About Arthur Ashley
Lived 1886 – 1970 (aged 84). Arthur Ashley was an American film director, actor and screenwriter.
Arthur Ashley (October 6, 1886 – December 28, 1970) was an actor, writer, and director of silent films and also acted in legitimate theater. He was involved with World Pictures. He directed and acted in several film productions. Later in his career he established his own stock company for theatrical productions.
His starring roles included The Guardian.
He worked with William A. Brady's daughter Alice Brady on several projects.
He was also the manager of the Percy Williams Actors' Home.
Filmography Actor
Director The Guardian (1917) The Marriage Market (1917) Rasputin, the Black Monk (1917) Shall We Forgive Her? (1917) The Beautiful Mrs. Reynolds (1918) Broken Ties (1918) Oh Mary Be Careful (1921)
Don’t just read it —
keep it.
Full-length biographies made to live with: read them, listen on the way to work, watch them tonight.
- E-book
- Audio
- Video
Instant download · yours to keep · every purchase keeps this site free
Important facts
People in Arthur Ashley's life
Named in this biography and alive at the same time
Contemporaries
People whose lives overlapped Arthur Ashley's
Frequently asked questions
Who was Arthur Ashley?
silent film actor, director, and writer (1886-1970)
When was Arthur Ashley born?
Arthur Ashley was born on 6 October 1886 in New York City.
When did Arthur Ashley die?
Arthur Ashley died on 28 December 1970 in Long Island.
What was Arthur Ashley's occupation?
Arthur Ashley was a film director, actor and screenwriter.
What nationality was Arthur Ashley?
Arthur Ashley was American.
Sources & further reading
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Arthur Ashley. https://biography.guide/arthur-ashley/
MLA: "Arthur Ashley." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/arthur-ashley/.
Chicago: "Arthur Ashley." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/arthur-ashley/.
Data last updated: 2026-09-26 · Spot an error? Report a correction.
Page generated 2026-09-27 05:15 UTC