Lillian Drew was an American actress who is best known for her roles in “Man from Music Mountain,” “The Grapes of Wrath,” and “Ruggles of Red Gap.” She was born on July 28, 1910, in California, USA, and passed away on December 31, 2002, in Laguna Hills, California, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Lillian Drew lived a long life, growing up and pursuing her career in California. Details about her family or personal relationships are limited, but she maintained a presence in both silent films and talkies throughout her career.
Career
Lillian Drew had a varied acting career, spanning several decades and including many notable films. She appeared in both silent cinema and the early sound era, showcasing her talent in character roles that contributed to the storylines of the films in which she was featured.
Death and Legacy
Lillian Drew died on December 31, 2002, leaving behind a legacy in early American cinema. Her performances, particularly in films like “The Grapes of Wrath,” continue to be remembered and appreciated by film enthusiasts and historians.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Man from Music Mountain | 1938-08-15 | Mrs. Chris |
| The Grapes of Wrath | 1940-03-15 | Migrant |
| The Voice of Bugle Ann | 1936-02-15 | Mrs. Lancy (uncredited) |
| The Fable of Elvira and Farina and the Meal Ticket | 1915-02-03 | Elvira |
| The Epidemic | 1914-06-24 | Hesitation Nell |
| The Gallantry of Jimmy Rodgers | 1915-01-05 | Sara Sanderson |
| The Way of the Woman | 1914-12-29 | |
| The Creed of the Clan | 1915-02-02 | |
| The Fable of the Manoeuvres of Joel and Father’s Second Time on Earth | 1914-08-12 | Daisy |
| Thy Will Be Done | 1913-10-28 | His Wife |
| The Clutch of Circumstance | 1915-06-05 | Nance – a Mountain Girl |
| The Lost Chord | 1913-11-08 | Olga |
| The Heart of the Law | 1913-12-09 | His Wife |
| The Testing Fire | 1914-01-27 | Theresa – Gladys’ Cousin |
| Nearly Married | 1914-01-28 | Bride’s parents |
| Speak No Evil | 1914-02-10 | Gossips |
| The Little ‘He and She’ | 1914-06-16 | Rose, his friend |
| The Countess | 1914-06-23 | The Secretary |
| The Fable of the ‘Good Fairy’ | 1914-07-01 | The Maid |
| A Night With a Million | 1914-07-07 | Mrs. Clark |
| The Fable of ‘The Long Range Lover and the Lollypalooze’ | 1914-10-21 | Blackstone’s Dream Girl |
| An Unplanned Elopement | 1914-10-17 | Amy Carrigan |
| The Servant Question | 1914-01-08 | His Wife |
| Beyond Youth’s Paradise | 1914-11-24 | Lady Fiennis aka Mrs. Fenton |
| The Fable of the Club Girls and the Four Times | 1914-12-02 | The Widow |
| Ruggles of Red Gap | 1918-02-25 | Mrs. Effie Floud |