Harry von Meter was an American actor born on March 29, 1871, in Malta Bend, Missouri, USA. He is best known for his roles in “Lillo of the Sulu Seas” (1916), “The Last Supper” (1914), and “His Faith in Humanity” (1914). He passed away on June 2, 1956, in Sawtelle, California, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Harry von Meter, also known by the nickname Harry Van Meter, had a life devoted to acting, playing various characters throughout his career. He remained a private individual, and details about his family life are limited.
Career
Von Meter’s career spanned several decades, primarily in the early 20th century. He appeared in numerous silent films, showcasing his talent across various genres. His extensive filmography includes both significant roles and minor appearances, reflecting his versatility as an actor.
Death and Legacy
Harry von Meter died on June 2, 1956. His contributions to the film industry, particularly during the silent film era, left a lasting impression and he is remembered for his diverse roles in classic cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Hunchback of Notre Dame | 1923-09-06 | Mons. Neufchatel |
| Captain Kiddo | 1917-08-05 | Mr. Cross |
| Border Romance | 1929-05-25 | Captain of Rurales |
| My Dad | 1922-07-23 | The Factor |
| A Man’s Fight | 1919-08-10 | Jarvis |
| His Birthright | 1918-09-08 | Adm. von Krug |
| Kid Boots | 1926-10-03 | Eleanor’s Lawyer (as Harry Van Meter) |
| The Heart of the North | 1921-09-09 | De Brac |
| The Kaiser, the Beast of Berlin | 1918-01-02 | Capt. von Hancke |
| Broadway Love | 1918-01-21 | Jack Chalvey |
| The Dream Lady | 1918-07-29 | James Mattison |
| Princess Virtue | 1917-11-12 | Count Oudoff |
| The Cabaret Girl | 1918-12-30 | Balvini (as Harry Van Meter) |
| The Beautiful Gambler | 1921-06-01 | |
| A Rogue’s Romance | 1919-06-19 | Leon Voliere (as Harry Van Meter) |
| Dangerous Love | 1920-12-01 | |
| The Man of Bronze | 1918-12-09 | Trovio Valdez |
| Youth’s Endearing Charm | 1916-09-04 | John Disbrow |
| The Day She Paid | 1919-12-21 | |
| A Gun Fightin’ Gentleman | 1919-11-29 | Earl of Jollywell (as Harry V. Meter) |
| The Lure of Luxury | 1918-10-07 | Philip Leswing |
| American :- Born | 1913-12-01 | Topelo – an Old Indian |
| Destinies Fulfilled | 1914-01-12 | Frank Davis |
| Under Crimson Skies | 1920-07-05 | Vance Clayton |
| Whose Wife? | 1917-04-30 | Claude Varden |
| The Cheater | 1920-06-07 | Bill Tozer |
| The Story of the Olive | 1914-05-06 | Don Jose de Cabrillo |
| Midnight Madness | 1918-06-08 | Aaron Molitor |
| The White Rosette | 1916-02-05 | Baron Edward / Pierpont Carewe |
| The Cloud Rider | 1925-02-15 | Juan Lascelles |
| The Belle of Bar-Z Ranch | 1912-06-10 | Jack Howard |
| Speed King | 1923-01-01 | Randolph D’Henri |
| When Romance Rides | 1922-03-16 | Bill Cordts |
| Diane of the Green Van | 1919-02-09 |