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Harry Semels
A journey through the golden age of Hollywood, tracing the remarkable career of Harry Semels, the versatile actor who starred in over 300 films during the transformative era of early cinema.
In short · Acted for four decades — 60 credits.
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Biography
Harry Semels was an American film actor known for his extensive career in early cinema. He appeared in over 315 films between 1917 and 1946, making him one of the more prolific actors of his time. Semels worked during the transition from silent films to talkies, showcasing his versatility across a wide range of roles. His long and consistent presence in Hollywood highlights his significance in the film industry during the first half of the 20th century.
Filmography · 60 of 60
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60 credits
The Harvey Girls(1946)
Townsman at Saloon (uncredited)
Film
Dizzy Pilots(1943)
Sky Aircraft Co. Representative
Film
A Lady Takes a Chance(1943)
Greek
Film
She's Oil Mine(1941)
Referee
Film
The Great Dictator(1940)
Jewish Fruit Stand Proprietor (uncredited)
Film
Three Little Sew and Sews(1939)
Count Alfred Gehrol
Film
Movie Maniacs(1936)
Cecil Z. Swinehardt - Director
Film
Midnight Blunders(1936)
Dr. Wong
Film
Stone of Silver Creek(1935)
R. J. Simmons
Film
The Revenge Rider(1935)
Henchman Rankin
Film
Alibi Racket(1935)
Mr. Rinelli
Film
Murder in the Private Car(1934)
Evil Eye
Film
It Happened One Night(1934)
Bus Passenger
Film
Drum Taps(1933)
Pete - Henchman
Film
King of the Wild Horses(1933)
John Foster
Film
The Thrill Hunter(1933)
Lou Norton
Film
Texas Buddies(1932)
Ken Kincaid
Film
Sin's Pay Day(1932)
Louie Joe
Film
Sally of the Subway(1932)
Leopold Von Trump
Film
Young Blood(1932)
Tony Murullo
Film
Ghost Valley(1932)
Pawnee
Film
The Wyoming Whirlwind(1932)
Henchman Pete
Film
From Broadway to Cheyenne(1932)
Louie Walsh
Film
South of the Rio Grande(1932)
Bandido Leader
Film
Night Beat(1931)
Enricco Pommetti
Film
The Lion and the Lamb(1931)
Second Lascar
Film
The Bad Man(1930)
Jose
Film
The Delightful Rogue(1929)
Hymie
FilmThe Royal Rider(1929)
Parvene
Film
Hawk of the Hills(1929)
Sheckard
Film
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