on January 1, 1967, in New Orleans, Louisiana. His unique niche in film as a gorilla performer left a lasting impact in the genre of creature features, making him a notable figure in Hollywood’s history of character actors.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Ape Man | 1943-03-05 | The Ape |
| Keep ‘Em Flying | 1941-11-27 | Man in Gorilla Costume (uncredited) |
| House of Mystery | 1934-03-30 | Ape (uncredited) |
| Sleepy Lagoon | 1943-09-05 | Gorilla (uncredited) |
| Professor Creeps | 1942-02-28 | Lulu the Gorilla |
| Never Give a Sucker an Even Break | 1941-10-10 | Gargo the Gorilla (uncredited) |