Randle Ayrton was an English actor known for his appearances in classics such as “Nell Gwynne,” “The Manxman,” and “Me and Marlborough.” He had a successful career in both theatre and film spanning from the 1890s to the late 1930s.
Personal and Family Life
Randle Ayrton was born on August 9, 1869, in Chester, Cheshire, England. He studied at Geneva University before becoming a prominent figure in classical theatre, making his stage debut at the Old Avenue Theatre in London. He was also a family man, having a grandchild named J. Francis Hitching who became a producer and writer, linking him to future generations of acting talent.
Death and Legacy
Ayrton passed away on May 28, 1940, in Stratford-on-Avon, Warwickshire, England. His legacy includes not only his extensive film and stage work but also his role as a founder of the College of Drama in Stratford-on-Avon, established in 1937. He is remembered for his sophisticated performances in both silent and sound films and has left a lasting impact on the acting community.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Manxman | 1929-01-21 | Caesar Cregeen |
| Me and Marlborough | 1935-07-22 | King Louis XIV |
| Nell Gwyn | 1926-01-02 | Charles II |
| The Great Game | 1930-08-27 | Henderson |
| A Romance of Seville | 1929-05-20 | Estavian |
| Comets | 1930-09-19 | Himself |
| Two Worlds | 1930-07-28 | Simon Goldscheider |
| Dreyfus | 1931-04-18 | President, Dreyfus Court Martial |
| The Hate Ship | 1929-12-01 | Captain MacDonnell |
| Debt of Honour | 1936-11-02 | Captain Turner |
| Talk of the Devil | 1936-12-09 | |
| Decameron Nights | 1924-01-02 | Ricciardo |
| The Little People | 1927-05-14 | Lyn |
| Chu-Chin-Chow | 1924-05-15 | Kasim Baba |
| High Seas | 1930-03-13 | Captain Jeffrey |
| The Feather | 1929-11-15 | Rizzio |
| Southern Love | 1924-01-01 | |
| One of the Best | 1927-11-01 | General Gregg |
| England’s Shakespeare | 1939-01-01 | Shylock |