William Faversham

Acting

William Faversham

Born February 12, 1868 · London, England, UK

Died April 7, 1940 · aged 72

Fom Wikipedia William Faversham (born 12 February 1868 in London – d. 7 April 1940 in Bay Shore, Long Island, New York) William Faversham was an English stage and film actor, manager, producer. Father of William Jr. and Philip. One of the last of the legendary actor-managers, William Faversham became a major name on Broadway in the original production of The Importance of Being Earnest in 1895. …

Known For

Becky SharpBecky Sharp · 1935
Becky Sharp
★ 5.71935
MovieDramaRomance
In early 19th century England, ambitious and ruthless orphan Rebecca Sharp advances from the position of governess to the heights of British society. The first feature length film to use three-strip Technicolor.
The Sin That Was HisThe Sin That Was His · 1920
The Sin That Was His
★ 9.01920
MovieDrama
An unscrupulous gambler is falsely accused of murder. To avoid capture, he disguises himself as a priest. But his priestly role causes a change in his life and he finds himself making unusual choices.
Secret of the ChateauSecret of the Chateau · 1934
Secret of the Chateau
★ 6.31934
MovieMystery
Murder results when a group of houseguests converge on a chateau, each plotting to steal a valuable Gutenberg Bible.
The Man Who Lost HimselfThe Man Who Lost Himself · 1920
The Man Who Lost Himself
★ 9.01920
MovieCrimeDrama
Young Victor Jones of America is discovered to be an exact lookalike for England's Earl of Rochester, a circumstance which results in Jones deciding to replace the Earl after an unfortunate accident.
The Right of WayThe Right of Way · 1915
The Right of Way
1915
MovieDrama
Snobbish attorney Charles 'Beauty' Steele loses his wife due to his drinking and his airs at the same time that his brother-in-law absconds with funds belonging to one of Steele's clients. In search of the thief, Steele is attacked and left for dead. He is rescued by a kindly couple, but suffers from amnesia. He starts life afresh and is happy, until the return of his memory sends him back to resolve his old involvements.
The Singing BuckarooThe Singing Buckaroo · 1937
The Singing Buckaroo
★ 4.81937
MovieWestern
Barbara Evans has $25,000 and Gifford is after it. When his henchman fail to get it he refuses to pay them. They then decide to double cross him and get the money for themselves. Gordon is trying to protect Barbara and he must not only take care of the two henchmen, but also Gifford and his phony Sheriff.
The Sixth CommandmentThe Sixth Commandment · 1924
The Sixth Commandment
★ 4.81924
MovieDrama
John Brant, a devoted minister, is in love with Marian Calhoun, but must keep it a secret because she is engaged to Robert Fields. However is playing around with a variety of different women.
One Million DollarsOne Million Dollars · 1915
One Million Dollars
1915
MovieMystery
While touring India, noted English criminologist Richard Duvall saves the life of a Buddhist priest who rewards him with the presentation of a wonderful crystal globe. By gazing in it the priest demonstrates that Duvall can fall into a cataleptic state and his astral body is released and is free to roam at will. Shortly afterward he uses the orbs powers to help his lady love Grace Ellicott solve the murder of her aunt and restore her fortune.

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