Charlotte Granville

Acting

Charlotte Granville

Born May 9, 1860 · London, England, UK

Died July 8, 1942 · aged 82

Charlotte Granville (9 May 1860 – 8 July 1942) was a British actress in films from 1917 to 1936. Granville acted in Dublin with a company headed by George Alexander. She debuted on Broadway in 1910, and her final Broadway performance was in 1934. She began her film career in 1917 and is known for her appearances in films such as Werewolf of London. Granville died in Los Angeles at age 82. [biog…

Known For

Now and ForeverNow and Forever · 1934
Now and Forever
6.81934
MovieDrama
Freewheeling wanderer Jerry Day and his beautiful wife Toni are at odds over their lifestyle. Jerry can't accept responsibility, but Toni yearns for a family and a settled life. Then the Days 'rediscover' Jerry's young daughter Pennie, who has been living with his rich deceased wife's family. Pennie appears to be just what Jerry needs to mend his swindling ways and lead a straight life. Then a corruptible influence enters his life.
Werewolf of LondonWerewolf of London · 1935
Werewolf of London
6.11935
MovieHorrorFantasy
A strange animal attack turns a botanist into a bloodthirsty monster.
Rose of the RanchoRose of the Rancho · 1936
Rose of the Rancho
7.01936
MovieMusicRomance
It is California in 1852 that only recently being surrendered by Mexico to the United States and admitted into the union. Most of the land-owners of California were the descendants of the Dons who had colonized it a hundred years before and whose title deeds bore the signature and seal of a long-dead Spanish king. But, by a loop-hole in the law, the title-deeds of the Dons could not be recognized, and this opened the door of organized gangs of land-grabbers, such as the one led by Joe Kincaid, to operate with a prime excuse for legitimate plunder and robbery. In most cases the law was unable to cope with the situation. Then Rosita Castro, the daughter of Don Pasqual Castro, masked and disguised as a man, organized a band of vigilantes to fight against the tyranny of the outlaws, aided by an undercover federal agent, Jim Kearney.
Behold My Wife!Behold My Wife! · 1934
Behold My Wife!
8.01934
MovieDramaRomance
After Michael Carter's fiancée commits suicide, Michael vows to seek revenge on his wealthy family, who sabotaged their marriage. He drives across the country angrily, and lands up at a saloon, where he is shot by an Indian, Pete. Pete's girlfriend, Tonita nurses Michael's wound and falls in love with him. Michael realizes this, proposes marriage to Tonita - a perfect revenge for his prejudice family. They marry and he takes her to New York, in full Indian dress hoping to embarrass the family.
Just a GigoloJust a Gigolo · 1931
Just a Gigolo
5.31931
MovieRomanceComedy
A playboy pretends to be a paid escort in order to court--and test the moral character of--a young British socialite. Comedy.
24 Hours24 Hours · 1931
24 Hours
6.31931
MovieDrama
A nightclub singer is carrying on an affair with a married man. When she is found murdered, her lover is suspected of the crime.
A Damsel in DistressA Damsel in Distress · 1919
A Damsel in Distress
9.01919
MovieComedy
Maud March, the rebellious daughter of a millionaire, goes to New York to see her sweetheart Geoffrey who left town years ago. Her aunt Carolyn wants Maud to marry her son Reggie and sends the Maud's brother Percy after her to act as chaperone. Maud, trying to escape, enters a taxi where she meets handsome composer George Bevan. The man falls in love with the young lady who, when she sees how Geoffrey has changed, soon agrees to marry George.
The Red WomanThe Red Woman · 1917
The Red Woman
10.01917
MovieDramaWestern
Marie Temosach, an Indian girl, graduates with honors at an eastern college, but is not received socially, and is glad to return to her old home.

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Rose of the RanchoRose of the Rancho · 1936
Rose of the Rancho
7.01936
MovieMusicRomance
It is California in 1852 that only recently being surrendered by Mexico to the United States and admitted into the union. Most of the land-owners of California were the descendants of the Dons who had colonized it a hundred years before and whose title deeds bore the signature and seal of a long-dead Spanish king. But, by a loop-hole in the law, the title-deeds of the Dons could not be recognized, and this opened the door of organized gangs of land-grabbers, such as the one led by Joe Kincaid, to operate with a prime excuse for legitimate plunder and robbery. In most cases the law was unable to cope with the situation. Then Rosita Castro, the daughter of Don Pasqual Castro, masked and disguised as a man, organized a band of vigilantes to fight against the tyranny of the outlaws, aided by an undercover federal agent, Jim Kearney.

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