About Harry L. Franklin
Lived 1880 – 1927 (aged 46). Harry L. Franklin was an American film director.
Harry L. Franklin (September 5, 1880 – July 3, 1927) was a director of silent films in the United States.
Life Franklin was born in St. Louis, Missouri, and began his film directing career as an assistant to Edwin Carewe. He worked for Metro Pictures and directed several Hale Hamilton films. He was accused of smuggling alcohol in film canisters in violation of the Volstead Act.
Franklin married Mildred Dean. He was found dead in Hollywood, California, in July 1927, aged 46.
Films The Secret Gift (1920) Rouge and Riches (1920) Her Five-Foot Highness (1920) After His Own Heart (1919) The Four-Flusher (1919) That's Good (1919) Johnny-on-the-Spot (1919) Sylvia on a Spree 1917
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Who was Harry L. Franklin?
film director (1880-1927)
When was Harry L. Franklin born?
Harry L. Franklin was born on 5 September 1880 in St. Louis.
When did Harry L. Franklin die?
Harry L. Franklin died on 3 July 1927 in Hollywood.
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Harry L. Franklin was a film director.
What nationality was Harry L. Franklin?
Harry L. Franklin was American.
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