Howard M. Mitchell was an American actor and director best known for his roles in The Mother Heart (1921), Breed of Courage (1927), and Man’s Size (1923). Born on December 11, 1883, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he had a successful career in film and television. He was married to Mary Land.
Personal and Family Life
Howard M. Mitchell was married to Mary Land on April 22, 1911. They spent many years together, though there is little public information about their life as a couple. Mitchell maintained a relatively private life away from the limelight despite his career in acting and directing.
Death and Legacy
Howard M. Mitchell passed away on October 9, 1958, in Hollywood, California. His contributions to film, particularly during the early 20th century, have been recognized by film historians. Though not a household name, his performances in various films left a lasting impact on the industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Lady for a Night | 1942-01-05 | Civic Leader (uncredited) |
| Tom Sawyer, Detective | 1938-12-24 | Elmer Hawkins, Prosecutor |
| The Mad Doctor | 1940-12-20 | Butler (Uncredited) |
| The Price of Jealousy | 1913-02-08 | Captain Howard |
| College Holiday | 1936-12-19 | Deputy |
| Wells Fargo | 1937-12-31 | Minor Role |
| Daredevils of the Red Circle | 1939-06-10 | Police Dispatcher |
| Valiant Is the Word for Carrie | 1936-10-06 | Councilman |
| Bad Men of Missouri | 1941-07-26 | Jim |
| The Saint Strikes Back | 1939-03-08 | Police Captain Taylor (Uncredited) |
| They Made Her a Spy | 1939-04-14 | Police Captain |
| Lucky Night | 1939-05-05 | Policeman Against Kissing (uncredited) |
| Another Thin Man | 1939-11-17 | Policeman (uncredited) |
| Irish Luck | 1939-08-22 | Hotel Manager |
| Mr. Smith Goes to Washington | 1939-10-19 | Shoe Salesman (uncredited) |
| Of Mice and Men | 1939-12-24 | Sheriff (uncredited) |
| Midnight Court | 1937-03-06 | Court Bailiff |
| Scarlet Street | 1945-12-25 | Employee (uncredited) |
| Emergency Squad | 1940-01-05 | Elevator Operator |
| Dr. Ehrlich’s Magic Bullet | 1940-02-23 | Dr. Virchow |