Francis Sayles

Francis Sayles was an American actor who is best known for The Shadow (1937), Home on the Range (1935), and Public Enemies (1941). He was born on November 22, 1891, in Buffalo, New York, USA, and died on March 19, 1944, in Los Angeles, California, USA.

Personal and Family Life

Information about Francis Sayles’ personal and family life is limited. It is known that he was active in the film industry during the 1930s and early 1940s. His work in the entertainment field showcased his diverse acting talents, contributing to several films during his career.

Death and Legacy

Francis Sayles passed away on March 19, 1944, in Los Angeles, California. His contributions to early American cinema remain recognized, particularly through his roles in films that have become classics. He is remembered for his work in various genres throughout his acting career.

Filmography

TitleRelease DateCharacter
Blonde Venus1932-09-23Charlie Blaine (uncredited)
Bad Man of Deadwood1941-09-05Show Spectator
Midnight Phantom1935-11-26Police Surgeon Kelly
The Purple Vigilantes1938-01-24Wiliam Jones
One in a Million1935-03-21Mr. Dickman
Overland with Kit Carson1939-07-21Dr. Parker
Bum Voyage1934-12-15Madame Zaza’s Manager (uncredited)
Wells Fargo1937-12-31Townsman
It Happened in Hollywood1937-09-07Waiter
Hollywood Cavalcade1939-10-13Second Cab Driver
Devil’s Island1939-01-07Boatman Taking Madame Lucien to Mainland
Dodge City1939-04-08Stage Shotgun Guard (uncredited)
The Night Riders1939-04-12President James A. Garfield
The Arizona Kid1939-09-28Man Reporting Roy Alive
Man-Made Monster1941-03-28Frank Davis (uncredited)
Girl Missing1933-03-04Motorcycle Policeman (Uncredited)
Union Pacific1939-05-05Railwayman (uncredited)
Ball of Fire1941-12-02Taxi Driver (uncredited)
Make Way for Tomorrow1937-05-09Bartender (uncredited)
Citizen Kane1941-04-17Politician (uncredited)
Alias Boston Blackie1942-04-02Laundry Proprietor (uncredited)
Satan Met a Lady1936-07-22Detective (uncredited)
The Son of Davy Crockett1941-07-15Dr. Banks
Sunset on the Desert1942-04-01Desk Clerk
Wild Bill Hickok Rides1942-01-31Ben Freeman
Pacific Blackout1941-12-31Court Clerk
One Crowded Night1940-08-09Jasper, Postman
Down on the Farm1938-10-11Member of Chamber of Commerce
Coney Island1943-06-18Heckler
Crazy House1943-10-08Stooge
Honeymoon Lodge1943-07-23Bailiff
Riders of Black River1939-09-23Doc Josh Greene
Black Legion1937-01-30Charlie
Private Affairs1940-07-05Bailiff (uncredited)
Alibi for Murder1936-09-23Waiter (Uncredited)
Big Brown Eyes1936-04-03Barber (Uncredited)
Strangers of the Evening1932-05-14Roberts
Riders of Pasco Basin1940-04-04Rancher (uncredited)
Moonlight in Vermont1943-12-24Dr. Stubbs
The Glass Key1942-09-08Seedy-Looking Man at Campaign Headquarters (uncredited)
Easy Living1937-07-16Martin – Houseman (uncredited)
The Fighting Devil Dogs1938-05-