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

Title Release Date Character
The Grapes of Wrath 1940-03-15 Bert
Plunder Road 1957-12-05 Gas station attendant
The Glass Key 1935-06-15 Henry Sloss
The Glass Web 1953-11-11 Jake (as Harry O. Tyler)
Witness to Murder 1954-04-15 Charlie
Footsteps in the Night 1957-04-14 Dick Harris
The Story of Alexander Graham Bell 1939-04-04 Joe Eliot
Young People 1940-08-30 Dave
Woman Who Came Back 1945-12-13 Noah
Midnight Alibi 1934-07-12 Hughie
Housewife 1934-08-11 Mr. Simmons
Heading for Heaven 1947-12-06 Professor
The Girl Said No 1937-09-18 Chuck Fairfax
Little Old New York 1940-02-09 Helmsman
Mr. Boggs Steps Out 1938-02-18 Sam Mason
Jim Hanvey, Detective 1937-04-05 Taxi Driver
Youth on Parole 1937-10-04 Danny Hinkle
Love Takes Flight 1937-11-05 Harry Stone
The Case of the Howling Dog 1934-09-22 Sam Martin – Taxi Driver
San Quentin 1946-12-16 Pete Moley (uncredited)
Don’t Tell the Wife 1937-03-05 Mike Callahan
My Dear Miss Aldrich 1937-09-17 James Joseph McElarney – Taxi Driver (uncredited)
They Gave Him a Gun 1937-05-07 Shooting Gallery Attendant (uncredited)
Hollywood Cavalcade 1939-10-13 Studio Guide
Tell No Tales 1939-06-12 Man on the Bus (uncredited)
Desirable 1934-09-08 Theatre Box-Office Attendant
The Spirit of Culver 1939-03-10 Frank
Spring Madness 1938-11-11 Taxi Driver
Men Without Names 1935-06-29 Steve
Sworn Enemy 1936-09-11 Nick (uncredited)
Waikiki Wedding 1937-03-23 Sailor with Necklace
Jesse James 1939-01-14 Farmer
Friends of Mr. Sweeney 1934-07-28 Mike, the Safecracker
Almost a Gentleman 1939-03-31 Ed Garfield
Young Mr. Lincoln 1939-06-09 Barber (uncredited)
The Gracie Allen Murder Case 1939-06-02 Police Photographer
Golden Boy 1939-09-05 Mickey, Pepper White’s Handler
Miracles for Sale 1939-08-10 First Taxi Driver
Coast Guard 1939-08-04 Hatchet-faced Seaman (uncredited)
Professor Beware 1938-07-29 Editor
Swanee River 1939-12-29 Pianist
Nick Carter, Master Detective 1939-12-13