Tom Coventry was an English actor who is best known for his roles in Father O’Flynn, The Glorious Adventure, and Nell Gwyn.
Personal and Family Life
Born Thomas Frederick Coventry in the mid-1860s in Finsbury, London, he started his acting career in the 1880s. He was known for his good looks and talent for both comedy and drama. Coventry had a successful stage career before transitioning to film.
Career
Coventry made his film debut with the Barker Film Company in 1913, later joining I.B. Davidson Film Company in 1916. One of his most notable performances came in the 1919 crime drama Father O’Flynn. He continued to work in film throughout the 1920s, making a lasting impact before retiring from acting.
Death and Legacy
Tom Coventry passed away on December 1, 1932, in Ealing, London. His contributions to theater and early cinema have left a lasting legacy in the history of film. He is remembered for his versatility and engaging performances.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Nell Gwyn | 1926-01-02 | Innkeeper |
| The Guns of Loos | 1928-02-28 | Officer |
| The Guns of Loos | 1928-02-28 | Tubby |
| Class and No Class | 1921-11-01 | Sam West |
| Sam’s Boy | 1922-02-01 | Sam Brown |
| Sen Yan’s Devotion | 1924-07-01 | Li Chang |
| The Glorious Adventure | 1922-04-23 | Leclerc |
| One Moment’s Temptation | 1922-09-01 | |
| Paddy The Next Best Thing | 1923-01-01 | Mickey Dolan |
| The Monkey’s Paw | 1923-02-01 | The Engine Driver |
| Jane Shore | 1915-03-01 | Master Winstead |