Frank McGlynn Jr. was an American actor who is best known for Bar 20 Rides Again, Hop-a-Long Cassidy, and America. He was born on July 9, 1904, in Marin County, California, and passed away on March 29, 1939, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
Frank McGlynn Jr. was the son of Frank McGlynn Sr., who also had a career in acting. Not much is known about his family life. His family’s background in the arts likely influenced his own career choice.
Career
McGlynn Jr. had a notable career in film, appearing in many movies during the 1920s and 1930s. He worked on various projects, often portraying characters that fit into the Western and drama genres. His performances in films like Bar 20 Rides Again and Hop-a-Long Cassidy brought him recognition.
Death and Legacy
Frank McGlynn Jr. died from tuberculosis on March 29, 1939. His contributions to early American cinema, especially in the Western genre, left a mark on the industry, and he is remembered for his diverse roles on screen.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Westward Ho | 1935-08-19 | Jim Wyatt |
| Lawless Range | 1935-11-04 | Frank Carter |
| Of Human Hearts | 1938-02-11 | Lout Laughing in Church (uncredited) |
| Dr. Socrates | 1935-10-19 | Gangster |
| Jungle Jim | 1937-01-18 | Red Hallihan |
| Kentucky Moonshine | 1938-05-20 | Clem Hatfield |
| Custer’s Last Stand | 1936-01-02 | General George A. Custer |
| Face in the Sky | 1933-01-15 | Jim Brown |
| Wild West Days | 1937-07-05 | Larry Munro |
| Hop-a-long Cassidy | 1935-08-23 | Red Connors |
| It’s A Small World | 1935-04-12 | Snake Brown, III |
| Bar 20 Rides Again | 1935-12-06 | Red Connors |
| Riders of the Purple Sage | 1931-10-22 | Adam Tull, Gang leader |
| One Wild Night | 1938-06-02 | Farmer (uncredited) |
| Queen Christina | 1933-12-26 | 2nd Rabble Rouser (uncredited) |
| Judgement Of The Hills | 1927-08-01 | Jeb Marks |
| Man of the Forest | 1933-08-24 | Pegg, a Henchman |
| Public Hero Number 1 | 1935-05-31 | Federal Agent (uncredited) |
| The Wet Parade | 1932-03-26 | Defense Attorney (uncredited) |
| Marie Antoinette | 1938-08-26 | Soldier with Rude Laugh (uncredited) |
| The Golden Strain | 1925-12-27 | Zeb |
| America | 1924-02-21 | Patrick Henry |
| Kentucky Kernels | 1934-11-02 | Jeff Wakefield |
| The Road to Glory | 1936-09-04 | Soldier (uncredited) |
| Rustlin’ for Cupid | 1926-04-11 | Dave Martin |