Joseph Bennett was an American actor, best known for his roles in Marked Cards, After the Fog, and Won in the Clouds. Born on August 28, 1894, in Los Angeles, California, he entered the film industry in 1917 and made a name for himself before his death on December 3, 1931, in Hollywood, California.
Personal and Family Life
Joseph Bennett’s personal life remains relatively private, but he was married to Electa Bennett. Unfortunately, Electa took her own life in 1933, two years after Joseph’s passing. Their relationship is remembered as one marked by love and loss.
Death and Legacy
Joseph Bennett died at the age of 37, leaving behind a collection of notable film performances. His work from the silent film era contributed to the early development of the American film industry, and he is remembered for his contributions to cinema during that time. Though his life was cut short, his films continue to impact audiences today.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| After the Fog | 1929-12-15 | Bill Reynolds |
| Barbara Frietchie | 1924-09-26 | Jack Negly |
| A Daughter of the Law | 1921-11-01 | Eddie Hayes (as Joe Bennett) |
| Cold Nerve | 1925-06-08 | |
| The Girl Who Wouldn’t Wait | 1929-05-01 | Detective (as Joe Bennett) |
| Love Never Dies | 1921-11-11 | Joel Eperson |
| Man’s Desire | 1919-07-20 | Bob Denton |
| The Shepherd of the Hills | 1928-01-01 | Ollie |
| The Night Horsemen | 1921-10-01 | Dr. Byrne |
| Indiscreet Corinne | 1917-11-11 | Rocky Van Sandt |
| Limousine Life | 1918-02-03 | Jed Bronson |
| Vultures of the Sea | 1928-03-01 | Deaf mute |
| Wolf’s Trail | 1927-10-02 | Bert Farrel (as Joe Bennett) |
| The Feud | 1919-12-07 | Cal Brown |
| The Terror | 1920-05-29 | Phil Harland |
| Won in the Clouds | 1928-04-21 | Portuguese Jack Woods |
| Men of Daring | 1927-06-04 | David Owen |
| Three Miles Up | 1927-09-04 | Garrett |
| Marked Cards | 1918-07-14 | Don Jackson |
| The Lariat Kid | 1929-05-12 | Pecos Kid |
| The Reckoning Day | 1918-10-20 |