About Carlton S. King
Lived 1888 – 1932 (aged 43). Carlton S. King was an American actor, film director and screenwriter.
Carlton S. King (December 15, 1881 – July 6, 1932) was an American film actor of the silent era. He also directed several films.
King also acted on stage. In 1900, he was a member of the American Opera Company.
King worked for the Edison Company for two years as a leading man and director. He also was employed by Vitagraph. He died while the film Partners (1932) was being made, and another actor dubbed his voice.
Partial filmography
The Boston Tea Party (1915) (1914), directed by Charles Brabin The Mystery of Room 13 (1915) The Girl of the Gypsy Camp (1915) When Love Is King (1916) Little Miss No-Account (1918) After the Show (1921) Luring Lips (1921) Kick In (1922) The Texas Bearcat (1925) South of Panama (1928) Midnight Life (1928) The House of Shame (1928) The Peacock Fan (1929) Law of the Rio Grande (1931) Partners (1932)
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Who was Carlton S. King?
American actor and film director (1888-1932)
When was Carlton S. King born?
Carlton S. King was born on 15 December 1888 in St. Louis.
When did Carlton S. King die?
Carlton S. King died on 6 July 1932 in Glendale.
What was Carlton S. King's occupation?
Carlton S. King was an actor, film director and screenwriter.
What nationality was Carlton S. King?
Carlton S. King was American.
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