Horace B. Carpenter was an American actor who is best known for Maniac, The Arizona Kid, and Fangs of Fate. He was born on January 31, 1875, in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, and had a prolific career in film and television before passing away on May 21, 1945.
Personal and Family Life
Horace B. Carpenter was married to Beatrice Allen from May 6, 1911, until his death in 1945, and they had one child together. He was also married to Ella N. Hilger, although details about their marriage are less documented. Carpenter entered the film industry with Famous Players-Lasky and became recognized for his diverse roles in various films.
Death and Legacy
Horace B. Carpenter died of a heart attack on May 21, 1945, in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California. His contributions to early cinema, particularly in the thriller and Western genres, left an imprint on the film industry. Despite his passing, Carpenter’s performances continue to resonate with film enthusiasts today.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Maniac | 1934-09-11 | Dr. Meirschultz |
| The Arizona Kid | 1929 | N/A |
| Fangs of Fate | 1925 | N/A |
| Bad Man of Deadwood | 1941-09-05 | Medicine Show Spectator |
| Gunsmoke Ranch | 1937-05-05 | Joe Larkin |
| Rollin’ Plains | 1938-07-08 | Hank Tomlin |
| Paroled – To Die | 1938-01-11 | Bartender |
| The Apache Kid’s Escape | 1930-11-22 | Larry Wilson |
| Between Men | 1935-10-29 | Doctor |
| Santa Fe Marshal | 1940-01-26 | Sam |
| Lucky Terror | 1936-02-20 | Prosecutor |
| Out of Singapore | 1932-09-23 | Capt. Smith |
| Range Defenders | 1937-06-29 | Pete |
| The Law Commands | 1937-05-07 | Jason the lead farmer |
| Western Frontier | 1935-08-07 | Townsman |
| Gone with the Wind | 1939-03-12 | Atlanta Citizen (uncredited) |
| Dark Command | 1940-04-15 | Townsman |
| Winners of the West | 1940-07-02 | Barfly |