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Chester M. Franklin: American actor and filmmaker (1889-1954).
Born (died at age 64).
Chester M. Franklin has 34 credits in our database.
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Filmography (34)
Biography
Chester Mortimer Franklin (September 1, 1889 – March 12, 1954) was an American film director and actor active mainly in the silent era. Born in San Francisco, he was the brother of Sidney A. Franklin. In the late 1910s, he co-directed with his brother Sidney several films with all-children casts for William Fox. He directed two silent horror films, the 1924 Behind the Curtain (a.k.a.
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How old was Chester M. Franklin?
Chester M. Franklin was born on and passed away on at the age of 64.
What movies or shows has Chester M. Franklin been in?
Chester M. Franklin has 34 credits in our database. Notable titles include A Gun in His Hand (1945), Tough Guy (1936), Sequoia (1935), File 113 (1933), Vanity Fair (1932).
Where can I find more information about Chester M. Franklin?
You can find more about Chester M. Franklin on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
