John Barrymore

John Barrymore

American actor (1882–1942)

John Barrymore was an American actor on stage, screen, and radio. A member of the Drew and Barrymore theatrical families, he initially tried to avoid the stage and briefly attempted a career as a visual artist, but appeared on stage together with his father, Maurice, in 1900, and then his sister Ethel the following year. He began his career in 1903 and first gained attention as a stage actor in light comedy, then high drama, culminating in productions of Justice (1916), Richard III (1920), and Hamlet (1922); his portrayal of Hamlet led to him being called the "greatest living American tragedian".

Filmography in the catalog

Credited on 59 films (1915–1992) — matched by name in the Creator or Credits field. Also mentioned in 35 other records (descriptions, transcriptions, copyright notes).

Year ▼ Title CreatorLengthFormatColorSound
1925 The sea beast. Warner Bros. Pictures Inc. 10 reels 16mm B&W
1924 BEAU BRUMMEL. warner brothers 10 reels 16mm B&W silent
1921 THE LOTUS EATER. First National. 7 reels B&W
1920 Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde John S. Robertson
1919 HERE COMES THE BRIDE. Famous Players-Lasky Corp. 5 reels B&W
1919 THE TEST OF HONOR. Famous Players-Lasky Corp. 5 reels B&W
1916 THE LOST BRIDEGROOM. Famous Players Film Co B&W silent
1915 THE INCORRIGIBLE DUKANE. Famous Players Film Co B&W silent
1915 THE RED WIDOW. Famous Players Film Co B&W silent