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Billy McClain

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Billy McClain

Born October 12, 1866 · Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Died January 19, 1950 · aged 83

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia William C. ("Billy") McClain (12 October 1866 – 19 January 1950) was an African-American acrobat, comedian and actor who starred in minstrel shows before World War I. He wrote, produced and directed several major stage and outdoor extravaganzas, and wrote a number of popular songs. He was influential in extending the range of minstrel shows far beyond the tra…

Known For

UndercurrentUndercurrent · 1946
Undercurrent
★ 5.91946
MovieDramaThriller
After a rapid engagement, a dowdy daughter of a chemist weds an industrialist, knowing little of his family or past. He transforms her into an elegant society wife, but becomes enraged whenever she asks about Michael, his mysterious long-lost brother.
Name the WomanName the Woman · 1934
Name the Woman
★ 9.01934
MovieMystery
The fate of a city hangs upon the innocence of a girl charged with murder. A young, inexperienced, but adventurous newspaper reporter is bent on clearing her name by ripping the lid off a corrupt government machine.
Espionage AgentEspionage Agent · 1939
Espionage Agent
★ 6.31939
MovieDramaThriller
When Barry Corvall discovers that his new bride is a possible enemy agent, he resigns from the diplomatic service to go undercover to route out an espionage ring planning to destroy American industrial capability.
DimplesDimples · 1936
Dimples
★ 6.61936
MovieDramaFamily
Dimples Appleby lives with her pick-pocket grandfather in 19th century New York City. She entertains the crowds while he works his racket. A rich lady makes it possible for the girl to go legit.
Devil's IslandDevil's Island · 1939
Devil's Island
★ 5.71939
MovieDrama
A French doctor sentenced for treason performs brain surgery on the prison commandant's daughter.
Black AcesBlack Aces · 1937
Black Aces
★ 5.61937
MovieWestern
When Len Stoddard wins Ted Ames ranch in a poker game he sends his brother Jake along with Ted to take over the ranch. When Jake is found murdered he offers a reward for the capture of Ted who now is believed to be a member of the Black Aces gang. Ted finds the probable location of the gang's hideout and sets out to clear himself.
Diamond JimDiamond Jim · 1935
Diamond Jim
★ 6.51935
MovieDrama
A loose biopic based on the life of Gilded Age tycoon "Diamond" Jim Brady.
KentuckyKentucky · 1938
Kentucky
★ 6.11938
MovieDramaRomance
Young lovers Jack and Sally are from families that compete to send horses to the 1938 Kentucky Derby, but during the Civil War, her family sided with the South while his sided with the North--and her Uncle Peter will have nothing to do with Jack's family.

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