Frank Dayton was an American actor best known for his roles in The Fall of Montezuma (1912), The Plum Tree (1914), and The Right of Way (1913). He was born around 1865 in Boston, Massachusetts, and he passed away on October 17, 1924, in New York City, New York.
Personal and Family Life
Frank Dayton was married to Jessa Hatcher, who was also an actress. Not much is publicly known about their personal lives or family background.
Career
Frank had a notable acting career during the early 20th century, with various roles in silent films. He appeared in several movies, showcasing his talent with diverse characters.
Death and Legacy
Dayton died on October 17, 1924, in New York City. His contributions to early cinema are remembered, and he remains a part of film history for his performances during the silent film era.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Back to the Old Farm | 1912-09-02 | Farmer Barnes |
| The Price of Gold | 1913-04-01 | Lois’s Husband |
| Young Mother Hubbard | 1917-10-29 | Their Father |
| The Virtue of Rags | 1912-12-17 | 2nd Clubman |
| At the End of a Perfect Day | 1915-01-26 | The Business Man |
| The Devil’s Signature | 1914-09-11 | Detective Huff |
| Two Men and a Girl | 1911-09-12 | Joe Darby (or Horace, his rival) |
| Billy McGrath on Broadway | 1913-03-04 | |
| The Right of Way | 1913-09-19 | James Phillips |
| The Hour and the Man | 1914-01-09 | A Juror |
| The Plum Tree | 1914-09-18 | John Graham |
| The Way Perilous | 1913-10-21 | Colonel Davenport – The Father |
| Nearly Married | 1914-01-28 | Bride’s parents |
| The Fable of the ‘People’s Choice Who Answered the Call of Duty and Took Seltzer’ | 1914-10-28 | Political King Pin |
| The Fable of ‘How Uncle Brewster Was Too Shifty For the Tempter’ | 1914-11-04 | Roger Talbot |
| The Strange Case of Mary Page | 1916-01-24 | Dan Page |
| The Iron Heel | 1912-11-29 | The Priest |
| Ghosts | 1912-10-01 | Dr. Trueman |
| The Moving Finger | 1912-11-01 | The City Slicker |
| Satan’s Signature | 1919-01-01 |