Edwin August

Edwin August

November 10, 1883 (141 years old) in Saint Louis, Missouri, USA

Edwin August (born Edwin August Phillip von der Butz; November 10, 1883 – March 4, 1964) was an American actor, director, and screenwriter of the silent era. He appeared in more than 150 films between 1909 and 1947. He also directed 52 films between 1912 and 1919. August co-founded Eaco Films in 1914. He wrote novels under the pen name Montague Lawrence. [biography (excerpted) from Wikipedia]

Known For

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
The Pride of the Yankees The Pride of the Yankees
The Magnificent Ambersons The Magnificent Ambersons
Mr. Lucky Mr. Lucky
Marked Woman Marked Woman

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