George B. French was an American actor who is best known for his roles in “Won in the Clouds”, “The Lost Limited”, and “Tarzan of the Apes”. Born on April 14, 1883, in Storm Lake, Iowa, he made significant contributions to early cinema and passed away on June 9, 1961, in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
George B. French was born into a family that nurtured his passion for performance. While specific details about his personal and family life are limited, his career choices suggest a deep commitment to acting. He often took on roles that showcased his talent and versatility.
Death and Legacy
French died from a heart attack on June 9, 1961, in Hollywood. His legacy lives on through the films he contributed to, many of which are considered classics of early cinema. He is remembered as a dedicated actor whose work has impacted the film industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Adventures of Tarzan | 1921-12-01 | |
| The Boy Friend | 1928-11-10 | Auto Driver |
| Way Down East | 1935-10-25 | Townsman |
| Thundering Fleas | 1926-07-18 | Professor Clements |
| Union Pacific | 1939-05-05 | Senator (uncredited) |
| Foreign Correspondent | 1940-08-16 | Man (uncredited) |
| The Sawdust Paradise | 1928-06-28 | Tanner |
| The Black Pearl | 1928-12-18 | Stephen Runyan |
| Hop Along | 1927-01-24 | Professor Wise |
| The Battle of the Century | 1927-12-31 | Dentist |
| Horse Shoes | 1927-04-17 | Mayor |
| Lazy Lightning | 1926-12-12 | Dr. Hull |
| His Pajama Girl | 1920-05-10 | The Deacon |
| Easy Payments | 1919-01-26 | Jimmy’s boss |
| Shakedown | 1936-07-17 | Husband in Cafe (uncredited) |
| Wandering Husbands | 1924-04-20 | Butler |
| Won in the Clouds | 1928-04-21 | Dr. Cecil James (as George French) |
| Red Hot Leather | 1926-10-17 | Dr. Robert Marsh |
| The Silent Trailer | 1926-09-30 | Nathan Stewart |
| Bigger and Better Blondes | 1927-05-15 | |
| Tarzan of the Apes | 1918-01-27 | Binns – a Sailor |
| The Romance of Tarzan | 1918-10-17 | Binns |
| Flyin’ Thru | 1925-12-01 | Judson Blair |
| Crazy by Proxy | 1917-09-12 | |
| Cold Feet | 1922-05-21 | Second Wolf |
| Call the Wagon | 1923-12-30 | Father |
| True Confession | 1937-12-24 | Juror (uncredited) |
| Done in Oil | 1923-10-14 | 2nd Crook |
| Thank Your Lucky Stars | 1943-09-25 | Bus Passenger (uncredited) |