Francis Compton was an American actor best known for his roles in Witness for the Prosecution, The DuPont Show of the Month, and Studio One. He was born on May 4, 1885, in Malvern, Worcestershire, England.
Personal and Family Life
Francis Compton was married to Mary Wetmore Wells, and they had four children together. He came from a notable family in the acting industry, as his father was actor and producer Edward Compton and his mother was actress and producer Virginia Bateman. His siblings included well-known actresses Fay Compton and Viola Compton, as well as writer Sir Compton MacKenzie.
Death and Legacy
Francis Compton passed away on September 17, 1964, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Stamford, Connecticut. He was survived by his wife and their three sons: Francis, Edward, and Ian, along with a daughter, Mary Fay Compton. His contributions to film and television continue to be remembered by fans and scholars of the art.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Rage in Heaven | 1941-03-07 | Bardsley |
| Witness for the Prosecution | 1957-12-17 | Judge |
| Williamsburg: The Story of a Patriot | 1957-03-29 | George Wythe |
| She Knew All the Answers | 1941-05-13 | Tompkins |
| Soak the Rich | 1936-01-17 | Craig’s Adviser Tulio |
| Mayerling | 1957-02-04 | Prater Waiter |
| A Passenger to Bali | 1950-03-27 | Mr. Chisholm |
| DuPont Show of the Month | 1957-09-29 | Gabelle |