About Jay Marchant
Lived 1888 – 1962 (aged 74). Jay Marchant was an American film director and actor.
Jay Marchant (January 7, 1888 – June 14, 1962) was an American film director and actor of the silent era. He directed 22 films between 1921 and 1925, including five film serials for the Universal Film Manufacturing Company. He was born in Tripp County, South Dakota and died in Los Angeles County, California.
Career In 1923, Marchant directed the Western serial film The Ghost City.
Selected filmography King of the Circus (1920) Do or Die (1921) Perils of the Yukon (1922) The Ghost City (1923) The Iron Man (1924) The Great Circus Mystery (1925) The Fighting Ranger (1925) The Great Sensation (1925) Speed Mad (1925)
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Who was Jay Marchant?
Film director, Actor (1888-1962)
When was Jay Marchant born?
Jay Marchant was born on 7 January 1888 in Tripp County.
When did Jay Marchant die?
Jay Marchant died on 14 June 1962 in Los Angeles County.
What was Jay Marchant's occupation?
Jay Marchant was a film director and actor.
What nationality was Jay Marchant?
Jay Marchant was American.
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