John Melin was an American actor born on May 18, 1895, in Karlskoga, Örebro län, Sweden. He is best known for his roles in Alla tiders Karlsson (1936), Far och flyg (1955), and Queen for a Night (1943). He passed away on April 6, 1966, in Stockholm, Stockholms län, Sweden.
Personal and Family Life
Not much is known about John Melin’s personal and family life. He was born in Sweden and later became an actor in the film industry. Specific details about his family and relationships remain largely undisclosed.
Career
John Melin had a diverse career in film, appearing in numerous movies from the 1910s through the 1960s. Some of his notable works include minor roles in films like Kris (1946) and the popular Alla tiders Karlsson (1936). His contributions to cinema spanned several decades, showcasing his talent across different genres.
Death and Legacy
John Melin died on April 6, 1966, in Stockholm, Sweden. His legacy lives on through his extensive filmography, which includes a variety of characters that entertained audiences. Although he may not be as widely recognized today, his work in Swedish cinema remains a part of film history.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Kris | 1946-02-25 | Concert flute player at the ball |
| Sommarnattens leende | 1955-12-26 | Butler (uncredited) |
| Ryttare i blått | 1959-10-16 | Åberg |
| När mörkret faller | 1960-12-26 | Cantor |
| Damen i svart | 1958-02-01 | Bus driver |
| Mannekäng i rött | 1958-12-19 | Westman |
| Kajan går till sjöss | 1943-12-26 | Fat man |
| Landstormens lilla argbigga | 1941-03-22 | Guest at the hotel |
| Hon dansade en sommar | 1951-12-17 | Hospital patient |
| Åsa-Nisse jubilerar | 1959-09-04 | Vicar |
| Åsa-Nisse ordnar allt | 1955-09-19 | Post office customer |
| Det svänger på slottet | 1959-03-08 | Major Klacke |
| Kungen kommer | 1936-03-23 | Guest at the royal ball |
| Atlantäventyret | 1934-02-05 | Ship’s crew |
| Karin Månsdotter | 1954-11-01 | Servant |
| Fröken Chic | 1959-01-26 | Vicar |
| Storm över Tjurö | 1954-07-19 | Man |
| Sjunde himlen | 1956-06-11 | Balloon salesman |
| Synnöve Solbakken | 1957-11-25 | Verger |
| När Bengt och Anders bytte hustrur | 1950-12-23 | Hotel manager |