Harry Tyler

Harry Tyler was an American actor who is best known for The Grapes of Wrath, The Naked Street, and Woman Who Came Back. He was born on June 13, 1888, in New York City, New York, USA, and died on September 15, 1961, in Hollywood, California, USA.

Personal and Family Life

Harry Tyler was married to Gladys Crolius, with whom he had one child. He spent much of his acting career working in television and film, leaving a mark with his performances in various roles.

Career Highlights

Tyler’s career included appearances in notable projects, such as appearing in 11 episodes of Alfred Hitchcock Presents, which is more than any other actor in the series. He was recognized for his versatility in character roles throughout the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s.

Death and Legacy

Harry Tyler passed away on September 15, 1961, from cancer. His contributions to film and television have left a legacy that continues to be remembered, especially for his memorable performances in classic cinema.

Filmography

TitleRelease DateCharacter
The Grapes of Wrath1940-03-15Bert
Plunder Road1957-12-05Gas station attendant
The Glass Key1935-06-15Henry Sloss
The Glass Web1953-11-11Jake (as Harry O. Tyler)
Witness to Murder1954-04-15Charlie
Footsteps in the Night1957-04-14Dick Harris
The Story of Alexander Graham Bell1939-04-04Joe Eliot
Young People1940-08-30Dave
Woman Who Came Back1945-12-13Noah
Midnight Alibi1934-07-12Hughie
Housewife1934-08-11Mr. Simmons
Heading for Heaven1947-12-06Professor
The Girl Said No1937-09-18Chuck Fairfax
Little Old New York1940-02-09Helmsman
Mr. Boggs Steps Out1938-02-18Sam Mason
Jim Hanvey, Detective1937-04-05Taxi Driver
Youth on Parole1937-10-04Danny Hinkle
Love Takes Flight1937-11-05Harry Stone
The Case of the Howling Dog1934-09-22Sam Martin – Taxi Driver
San Quentin1946-12-16Pete Moley (uncredited)
Don’t Tell the Wife1937-03-05Mike Callahan
My Dear Miss Aldrich1937-09-17James Joseph McElarney – Taxi Driver (uncredited)
They Gave Him a Gun1937-05-07Shooting Gallery Attendant (uncredited)
Hollywood Cavalcade1939-10-13Studio Guide
Tell No Tales1939-06-12Man on the Bus (uncredited)
Desirable1934-09-08Theatre Box-Office Attendant
The Spirit of Culver1939-03-10Frank
Spring Madness1938-11-11Taxi Driver
Men Without Names1935-06-29Steve
Sworn Enemy1936-09-11Nick (uncredited)
Waikiki Wedding1937-03-23Sailor with Necklace
Jesse James1939-01-14Farmer
Friends of Mr. Sweeney1934-07-28Mike, the Safecracker
Almost a Gentleman1939-03-31Ed Garfield
Young Mr. Lincoln1939-06-09Barber (uncredited)
The Gracie Allen Murder Case1939-06-02Police Photographer
Golden Boy1939-09-05Mickey, Pepper White’s Handler
Miracles for Sale1939-08-10First Taxi Driver
Coast Guard1939-08-04Hatchet-faced Seaman (uncredited)
Professor Beware1938-07-29Editor
Swanee River1939-12-29Pianist
Nick Carter, Master Detective1939-12-13