Joe Martin was an American actor who is best known for Adventures of Tarzan, Man and Beast, and Black Orchids. He appeared in many films in the early 20th century and passed away in 1923 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Details about Joe Martin’s personal life are limited. There is little known about his family or upbringing. However, he was known for his unique roles involving animal characters, particularly in silent films.
Death and Legacy
Joe Martin died in 1923 due to a gunshot. His performances, particularly as a chimp or orangutan, left a notable mark in early cinema, even though he portrayed these characters in silent film comedies.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Seven Years Bad Luck | 1921-02-06 | The Chimpanzee (uncredited) |
| The Adventures of Tarzan | 1921-12-01 | Man in Ape Suit |
| Black Orchids | 1917-01-01 | Haitim-Tai |
| Spangles | 1926-11-07 | The Chimp (Uncredited) |
| Trifling Women | 1922-11-06 | Orangutan (Uncredited) |
| Man and Beast | 1917-06-25 | The Orang-Outang |
| Lady Baffles and Detective Duck in When the Wets Went Dry | 1915-10-14 | Monkey |
| Joe Martin Turns ‘Em Loose | 1915-09-15 | Joe Martin – the Inheritance |
| Hungry Happy’s Dream | 1916-04-06 | Joe Martin the Chimp |
| What Darwin Missed | 1916-08-12 | The Wise Oran-Outang |
| Looney Lions and Monkey Business | 1919-04-23 | The Chimp |
| The Black Box | 1915-03-08 | Chimp |
| The Evil Eye | 1920-04-30 | Orangutan (Uncredited) |
| King of the Circus | 1920-01-02 | Chimp (Uncredited) |
| Merry-Go-Round | 1923-07-01 | Chimp (uncredited) |
| Hollywood | 1923-08-19 | Orangutan |
| A Monkey Hero | 1921-04-19 | Monkey Hero |
| A Monkey Movie Star | 1921-07-04 | Himself |
| A Prohibition Monkey | 1920-09-13 | Joe Martin – An Orang-outang |
| A Baby Doll Bandit | 1920-01-12 | The Chimp |
| Monkey Stuff | 1919-07-07 | A Chimp |
| Making Monkey Business | 1917-06-12 | The Ape |